SAFETY EXIT

Support Groups & Classes

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
– Maya Angelou

Domestic Violence Support Group & Classes

Abuse comes in many forms. It is not only physical. Other forms of abuse, like emotional abuse, is so insidious and psychologically devastating that it can take the longest time to heal. Abuse has to do with obtaining power and control over you. Does your partner ever:

  • Make you feel unworthy of love?
  • Make you feel that the abuse is all your fault?
  • Threaten you if you don’t do exactly what he/she wants?
  • Act excessively jealous and/or possessive?
  • Discredit your values as unimportant, silly or unrealistic?
  • Control your finances?

If your answer is yes to any of these questions, you might be in an abusive relationship. There is help. There are ways for you to work towards a life free of violence.
Domestic Violence Support Group

Our Domestic Violence Support Group provides a safe and relaxed environment for those who are or were in an abusive relationship, encouraging personal growth and healing in all areas of life.

To join us for our group or to learn more, please contact:

Lisa O’Connor-Riddle, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#27357)

(760) 753-2919 ext. 1509 or lriddle@crcncc.org

Domestic Violence Education Classes

Learn how to develop trusting, caring relationships and understand domestic violence and its impact on one’s life. Our Domestic Violence Education Class consists of a six-week course on the following topics:

  • What is Domestic Violence?
  • Warning Signs of Abuse
  • Domestic Violence Effects on Children
  • Domestic Violence Safety and Challenges
  • Healthy Relationships
  • Beginning to Heal

Participants are welcome to join our classes at any time. Light refreshments provided.

To join us for our class or to learn more, please contact: 

Lisa O’Connor-Riddle, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#27357)

(760) 753-2919 ext. 1509 or lriddle@crcncc.org

Support for Parenting Classes

Available to our shelter and transitional housing participants

Learn more about how children may respond to domestic violence and ways to help them.

To join us for our group or to learn more, please contact:

Christopher Walsh, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (#31272)

(760) 753-2919 ext. 1507 or cwalsh@crcncc.org

If you think you are being abused, call our Toll-Free 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline.
Domestic violence advocates are here to help.

1-877-633-1112