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Domestic Violence: Inside The Minds Of Men Who Batter And The Women Who Love Them (2 CEUs)

$29.95

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Woman covers her bruised face with her arm

Domestic Violence: Inside The Minds Of Men Who Batter And The Women Who Love Them (2 CEUs)

CEUs
2

$29.95

Most domestic violence training focuses on victims. This course goes deeper—into the minds, beliefs, and behaviors of the perpetrators themselves.

Based on decades of personal, real-world clinical, legal, and batterer intervention experience, this course reveals what actually drives abusive behavior—and why it is so often misunderstood, minimized, or missed entirely.

You’ll gain powerful insight into:

  • The belief systems and entitlement thinking behind abuse
  • The patterns of coercion, control, and manipulation
  • Why victims stay—and why outsiders often get it wrong
  • The intergenerational cycle of violence and trauma
  • How perpetrators present in therapy and avoid accountability

This course doesn’t just teach theory—it gives you the clarity to recognize abuse in its less obvious forms, navigate complex client dynamics, and avoid the clinical mistakes that can put victims at greater risk.

If you’ve ever felt uncertain working with couples, conflicted about “both sides,” or unsure how to identify the true aggressor—this course will change how you see these cases forever.

See why students return again and again to take this fascinating course.

Reviews

“Domestic Violence was excellent. I’ve attended many trainings on this subject, from State Prosecutors to Dr. Lenore Walker, and I still learned things in this training.”  ~Sam Kedeem, LMHC, Dade Co, FL

“I am fortunate to have taken this course from providers who are so knowledgeable! The valuable information was truly my favorite part, however, I thought the YouTube videos were an interesting component. It was helpful to have a personal story included and, overall, the presenters’ past professional experiences.”  ~Page Thanasiu, LMHC, Volusia Co, FL 

“I love the combination of a legal back ground and a mental health background. The entire section on Community Resources was especially helpful. Great course material! Clear and easy to understand.”  ~Eileen O’Connell, LCSW, Pinellas Co, FL

  • Florida: Required for initial licensure and every third renewal.
  • Outside Florida: Many other states require this course. Check with your Board.

 

★★★★★

A well rounded understanding of DV from clinical and legal vantage points. Thank you for your work in this field and contribution to safety and education. I agree 100% that all therapists need to understand the specific issues and implications of DV/power and control and the implications of abuse on their clients beyond generalized trauma work. Abuse is preventable and the cycle of violence is predictable.

— Rosemary Crawford, LMHC, NA

★★★★★

The quality is consistently outstanding, exceeding my expectations

— Sharon Salichs, Florida

★★★★★

I liked this course and found it to be an excellent review of my work and knowledge with domestic abuse victims and abusers.

— Loreen Gill, MCAP, Palm Beach

★★★★★

Great course! Loved the supplemental resources and use of helpful visuals.

— Kyra Morrison, LCSWI, Walton

★★★★☆

Well-informed professionals are passionate about helping the community with their CE courses.

— Melissa Rentas, RMHCI, Miami Dade

★★★★★

This was an exceptionally informative and enjoyable workshop on Domestic Violence

— John Mann, LCSW, Sarasota

★★★★★

Great presentation. Well organized, pertinent material with the added bonus of the YouTube videos.

— M Leslie Blount, LCSW, Pasco

★★★★★

An absolutely outstanding module... The Domestic Violence course should be required. Powerful and empowering and important.

— Joseph Bolduc, Miami Dade

★★★★★

This course was SPOT ON!! I knew a lot about domestic violence and physical/mental abuse (especially being in an abusive marriage and also having abusive family members) but I could not believe how many times it was 100% accurate and so informative about EVERY aspect of it. This is such a great course!!!

— K. Nash, Pasco

★★★★★

Outstanding clarity!!! This is one of the best courses in DV I've ever seen. I was a facilitator for over 10 years.

— Renee Bronson, Osceola

★★★★★

The self-taught information was easily readable, gave great images and tables that I can keep with me, and was in an easy-to-follow order.

— Justine Gurley, RMHCI, Brevard

★★★★★

This course was simple to understand and if done at a good pace, fast. I enjoyed that the instructors were able to share how important this topic is to them, and it was evident while reading the material their passion for it. Really enjoyed it and will plan on taking further domestic violence courses with them!

— Lyanne Soto-Ramos, Osceola

★★★★★

Good job. The best course I have taken on this topic.

— Stuart Stuthers, LMHC, Desoto

★★★★★

This course was phenomenal, thought-provoking, and enlightening.

— Tanya Thompson, LCSW, Duval

★★★★★

Well informed, easy to understand, and cost effective. I definitely deepened my understanding of DV through this course.

