Individual FAQ | 26 August, 2015
Anger is a normal and healthy emotion, it is not the cause of abuse. Many people get angry and never engage power and control, many people who use power and control in a relationship are not angry when they do so. When abusers state they act in an abusive manner because they are angry, they are refusing to take responsibility for their actions and their choices. Rather, they choose to blame an emotion and deflect responsibility for their choices.
You are not responsible for your partner’s choices, only they can be responsible and take control. To state anger is the cause of abuse... Read more
Location | 09 June, 2015
Public Transport
Buses:
Yes
Trains:
Local train station is Fortitude Valley
Ferries:
NA
Access and Parking Directions
Venue is located on the corner of Warren St and St Pauls Terrace. It is mostly metered parking in Warren St, Quarry St and St Pauls Terrace.
Do not park on St Pauls Terrace after 4pm as you will be towed.
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Facilities
Payment Facilities
Other Facilities
Cash EFTPOS Credit card
Disabled access Disabled toilets
Blog Post | 14 February, 2023
Leaving an abusive relationship is never easy, and in many situations, it can also be unsafe.
In fact, the period that follows leaving an abusive partner can be the most dangerous time for a survivor of abuse. The abuser may fear a loss of control and increase their abusive behaviours in an attempt to hold onto it.
Many people in abusive relationships will remain in their situation out of fear for their safety – and the safety of their kids or pets – if they do leave.
It often takes a lot of bravery, support, and planning to escape an abusive environment, and you may need to take some extra... Read more
Blog Post | 02 February, 2023
Did you know that staying socially active as you get older will make you a happier, healthier senior?
Old age leads to certain difficulties that contribute to social isolation and feelings of loneliness. It’s perfectly normal to feel lonely.
If you feel that you have nobody, the thought of socialising or making new friends later in life can be overwhelming. But don’t worry, we are here to assure you that it’s completely possible to get yourself back out there!
In this blog post, we’ll explore why it’s good for you to be socially active in your 60s and older, as well as some ideas and... Read more
Blog Post | 28 March, 2011
Stepfamilies are in some ways like first-time-round families. They are also, in many other ways, vastly different. Most people who become a part of a stepfamily are unprepared for the differences. These differences can include:
The complexity of stepfamilies - there are many more family relationships in stepfamilies. There are likely to be grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings and a parent living outside the family with no links with other members of the stepfamily.
The new couple’s different attitudes to child-rearing.
Emotional upheavals. Family members... Read more
Article | 12 April, 2016
Stepfamilies are different.
Stepfamilies are in some ways like first-time-round families. They are also, in many other ways, vastly different. Most people who become a part of a stepfamily are unprepared for the differences. These differences can include:
Stepfamilies are more complex. There are many more family relationships in stepfamilies. There are likely to be grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings and a parent living outside the family with no links with other members of the stepfamily.
Emotional upheavals. Family members may have experienced distress from the break-up of... Read more
Course type | 24 July, 2015
Couples in a step-family setting often face a great number of challenges in creating a blended family culture that balances everyone’s needs. Healthy, inclusive and meaningful step-family relationships often function in different ways to biological families. The Stepfamily Realities workshop will address the key challenges that typically arise in the step-family setting and will also equip you with knowledge and tools to create a family environment that is functional, warm and inclusive for all family members.
Upcoming Workshops
Term 2
Dates: April 8th to April 22nd... Read more
Individual Course | 07 December, 2020
Dates: 8th Feb-22nd March (7 consecutive weeks)
Time: Monday 5.45pm-7.45pm
NB: These sessions are conducted face-to-face at the Spring Hill venue. Couples are to complete intakes individually.
Course type | 18 July, 2016
Stopping Family Violence is run at Spring Hill venue 2 x times per year.
Any man interested in attending the program needs to book and complete 2 x 1 hour individual sessions to assess their suitability for the program.
The program runs for 18 weeks (Wednesday evening: 6pm – 8.30pm) and is specifically tailored to men who are invested in having non-abusive relationships.