men evolving nonviolently ( M.E.N. ) presents 13 week revolving ongoing class

Domestic violence and anger management groups
for men in Folsom area.

facilitator David C. Coolidge, MFT

What we know about domestic violence
• it sooner or later destroys relationships
• violent behaviors are learned, and therefore can be unlearned
• behavioral changes can occur with practice
• using nonviolent strategies there is hope for healing and sustaining family relationships

How to recognize domestic violence
• it is a power and control issue
• manipulation, force and coercion are used in:
• physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse and verbal abuse

Who is eligible for the class
• any male from the age of 18 to 80
• volunteers or court ordered
• men that want to save their relationships
• men who want to get in touch with their feelings

What you will learn
• how to break denial and face the truth
• the tools to make yourself safe
• communication skills
• express your feelings behind the anger
• to experience support from other men
• learned to meet your own needs through self nurturing