DAP is one of Minnesota’s only providers of abuse therapy for all members of the family: victim survivors, child witnesses, and those with a history of violence.
Healing happens here.
At Domestic Abuse Project (DAP), we’re working hard to end the cycle of violence and build safer communities for all. Last year alone, we delivered over 13,500 mental health and supportive services to children and adults impacted by violence, from life-changing trauma therapy, to preventive programming, to assistance with safety plans, basic needs, and more.
Without early intervention like ours, a child exposed to abuse is 10 times more likely to abuse a partner in adulthood, or 6 times more likely to be abused, as a child who grows up in safety. And the cycle doesn’t merely repeat, it can expand - putting whole communities at risk.
Healing happens right here, at the DAP Care Center, where the evidence-based programming we've developed over 47 years has the power to save and transform lives.
But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s Armani’s story…
With our wrap-around model of care, DAP is uniquely equipped to heal families and build communities free from violence, but we do need support - now more than ever. If you can contribute, please donate now.
DAP programs and services
Victim Survivor therapy
This program works with adult survivors of domestic violence, helping them heal from abuse. Our therapists address mental health issues that result from experiencing abuse, which often include PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, sleep disturbances, and emotional detachment.
Intervention/Prevention therapy
DAP’s Intervention and Prevention programs serve individuals that use abusive behavior with group and individual therapy. Participants attend psycho-education and therapeutic process sessions, working with our clinicians to develop the tools to be nonviolent in their relationships.
Youth therapy programs
We offer early childhood therapy, individual therapy, group therapy, and caregiver support services for youth who have experienced or witnessed abuse in their homes. The goal of DAP’s Youth programs is to strengthen self-esteem, heal trauma, and break the cycle of violence.
Advocacy
Our free legal advocacy service helps participants navigate the complicated legal and social service systems during times of crises, in order for victims and survivors to find safety.
Case Management
In our case management service, our goal is to reduce the barriers to long-term stability, such as: employment, housing, access to basic needs and childcare.
First Call
The first step to access DAP’s programs and services is our First Call line, where staff can help you learn more about what we offer and register over the phone.
Call (612) 383-2343 or learn more here.