Pillar 1: The Dynamics of Control

Coercive control is not an event; it is a cage constructed over time. In these courses, we explore the history of protection laws in America and dissect the anatomy of domination … from gaslighting and isolation to financial restriction and surveillance.

This content provides the vocabulary necessary to identify the “invisible” tactics that trap individuals, offering validation for survivors and a roadmap for professionals trying to detect high-control dynamics in their clients. Remember, control lies at the foundation of all forms of abuse.

Explore the legal and psychological foundations of coercive control—how patterns of domination shape relationships, influence court outcomes, and impact survivors and children—equipping you with essential knowledge and tools for advocacy.

Explore the biological and neurological foundations of trauma—how experiences of coercive control reshape the brain, alter perception of reality, and impact the physical body from head to toe—equipping you with a solid understanding of the survivor experience and the evidence-based language to describe it.