The Liefde Organization offers confidential, trauma‑informed services designed to support survivors, their families, and communities at every stage of the healing journey. All services are offered on a sliding‑scale basis so that cost is never a barrier to safety or support.
Services
We offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your individual needs. Our approach is focused on understanding and responding to what you require, providing effective and practical solutions.
Individual Therapy
- Individual therapy offers a safe, confidential space to process your experiences, reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, and rebuild a sense of safety and self‑worth.
- Therapists use trauma‑informed, survivor‑centered approaches tailored to each person’s needs, including support around safety planning, boundaries, grief, parenting, and life transitions after abuse.
Family and Group Therapy
- Family therapy helps families affected by domestic violence work toward healthier communication, repair trust when appropriate, and create safer, more supportive home environments.
- Group therapy and support groups bring survivors together to share experiences, learn tools for healing, and know they are not alone, all in a structured and professionally facilitated setting.
Advocacy and Court Support
- Advocates walk alongside survivors as they navigate complex systems such as legal, medical, housing, and social services.
- Support can include help with safety planning, understanding rights and options, preparing for hearings, and connecting with community resources that meet practical needs.
Expert Court Testimony
- When appropriate and requested, qualified professionals from The Liefde Organization can provide expert testimony in court related to the impact of domestic violence and trauma.
- This service helps ensure survivors’ experiences are understood in context and that courts receive clear, evidence‑informed information about the dynamics and effects of abuse.
Community Education and Training
- The Liefde Organization offers workshops and trainings for schools, workplaces, community groups, and professionals on topics such as recognizing signs of abuse, responding safely, and supporting survivors.
- Education efforts aim to reduce stigma, encourage earlier intervention, and build communities that respond to domestic violence with empathy, accountability, and action.
Get Help With Liefde
“Liefde” means “love” in Dutch, and that spirit of love guides everything done at The Liefde Organization. Whether you are in crisis, rebuilding after abuse, or supporting someone you care about, you can access counseling, advocacy, and education rooted in compassion, respect, and safety.
Sliding Scale and Accessibility
- The Liefde Organization offers workshops and trainings for schools, workplaces, community groups, and professionals on topics such as recognizing signs of abuse, responding safely, and supporting survivors.
- Education efforts aim to reduce stigma, encourage earlier intervention, and build communities that respond to domestic violence with empathy, accountability, and action.
How to Get Started
- To get help, you can contact The Liefde Organization by phone, email, or secure contact form to schedule an intake or ask questions about services.
- During your first contact, staff will discuss your needs, safety concerns, financial situation, and which services might be the best fit so you can take the next step with support and clarity.
