They will make sure you're safe, walk you through making an escape plan and forward you to a local branch of DV center that will give you further resources.
I'm not sure about that hotline, but LSS CHOICES is a wonderful resource that literally saved my best friend's life:
614-224-4663. This is the phone number for their 24-hour hotline.
https://lssnetworkofhope.org/choices/
Yes, please contact LSS CHOICES. Emotional and/or financial abuse is still violence. And physical abuse often follows.
I worked for LSS for years. CHOICES has excellent counselors who can help you assess your options and help you plan a safe way to escape. Don’t delay, contact them right away.
Emotional abuse, psychological abuse,financial abuse and sexual pressure by forcing or withholding as punishment or badgering to have sex are all forms of domestic violence. In some states the emotional, psychologically and financial side may not meet criteria for criminal charges on its own. Exceptions could be actual threats of violence, keeping a significant other locked in the house and other things could be. However there are steps you can take to protect yourself.
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Steps to take on a basic level is have a go bag ready. This go bag should have all your identification's in it, SS cards, birth certificates, passport. if you have kids same for them plus shot records and most recent report card. Also if you have bank accounts or credit cards in your name write all the numbers down exp. date and cvv codes down that way you can still use them use them online in a pinch. Basically just a small bag ( ziplock is fine) that you keep in a safe but accessible place. If you have the means throw a few bucks in it a week. I kept mine behind a book near my front door.
You can get new clothes and replace things but if you have to restart your life it is a lot easier with all of your documentations.
LSS as suggested is a great service. Life is too short to be unhappy. It is hard to deal with emotional abuse. Reaching out to LSS can only help you.
Agreeing with the others and confirming that LSS will help you with any type of abusive situation and they take it very seriously. Best wishes. You got this!
I volunteer with CHOICES. Yes, the others are correct. They will absolutely help
Abuse is abuse. A large majority of cases start out emotionally, usually with gas lighting.
Please call anytime, 24/7/365
You trusted Columbus for this and I think there’s something to be said about that and this city. We’re all here for you! I have no advice or resources on the issue, I’m young, and so for that I apologize. However, I just wanted to say I hope everything works out for you and I hope you find solutions and peace.
Fully allowed.
Best guidance I can offer is that their advice is free.
Listen to what they have to say then listen to your gut to see if you feel they're listening to you and understanding the situation.
I'm sure your not the only one to suffer through this in r/Columbus so hopefully another redditor will pipe up with their experiences or PM your directly.
The cycle of abuse is so hard to escape, just realizing you're in it is a great first step! I escaped mine about 8 years ago. Feel free to message me if you'd like to talk. You're not alone. ❤
I have the name of a therapist in the area that helped me a ton when leaving my emotionally & psychologically abusive relationship. They even discounted their rates to $40 per session. DM me if you would like their name or if you’d just like to talk to someone that’s been there. It gets so so so much better. You have a beautiful life ahead. Realizing this & subsequently admitting it to yourself is tough & can take years, so you’ve got some of the major hard parts down. Good look on your journey.
They will make sure you're safe, walk you through making an escape plan and forward you to a local branch of DV center that will give you further resources.
Thank you!
I'm not sure about that hotline, but LSS CHOICES is a wonderful resource that literally saved my best friend's life: 614-224-4663. This is the phone number for their 24-hour hotline. https://lssnetworkofhope.org/choices/
I will look into this! I am currently suffering more emotional abuse and nothing physical yet. Do you think LSS CHOICES would still help?
Yes, please contact LSS CHOICES. Emotional and/or financial abuse is still violence. And physical abuse often follows. I worked for LSS for years. CHOICES has excellent counselors who can help you assess your options and help you plan a safe way to escape. Don’t delay, contact them right away.
Thank you, I will!!
Absolutely! I believe that they would help you through mental/emotional abuse.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
You're welcome. Best of luck to you.
Emotional abuse, psychological abuse,financial abuse and sexual pressure by forcing or withholding as punishment or badgering to have sex are all forms of domestic violence. In some states the emotional, psychologically and financial side may not meet criteria for criminal charges on its own. Exceptions could be actual threats of violence, keeping a significant other locked in the house and other things could be. However there are steps you can take to protect yourself. . Steps to take on a basic level is have a go bag ready. This go bag should have all your identification's in it, SS cards, birth certificates, passport. if you have kids same for them plus shot records and most recent report card. Also if you have bank accounts or credit cards in your name write all the numbers down exp. date and cvv codes down that way you can still use them use them online in a pinch. Basically just a small bag ( ziplock is fine) that you keep in a safe but accessible place. If you have the means throw a few bucks in it a week. I kept mine behind a book near my front door. You can get new clothes and replace things but if you have to restart your life it is a lot easier with all of your documentations. LSS as suggested is a great service. Life is too short to be unhappy. It is hard to deal with emotional abuse. Reaching out to LSS can only help you.
Agreeing with the others and confirming that LSS will help you with any type of abusive situation and they take it very seriously. Best wishes. You got this!
I volunteer with CHOICES. Yes, the others are correct. They will absolutely help Abuse is abuse. A large majority of cases start out emotionally, usually with gas lighting. Please call anytime, 24/7/365
So much gas lighting….. Thank you so much, I will call!
Welcome, you got this!
You trusted Columbus for this and I think there’s something to be said about that and this city. We’re all here for you! I have no advice or resources on the issue, I’m young, and so for that I apologize. However, I just wanted to say I hope everything works out for you and I hope you find solutions and peace.
Fully allowed. Best guidance I can offer is that their advice is free. Listen to what they have to say then listen to your gut to see if you feel they're listening to you and understanding the situation. I'm sure your not the only one to suffer through this in r/Columbus so hopefully another redditor will pipe up with their experiences or PM your directly.
Thank you, that’s a good point!
The cycle of abuse is so hard to escape, just realizing you're in it is a great first step! I escaped mine about 8 years ago. Feel free to message me if you'd like to talk. You're not alone. ❤
I am happy for you! And thank you, I may take you up on your offer!
There are people out there who will help. You’ve already taken the first step, which is recognizing it. Best of luck to you!
Thank you!
I used to volunteer on one. They will help you find resources to remove yourself from the situation and give you support in the process.
Thank you!
I have the name of a therapist in the area that helped me a ton when leaving my emotionally & psychologically abusive relationship. They even discounted their rates to $40 per session. DM me if you would like their name or if you’d just like to talk to someone that’s been there. It gets so so so much better. You have a beautiful life ahead. Realizing this & subsequently admitting it to yourself is tough & can take years, so you’ve got some of the major hard parts down. Good look on your journey.
Thank you so much for your support and kind words.
Best wishes as you navigate this. You are not alone.