Domestic Violence Treatment
Batterers Intervention Programming (BIP)
RJ Counseling offers court-ordered domestic violence treatment for individuals who have been charged with domestic violence. We serve the perpetrator population through weekly groups that provide clients with psychoeducational materials that focus on understanding domestic violence, effects abuse can have on the victim/family, emotional regulation strategies, anger management, and behaviors that can promote abuse in relationships.
Do I have to be charged or convicted with domestic violence to attend these groups?
These groups are formatted to serve those who have been convicted with domestic violence or who have been court/probation referred to groups. If you feel you would benefit from domestic violence intervention coursework, our clinical team can integrate domestic violence treatment into your treatment plan if deemed appropriate at consultation. Please call us to find out more information.
Does this program comply with state laws regarding mandatory domestic violence treatment?
Yes, our BIP program is in active compliance with California state law (California Penal Code 1203.097(c)(1) PC) and is audited for quality assurance through the county of El Dorado Probation Department. Clients that are required to complete treatment from courts outside of California can also complete their required sessions with us, be sure to let your referring court/legal representation know that you are planning to enroll with a program in California to assure that their state requirements are also met through your participation. RJ Counseling staff is also available to collaborate with your legal representation or referring court if necessary.
How long is treatment?
The state of California generally orders Batterers Intervention Programming classes for a 52 week commitment. Check your court order for specific information on your case.
What does enrollment consist of?
This treatment program begins with an intake that assesses the potential clients current domestic violence behaviors using a Domestic Violence Inventory (DVI), biopsychosocial interview, review of court order/referral, sliding scale forms, and review of the expectations of the course. California state law requires all clients enrollment to include initial information about domestic violence/types of abuse, reporting enrollment to the victim listed on the case, confidentiality agreements, and updates to the referring court/probation department. Initial intake sessions usually take about two hours.
When can I enroll?
Our group curriculum is designed to support rolling admission to the program, call our office to set an intake appointment.
Do you also serve victims of domestic violence?
RJ Counseling does not serve the victims of domestic violence through the Batterers Intervention Program.
If you have experienced domestic violence there is help:
1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Residents of South Lake Tahoe that have been victims of domestic violence can find support through our local domestic violence support agency, Live Violence Free.
Do you allow couples to participate?
We are unable to provide domestic violence couples counseling per California state law. We can only offer referral support and education regarding our program. Please seek clinical support outside of our agency for support.
Our primary referral organization in South Lake Tahoe for Marriage Family Therapy or Couples Counseling is A Balanced Life, please see their website link below.