Abuse- Can The Abuser Ever Change?

Can an emotional and/ or domestic violence abuser change? 

It is possible if the abuser has a strong desire to change and recognizes his or her abusive patterns as well as the damage caused by them. 

However, the learned behaviors and feelings of entitlement and privilege are very difficult to change. 

Only a small percentage of abusers are able to successfully make permanent changes.

Most abusers tend to enjoy the power that they feel from emotional abuse and because of this, only a very low percentage of abusers can turn themselves around.

 Reference: Live, Bold, and Bloom.

If you are a victim of emotional or violent abuse, there is help. 

Free Monthly Support Group

For Victims of Abuse
 Support groups are also for loved ones and family members

When: Every 1st Saturday at 2:00pm- 3:15pm

Where: Michael Loftis Counseling

2670 Memorial Blvd. Suite E

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Call Diane at (615) 556-8406 or email her at Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com to register. 

                                 By Diane Gammon M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Now open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays