Orewa and Warkworth
Ph (09) 425 8130
Abuse Prevention Services (APS) provides counselling and group programmes for men, women, and children who have caused or experienced Family (Domestic) Violence
and want help to change their lives.
men's programme | women's programme | children's programme | free counselling
We provide effective help for all types of Family Violence including: physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; intimidation; harassment; damage to property; threats of abuse; and causing or allowing a child to witness the abuse of another person.
If you're unsure whether what you are experiencing is Family Violence
check out the Power and Control Wheel below
Our programmes will help you to build relationships based on equality and respect, as in the Equality Wheel below.
Men Living Without Violence Programme
Are you looking for positive ways to improve your relationships?
Do you take your anger out on others?
Are you afraid that you are repeating destructive patterns?
Do you sometimes behave in ways you later regret?
Is your family frightened of you at home?
Often referred to as “Anger Management”, this is a group programme for men who want help to learn how to manage their angry feelings, and change abusive behaviour and attitudes.
Facilitators provide a supportive environment where men can:
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learn to recognise your early warning signs
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learn skills to deal with your anger
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learn how to stop violence or abuse
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develop communication skills
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understand the intergenerational cycle of violence and how to break the cycle for your children
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improve your relationships with your partner and children
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develop skills to manage stress
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develop parenting skills
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understand issues of power and equality in a relationship
Location: Orewa, Warkworh and Red Beach
Duration: 2.5 hours per week for 19 weeks
Start dates: every five weeks throughout the year
Cost: free if you are referred by the Court, otherwise $20 per session for waged and $10 per session for unwaged.
Women Living Free Form Abuse Programme
Do you feel like you're walking on eggshells?
Are you often convinced you're going crazy?
Does it feel like this relationship is all about them?
Are you isolated and afraid?
This is a group programme for women who are currently, or have previously been, in an abusive relationship and who want support to make positive choices, heal, and move on to a life free of abuse.
Attending this safe and confidential course will help you rebuild your self-esteem and confidence by helping you to:
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understand family/domestic violence and its effects on you and your children
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understand the cycle of abuse
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understand power and control issues in relationships, and how to change them
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learn about healthy relating and how to move towards equality
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learn about the myths and stereotypes about family violence and abuse
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develop ways to improve your self-care and personal boundaries
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develop anger management skills
Location: Orewa, Warkworth, and Helensville.
Duration: 2.5 hours per week for 12 weeks
Start dates: runs three times per year, contact Coordinator for next course date
Childcare: a crèche is provided
Cost: free for women with a Protection Order, otherwise $60 (negotiable depending on circumstances)
Children and Young Person’s Programme
Are you concerned for your childrens safety and well-being?
Get them help now before they repeat the cycle of violence and victimhood as adults.
This Programme is designed for children and young people who have experienced family violence. An initial assessment is carried out with the caregiver to explain the programme and check if it is suitable. The caregiver is also informed of progress during the programme.
The Programme covers four themes important to children who have witnessed abuse:
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breaking the cycle
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learning to protect themselves
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strengthening self-esteem
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positive experiences
Location: Orewa and Warkworth
Duration: 13 weeks
Start dates: as arranged with caregiver
Cost: free
Counselling
A safe, confidential and professional counselling service is available for:
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women who have experienced any form of abuse in a relationship
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men who have been, or are enrolled in the Men living Without Violence Programme
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families where young people are exhibiting issues around their own anger
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couples where abuse has been an issue in the relationship
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young people and children who have witnessed abuse
Location: Orewa and Warkworth
Duration: six sessions of one hour
Start dates: as arranged with counsellor
Cost: free
Professional Standards
All counsellors are Members of the NZ Association of Counsellors (MNZAC). APS Programmes have been approved by the Ministry of Justice. We are also members of the National Network of Stopping Violence Services – Te Kupenga Whakaoti Mahi Patunga, Member of Te Rito Family Violence Project.
To find out how we can help:
Ph (09) 425 8130 for generall enquiries, counselling and the men's programme
Ph (09) 422 2102 for the women's programme and the children's programme
Abuse Prevention Servvices gratefully acknowledges funding support from ASB Trust, NZ Lotteries, COGS, Pub Charity, Ministry of Social Development, Ministry of Justice, Community Probation Services, and Auckland District Council.
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