Masterclass: Breaking Free from an Abusive Relationship

1. Understanding the Dynamics of Abuse

Abuse isn’t just physical—it can be emotional, psychological, financial, or spiritual. This Masterclass helps you identify the obvious and subtle signs of abuse and understand that it is never your fault.

2. Acknowledging the Impact of Abuse

Abuse affects you on many levels—emotionally, psychologically, and even physically. Learn how to validate your experiences and practice self-compassion as a tool for healing.

3. Breaking Free: The Decision to Leave

Leaving an abusive relationship is one of the most complex decisions you’ll ever make. We provide clear, practical steps to prepare you emotionally, mentally, and practically for leaving.

4. Creating a Safety Plan

Your safety is our top priority. In this section, you’ll learn how to create a personalised safety plan, including legal protections, financial planning, and practical strategies to ensure that you do so safely and with the support you need when you leave.

5. Rebuilding Your Sense of Self

Abuse can strip away your sense of identity and self-worth. In this chapter, we focus on rediscovering who you are—your values, strengths, and goals—so you can reconnect with your authentic self and rebuild your self-esteem.

6. Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster

After leaving, you may experience a complex mix of fear, anger, grief, and even relief. Learn how to manage these emotions, stay grounded, and continue moving forward, even when the road gets difficult.

7. Healing Trauma

Trauma from abuse runs deep and can affect every part of your life. This Masterclass offers practical strategies for understanding and healing trauma, including therapy options and grounding techniques to help you reclaim your life from its effects.

8. Building Health Boundaries

Learn how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries with others and within yourself. Setting boundaries is crucial for protecting your well-being and creating relationships that respect and support you moving forward.

9. Self-Transformation: Embrace Personal Growth

Discover how to evolve through personal growth frameworks like Robert Kegan’s Self-Transforming Mind and the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. This is about shifting beyond survival mode and transforming into a stronger, more empowered version of yourself.

10. Healing Your Inner Wounds with Internal Family Systems

This takes you through healing your deepest wounds—your Exiles—the parts of you that carry shame, fear, and unworthiness. You’ll learn how to connect with these parts, help them heal, and integrate them into your life so you can move forward with confidence and inner peace.

11. Integrating Your Learnings and Planning Your Next Steps

Reflect on your progress, celebrate your growth, and plan your next steps. You’ll leave this Masterclass with a sustainable self-care routine and a deep connection to your authentic Self, ensuring that you stay empowered and continue healing.