Family mediation can be a helpful, less adversarial path through separation. But it works best when both people can participate safely and freely. Intimate partner violence (IPV) screening helps check that before the process begins.
What screening looks for
- Current or past physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse
- Patterns of control, fear or intimidation
- Court orders, bail conditions or child protection involvement
- Whether each person can safely voice their own needs
Each person is seen separately
Screening conversations take place individually and privately, so each person can speak openly without the other present.
Considering a screening conversation?
Our IPV & Coercive Control Screening service offers a confidential, clinician-led conversation to help you understand your situation and possible next steps. Each person is screened separately, and you can share your safest way to be contacted.
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If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis lines and safety resources, visit Help Now.
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This article is for general education and is not a diagnosis, legal advice or a substitute for individual clinical care.
National Center of Excellence for Intimate Partner Violence and Coercive Control is not a psychotherapy service.