Court-Ordered · Trauma-Informed · Faith-Based · Evidence-Based

Trauma-Informed Domestic Violence Education

A Christ-centered educational program facilitated by a licensed behavioral health professional for individuals seeking to understand abusive patterns, build emotional regulation skills, and pursue lasting relational healing rooted in truth, accountability, and grace. Certificate of completion provided.

10 Modules
~10 Hours Total
Self-Paced Access
Certificate of Completion
$197
One-time payment · Lifetime access
10 in-depth modules with psychoeducational content
Module quizzes to reinforce learning
Grounding and emotional regulation exercises
Faith-based integration — scripture, prayer, reflection
Certificate of completion provided
Lifetime access — learn at your own pace
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Not a replacement for therapy or legal counsel.
Important: This course is psychoeducational in nature and is not a substitute for mental health therapy, legal advice, or a safety plan. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or the National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.

Education as a Path to Change

Understanding domestic violence — what it is, why it happens, and how to interrupt it — is the foundation of lasting change. This program addresses the cycle at its root: beliefs, behaviors, and patterns that can be transformed through knowledge, accountability, and faith.

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Psychoeducational Foundation
Grounded in trauma science and clinical research — with curriculum aligned with evidence-based principles on the dynamics of domestic violence and abusive behavior patterns.
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Christ-Centered Approach
Scripture, prayer, and biblical principles of accountability, humility, and restoration are woven throughout every module.
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Safety-Focused Outcomes
Every module builds toward one goal: relational safety. Emotional regulation, healthy communication, and accountability are taught as protective practices.

10 Modules · ~10 Hours

Each module integrates psychoeducational content, biblical truth, reflection exercises, and a graded quiz to reinforce learning. Court-ordered certificate of completion issued upon finishing all modules and passing all quizzes.

Module 1
Understanding Domestic Violence and Power & Control
Defining domestic violence across its forms — physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, financial. The power and control wheel and how coercive control operates in relationships.
60 min
Module 2
Trauma Responses and the Nervous System
How trauma affects the nervous system and behavior. Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses. Why victims stay — the trauma bond, learned helplessness, and coercive control.
60 min
Module 3
The Cycle of Violence and Patterns of Abuse
The tension-building, explosion, and honeymoon cycle. Recognizing patterns of abuse and understanding why cycles repeat. Trauma-informed safety planning.
65 min
Module 4
Children Exposed to Domestic Violence
How children are affected by witnessing DV. Trauma responses in children, protective factors, and trauma-informed parenting after abuse exposure.
65 min
Module 5
Building Safety and Developing a Safety Plan
Practical safety planning for survivors. Identifying warning signs, safe exit strategies, digital safety, and accessing community resources and crisis services.
60 min
Module 6
Healing from Trauma — Self-Regulation and Recovery
Trauma recovery tools: grounding techniques, emotional regulation, self-compassion, and the role of faith in healing from domestic violence.
65 min
Module 7
Healthy Communication and Conflict Resolution
Building communication skills that create emotional safety. Active listening, emotional validation, assertive communication, boundary-respecting dialogue, and repair after conflict.
65 min
Module 8
Boundaries and Healthy Relationship Standards
Identifying, setting, and maintaining healthy boundaries. Understanding what respect and emotional safety look like in healthy relationships. Distinguishing love from control.
60 min
Module 9
Relational Integrity and Accountability
What relational integrity requires: honesty, consistency, accountability, empathy, and respect. Recognizing red flags and green flags in new relationships post-abuse.
60 min
Module 10
Moving Forward — Restoration and Course Completion
Faith-based principles for restoration, sustaining growth, community support, and personal action planning. Final reflection and certificate of completion.
45 min
"Let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath — for the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God."
— James 1:19–20

Dr. Donetta Quinones, PhD

Dr. Donetta Quinones
Dr. Donetta Quinones, PhD
LPC · LMHC · Forensic Psychology · Certified Human Behavior Consultant

Dr. Quinones brings over 20 years of clinical experience spanning forensic settings, rehab centers, private practice, and faith communities. A Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) trained in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, she is the author of 30+ published works integrating trauma science, evidence-based practice, and biblical truth. She holds dual state licensure and specializes in trauma-informed care across high-risk populations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the course? +
Ten in-depth modules with psychoeducational content, interactive grounding exercises, module quizzes, reflection prompts, faith-based integration, and a court-ordered Certificate of Completion. All content is accessible immediately upon enrollment. Minimum 60 minutes of active time per module is required for court-ordered compliance.
Is this course a substitute for therapy? +
No. This is an educational program, not mental health treatment. It does not create a therapeutic relationship and is not a substitute for individual therapy, safety planning, or crisis intervention. If you are currently in a dangerous situation, please contact the National DV Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
Who is this course designed for? +
This course is appropriate for individuals who have engaged in controlling or abusive behaviors and are seeking to understand and change those patterns, individuals who have experienced domestic violence and want to understand the dynamics, clinicians seeking psychoeducational resources, and anyone seeking a faith-based framework for relational healing.
How long do I have access? +
Lifetime access. Once enrolled, you can return to any module at any time. There are no expiration dates or time limits.
How do I access the course after enrolling? +
After completing payment, you'll receive a confirmation email with login instructions. Access your course anytime at graceroot.institute/dashboard. You can track your progress, complete quizzes, and download your certificate directly from the dashboard.
What is the refund policy? +
Please contact us at support@graceroot.institute within 7 days of purchase if you have concerns. We handle refund requests on a case-by-case basis.
Is this course accepted by courts or legal programs? +
Yes. This is a structured, court-ordered psychoeducational program facilitated by a licensed behavioral health professional (LPC, LMHC). A court-ordered Certificate of Completion is issued upon finishing all 10 modules and passing all quizzes, including total program hours and completion dates. Participants can send certificates directly to attorneys, probation officers, and case managers from their dashboard. Please consult with your supervising authority to confirm specific requirements for your jurisdiction.
Is my progress and information kept private? +
Yes. Your course progress, quiz results, and reflection responses are private. Reflection exercises are stored securely to your account and are never shared. GraceRoot does not disclose individual student information to courts, employers, or third parties without your explicit consent or a valid legal requirement.

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Healing is possible. Accountability leads to freedom. This course is a step toward both.

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