The problem of psychological violence in intimate and family relationships remains one of the most pressing issues in modern society and is associated with a high risk of developing anxiety, depressive, and post-traumatic stress disorders. The aim of this study is to identify the emotional characteristics of women who have experienced psychological abuse, to analyze international psychocorrectional programs, and to explore the potential of the Self-Coping Method, developed by Professor M. A. Assimov and tested in various psychoclinical and social contexts.
A systematic review of publications in PubMed, PsycINFO, and Scopus databases was conducted using the following keywords: psychological abuse, emotional regulation programs, trauma interventions, coping, IPV survivors. The review included international evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches used in working with the consequences of psychological abuse, including CBT and TF-CBT, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness-based programs (MBSR/MBCT), integrative models such as Seeking Safety, as well as group and expressive methods (art therapy, psychodrama, and body-oriented practices). These programs have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms, as well as in enhancing emotional resilience and developing adaptive coping strategies.
The Self-Coping Method, based on experiencing emotional states through the “feeling–sensation–image” cycle, shows high potential for emotional state correction among women who have experienced psychological violence. The analysis confirms its potential as an effective, culturally adapted tool for psychocorrection. The method can be integrated into both in-person and online psychocorrectional programs, as well as applied in preventive and educational projects. Further research should focus on assessing the long-term effectiveness of the method, expanding sample sizes, and developing standardized implementation protocols, which will make it possible to create comprehensive programs for restoring emotional well-being and strengthening self-regulation skills.
