District: Hemelingen

Intervention and counselling center for perpetrator work in cases of domestic violence.

The program offered by hoppenbank eV is aimed at men and women who have perpetrated psychological, physical, sexual, or digital violence and are willing to take responsibility for their actions. In a safe and supportive environment, participants work together with experienced professionals to understand the origins of violence and how conflicts can be resolved peacefully in the future. The goal is a future free from violence and safe, respectful relationships. Participation requires an initial personal consultation and a willingness to honestly examine one's own behavior. The program is also available to incarcerated individuals: the initial consultation can also take place at the Bremen (Oslebshausen) correctional facility. The work is based on the standards of the Federal Association for Perpetrator Work in Domestic Violence.

Offers

  • Initial consultation: Getting to know each other and clarifying participation, also possible at the Bremen prison
  • Violence reflection course: outpatient and lasting several months, in individual or group settings
    • Confronting one's own violent behavior
    • Recognizing the dynamics of domestic violence
    • Dealing with emotions such as anger, fear, or helplessness
    • Development of nonviolent communication and conflict resolution strategies
  • Final discussion: Review and future planning

Telephone consultation hours:
Mon 10am – 2pm, Wed 3pm – 5pm, Fri 12pm – 3pm