L.E.A.H.

December 3, 2025

L.E.A.H.’sPlace”–An Empowerment Platform for women recovering from Emotional Abuse and P.T.S.D

Rochelle D. Kilby | 2023

Abstract

Psychological abuse can leave long-term traumatic effects more than physical violence. Non-physical abuse events, such as put-downs and name-calling, are perceived to be of greater severity by abused women when compared to never abused women. Physical abuse is rated more similarly by abused and never abused women, especially the more physically damaging forms of abuse. Emotional abuse is the unseen silent killer! Female survivors of psychological abuse suffer real long-term physical health risks and may encounter physical symptoms, including headaches, gastrointestinal problems, and sexual dysfunction. In recent years, industry researchers have examined the distinction between emotional and psychological abuse and what society has more commonly known as domestic abuse or domestic violence.

L.E.A.H.’s Place provides a virtual platform that offers education, advocacy, and support for victims of emotional abuse and P.T.S.D. through a collaboration of dedicated professionals and volunteers in a safe environment. Our Mission is to provide support, empowerment, and hope to women and girls across all demographics who have experienced emotional abuse or traumatic events while providing them the tools to regain control of their lives. According to the American Psychological Association, 1 in 5 women will suffer emotional abuse and trauma.

The L.E.A.H. Project utilizes a four-tiered SERVICE approach: Self-Guided Assessments that identify the area of development designed for the maximum individualized developmental impact, self-guided individualized or group training, a matching referral process for coaching or counseling, and a resource network composed of a member community of like-minded women growing together, a recommended reading room comprised of some of the best print resources, a list of national providers and programs, and access to our blog and podcast.L.E.A.H.’s Place provides a haven where women from all walks of life can safely gather with the community’s support, addressing the systemic issues of emotional and psychological abuse and the long-term effects that can extend to P.T.S.D. when left ignored.

Keywords: Emotional abuse, trauma, empowerment, psychological, assessment, development, training, advocacy, victim, healing

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