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While the laws of California deal primarily with identifying and stopping cycles of domestic violence (as well as punishing offenders), its resources for dealing with the root causes or healing the trauma of domestic violence extend only so far. Granted, they make a decent attempt by informing victims of available resources and mandating Batterer’s Intervention Programs for perpetrators, but these could only be considered a starting point, at best. Whether you’ve been charged with domestic violence crimes or whether you are a victim of domestic violence, you must ultimately take charge of your own recovery process, both to heal the past and reduce the risk of recurrence.

The fact is that domestic violence is a complex and multifaceted issue that usually stems from a cycle of trauma and abuse–affecting both the abuser and the abused. While traditional methods such as psychotherapy and group therapy are widely recognized for their effectiveness in addressing these issues, there is growing evidence that alternative treatments can also play a crucial role in the healing and rehabilitation process for both victims and perpetrators. (It’s important to recognize that many individuals who perpetrate domestic violence were once victims themselves, and as such, they, too, require compassionate support and effective interventions.) 

The Role of Alternative Therapies