Counseling psychology has a unique and important role to play in the reduction and elimination of interpersonal violence. This article provides a context for furthering preventative efforts within counseling psychology specifically aimed at ending and/or mitigating the effects of male violence against women. A brief discussion of social and cultural considerations in prevention is presented. Suggestions for involvement at five levels of prevention (stopping male violence from ever occurring; delaying the onset of abusive behavior; reducing the impact of men’s violence; strengthening knowledge, attitudes, and behavior promoting healthy relationships; and supporting institutional policies that promote healthy relationships) are provided. Future directions in training, funding, research, and employment for the counseling field are suggested.
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