Batterers Intervention Program (BIP)

Research shows that Domestic Violence is a serious issue that affects millions of individuals every year, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, and age, sexual orientation, mental of physical ability or religious background. The BIP is designed for individuals who have been accused or convicted of domestic violence. The court or the probation department will refer defendants to an approved BIP provider. The Batterers’ Intervention Program may include lectures, classes, group discussions, and counseling.

What is BIP?

The Batterers Intervention Program is a psych educational program whose objective is to stop domestic violence. The program is not punitive; rather its components include approaches that hold the defendant accountable for his/her own abusive behavior. It teaches the individual that aggression and violence is a learned behavior, and therefore it can be unlearned. Individuals learn new behaviors that are representative of equality and non-violence. The program is designed to address different aspects of domestic violence: physical abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse and stalking

What does the program entail?

BIP is a comprehensive program that involves group sessions and/or individual counseling sessions. The 52-week curriculum include some of the following content: program teaches individuals about anger management, communication skills, conflict resolution, stress management, and healthy relationships. It also involves role-playing exercises to help individuals learn appropriate coping skills.

How long is the program?

The Batterers Intervention Program is comprised of a minimum of 52 weeks, and the individual is required to attend a two-hour weekly session. Individuals who are abusing drugs or alcohol may be referred to substance abuse counseling while addressing their abusive behaviors. Upon completion of the 52-week program, an exit interview is conducted to assess the readiness of the participant for successful completion of the program or to recommend additional classes.

Take the first step and seek help to end the cycle of violence, contact The Trellis House to enroll in the Batterers Intervention Program.