— Jamie Greene, RMHCI, escambia

★★★★★

Great course! I worked in Domestic Violence initially in my career for about 2 1/2 years and learned a lot about it; however, in taking this course, I was able to learn even more about it. The information in this course is so valuable and important that all healthcare providers should have to take it.

— Maura Pratt, LMHC, Bay County

★★★★★

These two presenters were a hit! The team were the most professional, efficient, interesting and helpful presenters I've come across in a long time --- and I took over twice as many CEU's as I needed, so I've had my share of boring presenters! They captured my interest from the first minute and kept it till the last!
Excellent course. Thank you!

— Dr. Virginia Crist, Ph.D., LMFT, CST, LMFT, Palm Beach

★★★★★

I chose this provider because of their expertise in this important subject. I can't think of anything that could have made this course more effective. My favorite part was the part about the effects on the children. Not usually covered in courses on domestic violence.

— Nancy Wolf, LMHC, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

★★★★★

Fantastic for seasoned professionals.

— Douglas Fowler, LMHC, LMHC and Clinical Supervisor, FL

★★★★★

Excellent work! Very happy with the product.

— Morgan Born-Aives, LMHC, Palm Beach County

★★★★★

Thank You for a very informative program, especially giving me a better understanding of the "Batterers."

— Sidney Cary, LMHC, Oklaloosa

★★★★★

Very well presented and organized with good use of media to supplement material.

— Mabel Rodriguez, Miami-Dade

★★★★★

Affordable CEUs By McMillan and Wife was amazing for my learning style! The courses were provided in a "go-at-your-own-pace" style! This was perfect for me as a full-time working professional and mother! 10/10 recommend! I will be purchasing courses from © Affordable CEUs By McMillan and Wife in the near future and throughout my career!

— Brittany Davis, MA, NCC, MHP, Volusia

★★★★★

The course was informative and interesting. The video and audio add in parts were very good....

— patricia hall, Orange

★★★★★

Course provides real life situations and gives you strategies to deal with clients in battered situations.

— Sandra Obas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Broward

★★★★★

Thank you for your excellent customer service and for responding to my needs almost immediately.

— Katherine Fernandez, Miami-Dade

★★★★★

Excellent. Best Course I have taken on DV.

— Christine Davico, Duval

★★★★★

Incredibly effective. McMillan and Wife do an excellent job of providing interesting and informative courses — I would not change anything.

— Aimee Perez, RMHCI, Miami-Dade, FL

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Description

Most domestic violence training focuses on victims. This course goes deeper—into the minds, beliefs, and behaviors of the perpetrators themselves.

Based on decades of personal, real-world clinical, legal, and batterer intervention experience, this course reveals what actually drives abusive behavior—and why it is so often misunderstood, minimized, or missed entirely.

You’ll gain powerful insight into:

  • The belief systems and entitlement thinking behind abuse
  • The patterns of coercion, control, and manipulation
  • Why victims stay—and why outsiders often get it wrong
  • The intergenerational cycle of violence and trauma
  • How perpetrators present in therapy and avoid accountability

This course doesn’t just teach theory—it gives you the clarity to recognize abuse in its less obvious forms, navigate complex client dynamics, and avoid the clinical mistakes that can put victims at greater risk.

If you’ve ever felt uncertain working with couples, conflicted about “both sides,” or unsure how to identify the true aggressor—this course will change how you see these cases forever.

See why students return again and again to take this fascinating course.

Reviews

“Domestic Violence was excellent. I’ve attended many trainings on this subject, from State Prosecutors to Dr. Lenore Walker, and I still learned things in this training.”  ~Sam Kedeem, LMHC, Dade Co, FL

“I am fortunate to have taken this course from providers who are so knowledgeable! The valuable information was truly my favorite part, however, I thought the YouTube videos were an interesting component. It was helpful to have a personal story included and, overall, the presenters’ past professional experiences.”  ~Page Thanasiu, LMHC, Volusia Co, FL 

“I love the combination of a legal back ground and a mental health background. The entire section on Community Resources was especially helpful. Great course material! Clear and easy to understand.”  ~Eileen O’Connell, LCSW, Pinellas Co, FL

  • Florida: Required for initial licensure and every third renewal.
  • Outside Florida: Many other states require this course. Check with your Board.

 

By the end of the seminar, participants will:

  • Understand the belief systems and thought processes of men and women in battering relationships that enable both partners to rationalize abusive or destructive behavior.
  • Identify common tactics of men who batter and recognize warning signs of domestic violence in a treatment setting even when all family members deny its existence.
  • Describe the various treatment approaches for men who batter and understand which forms of treatment are most effective, which are least effective or even dangerous, and why as well as recognize when a referral to batterers intervention would be appropriate.
  • Recognize and understand the immediate and lasting effects of domestic violence on children, including the neurological changes caused by traumatic exposure.

Additional information

CEUs

2

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