Supporting Abuse Survivors One Victory at a Time

Are you confused and stressed in your relationship? Do you wonder if what you are experiencing is abuse?

Do you know someone who feels stuck in an abusive relationship, and you want to support them but don’t know how?

Supporting Abuse Survivors One Victory at a Time

Are you confused and stressed in your relationship? Do you wonder if what you are experiencing is abuse?

Do you know someone who feels stuck in an abusive relationship, and you want to support them but don’t know how?

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The MEND Project is Here to Help!

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Who We Help…

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Am I in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship?

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Do You Want to Help Someone in an Abusive Relationship?

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Are You an Organization Committed to Helping Abuse Victims?

What Others Are Saying About MEND…

Your words gave me a voice. Every word that you wrote spoke the truth that I have been unable to speak.

Jessica

Survivor

Relevant, organized, and up-to-date. MEND teaches you what you need to know to bring hope and healing in someone’s life.

Dr. Ramona

Probasco PsyD, MFT, NCC

The MEND Project’s training is invaluable to any organization attempting to pursue justice and mercy by addressing systemic structures of abuse.

Care and Recovery Pastor

Mariners Church

Our Most Popular Resources

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FREE Training and Information You Need to Gain Clarity in Confusing and Stressful Relationships

These live workshops, archived classes, and downloadable resources give you all the information you and others need to begin the healing process.

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In-Depth Training & Curriculum for Deeper Healing

Discover helpful resources and training designed to empower your journey and recovery through abuse and difficult relationships. Find clarity and support today.

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Upcoming Events

We offer a variety of workshops and training dedicated to helping address and end relationship abuse. Please check back frequently to view updated information, or you can get notified of our free online events here.

HOW TO CHOOSE A THERAPIST WHO TRULY UNDERSTANDS ABUSE

Join us on December 17th at 10 AM PST for a FREE WORKSHOP on selecting a therapist who truly understands abuse and trauma. Finding the right therapist is essential for healing, especially when navigating abusive dynamics. This session will guide you on how to choose a trauma-informed professional, ask the right questions, and recognize when therapy may not be a good fit. You'll learn how to prioritize your healing and advocate for the support you deserve.

December 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM PST  |  SIGN UP NOW

Blog Posts & Survivor Stories

Knowledge brings clarity, and clarity helps you overcome prolonged states of stress and confusion.

Below are some of our most impactful articles. You can also click the buttons to search our blog posts or abuse recovery stories.

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Healing from Emotional Abuse Guide

Questions to Ask Relationship Therapists

Questions to Ask Relationship Therapists

Can Abusers Change? 5 Almost Impossible Obstacles Explained

Can Abusers Change? 5 Almost Impossible Obstacles Explained

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How to Get Out of an Abusive Relationship Safety Guide

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Search Our Articles on Emotional Abuse and More

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Domestic Violence and Abuse Victim Stories of Healing

Finding Clarity and Healing in Difficult, Confusing, or Abusive Relationships

Introducing Our Online Training Course

This comprehensive, self-paced course is designed to help you understand and heal from difficult, confusing, or abusive relationships.

Led by MEND Founder Annette Oltmans, this course equips you with the tools to help you identify, address, and overcome harmful relational dynamics.

The hope and goal of this course is to help you understand the underlying issues that cause destructive relationship patterns and lead you on a path of healing, whether you decide to stay or leave.

GET STARTED TODAY and take a decisive step toward healing and self-restoration.

*Scholarship opportunities are available. Click the button above and scroll to the bottom to learn how.

ANNETTE OLTMANS

About Our Founder

About Our Founder

Annette Oltmans founded The MEND Project in 2016. An abuse survivor herself, she found that while the path to healing is often arduous, it is possible. She founded The MEND Project to provide resources that guide individuals facing abuse and troubled relationships, as well as their allies who want to help.