Specialist help is available from agencies in Devon and nationally, providing an abuser truly wants to change their behaviour.

An abuser seeking help can be the first step to stopping abuse. Anyone can access services directly or can be referred bya local GP.

If an abuser is truly wishing to change their behaviour - they may want to visit the Perpetrator section of this website for more information.

For more information, see below:

Who can the abuser talk to?

There are a number of helplines, support projects and group programmes for abusers. Details of these can be found within our Perpetrators section.

If the abuser chooses to attend a group programme or certain types of counselling, a worker from that service may try and make contact with you to offer you support.

What help is available for the abuser's children?

The same help available for a victim's child is available for an abuser's child - as they are both affected by domestic abuse. See our separate section on children affected by domestic abuse.