Have you abused your partner or ex-partner in any of the following ways...

	Hit, shoved, pulled hair, punched, kicked, grabbed, choked, pushed, restrained, poked, jabbed, slapped.
	Threatened to harm your partner, her friends or family, punch walls or smash things.
	Forcing sex, use sulks or punishments if she refuses sex, force her to watch any sexual acts.
	Put her down, make her feel bad about herself, make her think she's crazy, humiliate her.
	Control what she does, who she sees, what she reads and where she goes, limit or discourage outside involvement.
	Encourage children to take sides, make her feel guity about the children, use child contact to harass her.

If you want to stop abusing your partner, the Essex Change Programme can help you change…

Who is the programme for?

The programme is for any man who wants to stop their abusive behaviour towards a female partner or ex-partner.

How long is the programme?

The programme is 27 sessions. Weekly sessions are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thurdays. You will be required to attend initial assessment sessions prior to starting the programme and a pre-group session.

Where are the sessions held?

The assessment sessions and the group sessions are currently held in Chelmsford, Harlow and Colchester.

What happens on the group programme?

We work in small groups of up to 10 men. The programme will help you take responsibility of your behaviour and offer you skills and support to end your abusive behaviour.

I want to change…..what do I do now?

For information or to arrange an appointment.

Contact Essex Change

• Phone 0845 372 7701
• Please email your name and contact number to: admin@essexchange.org
• Complete a self referral form www.essexchange.org/files/ec1_referral__self_.pdf and send to:
  11a/b Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1SY or fax to 01245 262390 .

We also accept referrals from voluntary and health services (see useful links for referral form). Statutory Services please contact Tania Woodgate 01245 258680 ext 223.