A practical, eye-opening course for mental health professionals, written by award-winning instructors with firsthand experience on both sides of the courtroom.
This course brings together two unique perspectives. Susan McMillan, LMHC, CAP, is a therapist, jury trial consultant, domestic violence survivor, and pioneer in the field who founded Florida’s first certified batterers intervention program. Matt McMillan, JD, CCJAS, brings his experience as a former police officer, prosecutor, and judge. Their combined backgrounds offer a rare perspective on domestic violence that bridges clinical practice and the criminal justice system.
And now, you can hear from Susan herself. Selected sections of this personally narrated course are read aloud by Susan McMillan, bringing her experience and perspective directly to you as you learn.
Domestic violence is about far more than physical abuse. It involves patterns of power, control, intimidation, and manipulation that can be difficult to recognize, even for experienced mental health professionals.
Why do victims stay? Why do they sometimes return to an abusive partner or recant their allegations? What motivates perpetrators, and how can professionals recognize abuse when clients don’t openly disclose it?
This in-depth version builds on these essential concepts, giving clinicians more opportunity to explore the complexities of domestic violence and how to respond. You’ll take a closer look at victim safety, the challenges of intervention, the prosecution of domestic violence cases, and the importance of offender accountability.
You’ll also explore the ways perpetrators manipulate victims, the obstacles that can interfere with prosecution, and the role of specialized batterers intervention programs. The course emphasizes practical considerations for clinicians who need to recognize warning signs, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions when domestic violence may be present.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your existing knowledge or develop a deeper understanding of these challenging cases, this course offers additional depth and practical perspective to help you respond more thoughtfully and effectively.
When the stakes are this high, understanding the dynamics is only the beginning. Knowing how to respond matters.
Reviews
“This course was amazing and very informative. It was very beneficial and provided new insight into my ongoing clinical work, as well as work that I may be exposed to in the future.” ~Katrina Nethery, RCSWI, Pinellas Co, FL
“This is hands down the best domestic violence course I have ever completed. Very in-depth.” ~Heather Whitfield, RMHCI, Hillsborough County, FL
“This is a topic that I am very familiar with, but I got more out of it than I have from other online CEUs . So I was really pleased by the straightforward/yet compassionate nature in which it was presented. In fact, when saw my patients the week after, I kept thinking of them within the framework that was presented. I haven’t had the happen in a very long time.” ~Lia Cooper, LCSW
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I would highly recommend this course. It provides so much information on recognizing the red flags of domestic violence and intimate partner abuse
— Christine Gierer, LMFT, Marion
★★★★★
This course was out-standing! I appreciate the in-depth look at domestic violence through the personal and legal lens of the providers. They are very experienced, expert professionals in this field. The course was thorough and presented in an easy to follow format. I appreciate the reminder of all perspectives to be considered within domestic violence.
— Kimberly Dubner, Palm Beach
★★★★★
The main contributing factors of this course were the cost and the interactive information. The reviews read that this course was entertaining, so that was a bonus!
A practical, eye-opening course for mental health professionals, written by award-winning instructors with firsthand experience on both sides of the courtroom.
This course brings together two unique perspectives. Susan McMillan, LMHC, CAP, is a therapist, jury trial consultant, domestic violence survivor, and pioneer in the field who founded Florida’s first certified batterers intervention program. Matt McMillan, JD, CCJAS, brings his experience as a former police officer, prosecutor, and judge. Their combined backgrounds offer a rare perspective on domestic violence that bridges clinical practice and the criminal justice system.
And now, you can hear from Susan herself. Selected sections of this personally narrated course are read aloud by Susan McMillan, bringing her experience and perspective directly to you as you learn.
Domestic violence is about far more than physical abuse. It involves patterns of power, control, intimidation, and manipulation that can be difficult to recognize, even for experienced mental health professionals.
Why do victims stay? Why do they sometimes return to an abusive partner or recant their allegations? What motivates perpetrators, and how can professionals recognize abuse when clients don’t openly disclose it?
This in-depth version builds on these essential concepts, giving clinicians more opportunity to explore the complexities of domestic violence and how to respond. You’ll take a closer look at victim safety, the challenges of intervention, the prosecution of domestic violence cases, and the importance of offender accountability.
You’ll also explore the ways perpetrators manipulate victims, the obstacles that can interfere with prosecution, and the role of specialized batterers intervention programs. The course emphasizes practical considerations for clinicians who need to recognize warning signs, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions when domestic violence may be present.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your existing knowledge or develop a deeper understanding of these challenging cases, this course offers additional depth and practical perspective to help you respond more thoughtfully and effectively.
When the stakes are this high, understanding the dynamics is only the beginning. Knowing how to respond matters.
Reviews
“This course was amazing and very informative. It was very beneficial and provided new insight into my ongoing clinical work, as well as work that I may be exposed to in the future.” ~Katrina Nethery, RCSWI, Pinellas Co, FL
“This is hands down the best domestic violence course I have ever completed. Very in-depth.” ~Heather Whitfield, RMHCI, Hillsborough County, FL
“This is a topic that I am very familiar with, but I got more out of it than I have from other online CEUs . So I was really pleased by the straightforward/yet compassionate nature in which it was presented. In fact, when saw my patients the week after, I kept thinking of them within the framework that was presented. I haven’t had the happen in a very long time.” ~Lia Cooper, LCSW
By the end of the seminar, participants will:
Understand the belief systems and thought processes of men who batter that enable them to rationalize abusive or destructive behavior.
Identify warning signs or red flags of domestic violence in a family where all members deny its existence.
Identify the characteristics of men who are likely to batter.
Identify common tactics of men who batter.
Describe the various treatment approaches for men who batter and understand which forms of treatment are most effective, which are least effective, and why.
Recognize the effects of domestic violence on children.
Conduct an interview with a victim of domestic violence that will encourage her to reveal whether or not she is abused and inform her of the resources available in the community that can help.
Recognize when a referral to batterers intervention would be helpful to the family.
Understand the relationship between substance abuse, mental health issues, and domestic violence.
Understand the role of domestic violence in trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
