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Therapy, also known as psychotherapy or counseling, is a collaborative process between a trained mental health professional and an individual, couple, family, or group. The goal of therapy is to address and overcome emotional or psychological challenges, improve mental well-being, and facilitate personal growth and development. Therapists use various therapeutic approaches and techniques to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, ultimately leading to positive changes in their lives.

📄 Sample Letter to Police Alerting Them to Inappropriate Images on Someone’s Phone

[Your Name][Your Address][City, Postcode][Phone Number][Email Address][Date] To:[Officer’s Name, if known][Police Department Name][Police Department Address] Dear Officer [Name] / To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of concern involving inappropriate content that I have seen on [Individual’s Full Name]’s mobile phone. On or around [date], I observed [briefly… Read More 📄 Sample Letter to Police Alerting Them to Inappropriate Images on Someone’s Phone

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Sample Letter 1

Here’s a sample letter you could adapt if you decide to report the discovery to the police.(You can edit it to fit your exact situation.) 📄 Sample Letter to Police Reporting Discovery of Degrading Pornography by Abuser [Your Name][Your Address][City, Postcode][Phone Number][Email Address][Date] To:[Officer’s Name, if known][Police Department Name][Police Department Address] Dear Officer [Name or… Read More Sample Letter 1

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🚫 Abuse Is Not an Illness — It’s a Choice

By Linda C J Turner, Therapist & Advocate Let’s be very clear:Abuse is not a symptom of mental illness.Abuse is not a result of emotional instability.Abuse is not caused by stress, alcohol, or a “bad day.” Abuse is a deliberate act.It is rooted in a calculated desire to exert power, maintain control, and dominate another human being.… Read More 🚫 Abuse Is Not an Illness — It’s a Choice

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🧠 Clarity Is Power: When You Finally Know Where You’re Going ⚖️✨

“Today, after an insightful meeting with my lawyer, everything became clear. Now I know where I’m going—and exactly what I’m doing.” By Linda C J Turner, Therapist & Advocate There’s something profoundly empowering about moving from uncertainty to clarity. When the fog lifts and the truth is laid out in front of you—honestly, clearly, and… Read More 🧠 Clarity Is Power: When You Finally Know Where You’re Going ⚖️✨

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🧠 When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words:

The Psychology of Being Unwanted 📵“No photos. No messages. No effort. And yet, they still think we didn’t notice?” There are moments in life when you don’t need a confrontation to understand where you stand—you simply need to observe. No framed photos in their home. Unanswered texts. Phone calls ignored. No invitations extended. A long string of nothing.… Read More 🧠 When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words:

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🧠 When Caring Is Just a Costume:

The Psychology Behind Pretend Empathy 🎭“Empty words, no actions. The performance fools many — but not the ones who truly see.” In some families, the stage is set with smiles, well-crafted words, and occasional check-ins that appear caring from the outside. But if you listen closely, and observe over time, the script becomes clear: there’s no heart behind… Read More 🧠 When Caring Is Just a Costume:

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“Just Get Over It” — Why That Phrase Is Harmful and Scientifically Flawed

By Linda C J Turner Therapy For those of us who have survived decades of emotional, physical, or psychological abuse, there’s a phrase that lands like a slap in the face every time we hear it:“Just get over it.” It’s a phrase often delivered casually — sometimes with a shrug, sometimes with frustration, often from… Read More “Just Get Over It” — Why That Phrase Is Harmful and Scientifically Flawed

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