The Phoenix Programme
What is The Phoenix Programme?
The Phoenix Programme is a three stage learning and understanding experience. It is free and designed to help you understand domestic abuse, how it has affected your life, recognize your power and choices and learn techniques for achieving your goals.
Comments from previous participants
“This has been life changing for me, I feel like a new person”
“Although it’s a serious subject, we have fun and I’ve made friends”
“I previously thought I was the only one, now I know I’m not alone and there is support for me”
“Really helped me to understand what was preventing me from moving on both practically and emotionally”
Phoenix Knowledge
(Stage One)
This is a 10 week programme which will help participants understand and define domestic abuse. There is also a final session to discuss next steps and evaluation.
Week 1
Power & Control
Week 2
Minimise, Deny & Blame
Week 3
Isolation
Week 4
Effects on Children Part 1
Week 5
Physical Abuse & Intimidation
Week 6
Emotional Abuse
Week 7
Threats & Promises
Week 8
Effects on Children Part 2
Week 9
Privilege & Power
Week 10
Sexual Abuse
Male Victim
Final Session
Evaluation and Recap
Phoenix Changes
(Stage Two)
This is a 10 week programme which will help you change the negative thoughts and behaviours into a new pattern of controlling your life.
Includes:
Your Rights and the Impact of Abuse
Family Roles and Abuse
The Dysfunctional Childhood
Feelings: Grief, Fear, Guilt and Anger
Boundaries and Intro to Assertiveness
Assertiveness: Myths and Realities
Assertiveness: Techniques
Assertiveness: Requests and Practice
Healthy Relationships
Decision Making and Goal Setting
Phoenix Advance
(Stage Three)
This group meets once a week and is for individuals who are in a position where they are able to understand the issue of domestic abuse and how it has affected them and their families.
The aim of the group is to continue to support and assist these individuals with their positive life changes and to improve self-esteem and confidence.
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