Safe Solution's 52-Week Child Abuse Treatment Prevention Program
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Key Components of the 52-Week Child Abuse Treatment & Prevention Program
Length & Structure
- Duration: 52 weeks
- Frequency: 2-hour, Weekly sessions
- Format: In-person group & individual therapy with structured curriculum-based learning
- Language: Spanish & English classes
Core Topics Covered
Each week focuses on a different aspect of domestic violence prevention, accountability, and personal growth. Topics often include:
- Definitions of child abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect)
- Effects of abuse on child development (psychological, emotional, and cognitive impact)
- Recognizing trauma responses in children
- Taking responsibility for past actions
- Understanding triggers and behavioral patterns
- The cycle of generational abuse and how to break it
- Understanding age-appropriate behaviors in children
- The difference between discipline and punishment
- Alternatives to physical discipline (positive reinforcement, redirection, natural consequences)
- Anger management and impulse control
- Recognizing stressors that lead to abusive behavior
- Coping strategies for high-conflict situations
- Healing parent-child relationships after trauma
- Mindful parenting and creating safe environments
- Breaking toxic family patterns
- How to establish a safe home environment
- Navigating co-parenting after child protective services (CPS) involvement
- Understanding court expectations for reunification
Therapeutic Approach
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
- Psychoeducation: Educates participants about child safety, trauma, and emotional regulation.
- Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation Techniques: Helps parents manage stress and anger effectively.
- Attachment-Based and Trauma-Informed Care: Focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships.
- Family Systems Approach: Helps participants understand how their upbringing influences parenting.
How Safe Solution's CATP May Be Unique
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally Responsive – Tailored for diverse families and backgrounds.
- Emphasizes Emotional Regulation and Healing – Goes beyond compliance to real behavioral change.
- Holistic Support – Includes case management and advocacy when needed.
- Integrates Mindfulness and Positive Parenting – Helps parents rebuild relationships with their children.