Domestic violence will affect 25 percent of women in their lifetime and abuse knows no boundaries, including the seasons. Violence in a relationship can be traumatic any time of year, but the holidays add another layer of complications. Domestic Violence Reports Decrease During the Holidays A study...
Shelley Malil Domestic Violence Case Our very own Jessica Yaffa speaks to KPBS in response to the Shelley Malil domestic violence case and the rehabilitation of offenders. [audio mp3="http://www.jessicayaffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/180830-DV_Parole-Midday.mp3"][/audio] ...
When we are struggling with relationships, whether they are abusive or not, self-care can often get pushed to the wayside. But if you've been following my blogs, or heard me speak, you know that nurturing the relationship we have with ourselves is even more important...
A guide for setting healthy boundaries in relationships Humans are social animals. Our very existence relies on our relationships with others and many aspects of our well-being hinges on the quality of those relationships. Whether you are the type to have many relationships or just a...
Dealing with a narcissist can be difficult. Whether they are our partner, parent, child, friend, boss, or co-worker, interacting with them can create feelings within us of shame, low self-worth, frustration, and fatigue. It can be difficult to spot a narcissist until we’re entangled in a...
Finding the right relationship coach can be daunting. Improving your relationships requires a lot of work and it's important to have a qualified guide to walk you through the journey. So just how do you choose the right coach? These 6 tips will guide you...
When we think about the link between trauma and mass violence, we typically think about the aftermath of mass violence and the resulting trauma. An interesting article recently published by Haven Hills Recovery, a women's trauma treatment facility in San Diego, CA., explores the topic...
When we hear people ask this question, our first response is if you find yourself asking the question, it’s worth exploring the answer. While it’s normal, and even healthy, to ask yourself about the health of your relationship from time to time, if the question,...
Leaving an Abusive Relationship: Changing that Negative Tape by Jessica Yaffa, BA, CPC When we are told over and over again that we are unlovable, unworthy, untrustworthy, and incompetent, our brain begins to believe this to be true. As we prepare to exit an unhealthy relationship it...
Self-Care in the Context of an Abusive Relationship by Jessica Yaffa, BA, CPC What is Self-Care? Self-care is any activity that we do deliberately in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Although it’s a simple concept in theory, it’s something we very often...