How does someone become passionate about assisting both victims and perpetrators of domestic violence? Hear all about it first-hand from Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Lise Perreault-Streeter. Listen as Lise talks about facilitating support groups for male abusers and what she has learned from them. She also takes us through some warning signs and stages of domestic violence and how victims often require great courage to leave such a frightening situation.
Lise openly recounts some of her specialized training and experience in a neurotherapy called Eye Movement Integration that is gaining popularity in treating patients affected by Trauma. She informs us on both the benefits and risks of using this treatment that is showing so much promise in reducing the burden of traumatic baggage.
Be prepared to be amazed as Lise and Debbie share their thoughts on the vast array of areas that the Canadian Red Cross is involved with. Lise’s current job as the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Specialist for Saskatchewan for the Red Cross is something that she finds both rewarding and interesting. Lise and Debbie discuss their current roles in providing psychosocial support and educate the listeners on the numerous ways the Red Cross aids Canadians.
Listing ways to nurture our own mental health as we grow older, Lise not only shares her own story, but enlightens us on the importance of maintaining good practices to enhance our emotional wellbeing.
You will definitely come away with new knowledge, a greater understanding of domestic violence and a new appreciation for the Canadian Red Cross after listening to Lise’s conversation.
