Empowering women with the resources to break free from Toxic Abusive Relationships and become shining STARs.

STARdom for women begins here!

The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) reports that 24 people every minute become victims of intimate partner violence in the United States. Toxic Abusive Relationships (TAR) leave women – four times more than men – with deep emotional and physical scars. Many remain silent due to fear of retaliation, shame, and the feeling that they won’t be believed.

Sadly, women are taught to endure emotional abuse as acceptable and a sign of strength. This untreated CPTSD (Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) significantly hinders women from seeking help for TAR. Treatment options are critical to stop this vicious cycle of silence.

Seeking support is a powerful step toward healing. Join STAR Network™ to transform scars into STARs (Survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships). Empower yourself, speak out, and break free from TAR with free and accessible resources from leading experts.

TAR Anon™ is an international fellowship dedicated to supporting STARs through shared experiences, strength, and hope. Our meetings offer a safe space for participants to share their challenges, and – we hope – their encouraging healing stories!

Apart from general meetings, TAR Anon will soon offer specialized women-only sessions, providing a tailored approach to recovery in a safe space to discuss their unique experiences, build self-love, and foster connections within a trauma-informed, neuro-safe, empowering program.

Subscribing to our meetings includes access to the STAR Network Newsletter, providing another meaningful connection to our community.

Hotlines and Emergency Services

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, or in potential danger of severe physical harm, please call 911 or your country’s emergency assistance number immediately.

In the US

911 - the official emergency number in the United States.

Worldwide

Find emergency assistance for your country here.

Healing resources for women

These affordable resources can help as you embark on your healing journey towards STARdom!

By The Institute for Relational Harm Reduction
In collaboration with The Institute for Relational Harm Reduction, we offer the Living Recovery Program© for recovery from narcissistic abuse. This 52-week program includes trauma-specific techniques, monthly group calls with Sandra L. Brown, M.A., and training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and mindfulness exercises. Participants will also be able to access a private Facebook support group.
By The Institute for Relational Harm Reduction
Sandra L. Brown, M.A., helps victims of psychopaths understand their vulnerabilities and provides tools to protect themselves from future harm. With over 20 years of counseling experience, Brown reveals the devastating impact of psychopathy on individuals and society, empowering readers to recognize signs and take steps to safeguard their lives from further damage.

Articles for women

Have you ever wondered why, despite all the love, effort, and sacrifices you put into a relationship, it still feels like you’re walking on eggshells, always questioning your worth, and wondering if you’re the problem?