NORM THERAPY®

GETTING TO THE TRUTH ONE PERSON AT A TIME! ©

Norm Therapy® engages victims in a comprehensive journey, helping them recognize their abusive situations, assess their personal strengths and vulnerabilities, and offers practical strategies for a deeper understanding of their abuse. This approach also aids in preparing for therapeutic interventions and, if necessary, the extraction from abusive environments. Crucially, it involves a critical, decisive effort from the victim as a vital part of the healing process.

Norm Therapy® takes the victim through an elaborate process of identifying their abusive circumstance(s), their strengths, their weaknesses and provides workable solutions towards preparing the victims for a more formalized understanding of their abuse(s), therapies and possible extraction from their abuse. Further, this process requires a “Last ditch effort response” on behalf of the victim.

Norm Therapy® assists victims and survivors in recognizing the reality of their experiences, shifting focus from defending against unfounded allegations to understanding actual events.

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Norm Therapy® intake specialist (NTIS) FAQs

If you are interested in the NTIS Program, please read

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What is Norm Therapy®?

Norm Therapy® helps Abuse Victims and Survivors (V/S) recall the origins of how events occurred in life, so they don't have to defend the things that necessarily didn't. The Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist takes the V/S through an elaborate process of identifying their abusive circumstances, offering hand ups to V/S who are willing to first and foremost help themselves, further guiding them through a process to gain clarity on their pasts, and prepare them for other counseling and therapies, so they can move forward from their woes and tortures. Norm Therapy® is a fact-finding mission of the truth so by the time they are ready for professional therapy, it will be based on the truth and solid footing.

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The Abuse Care Industry

Abuse Refuge Org is an emerging leader within the Abuse Care Industry.

Basically, we sell hope!

Norm Therapy™ is infiltrating the marketplace and growing exponentially through focused efforts on training Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist and fundraising to be able to reach the vast number of abuse Victims & Survivors. Abuse Refuge Org and Norm Therapy® are gaining traction worldwide.

Nothing else like it exists.

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Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Qualifications?

What qualifications are required to become a NTIS Candidate?
Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates are required to be

- at least 21 & 1/2 years of age,
- an active volunteer with Abuse Refuge Org
- complete a rigorous interview process
- have a professional proficiency in English
- be familiar with abuse as being global

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What Kind of Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Character is Needed?

Eclectic prior experiences makes a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate most likely to succeed as an excellent Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist.

Certain prior experiences may make a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate more likely to become an excellent NTIS with training, however, it is only part of the consideration that goes into deciding whether an applicant is accepted into NTIS Training. NTIS Candidates with prior experience surrounding abuse, may be more likely to excel as a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist, although it is not necessary for a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate to have had any specific experiences prior to Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training.

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Time Commitment After Completion of the Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Graduation?

Participation as a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist is entirely voluntary, even after completion of Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training, as your role as a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist is a not-paid position. After graduation from NTIS Training, it is recommended that you have at least 5 to 10 hours per week to commit to your role as a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist. More time may be asked of you if you are interested in becoming a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Instructor (If Selected) for future Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate Cohorts.

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Process Time & Expectations of Cohort Start Date?

What should I expect the process to look like from the time that I apply to be a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate to the time I would potentially be starting training?

After your application is received, it will be reviewed by Co-Founder and Norm Therapy® Creator, Michael Gibson. If it is determined that you could be a good fit as Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate, an interview will be scheduled. After your interview, it will be determined if you are selected to participate in Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training. Depending on when you apply and when your interview takes place, you could be eligible to start training in as few as a couple of days or up to three months (Depending on the Cohort Start Date) after your initial interview.

If more than one year has passed since you have submitted your application and either you were not asked to interview, were asked to interview and were not selected to become a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate, or you interviewed and were selected to become a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate, but for some other reason could not participate at the time, please resubmit a new application. An additional interview will need to take place at that time if one year or more has passed, regardless of whether or not you were selected to participate in training prior.

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Is Recruitment of Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates an Ongoing Exercise?

Yes! Regardless of whether we are in the middle of training a cohort, we are recruiting Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates on an ongoing basis, and will consider new applicants for whatever the next cohort estimated start or another start date in the future if a certain time frame works better for the applicant, as well as if all the Candidate spots have been filled.

Free Advice:

Don't procrastinate because we are getting quite busy. Our numbers are growing exponentially.

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What Qualities & Attributes are Needed To Become A Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist?

Certain character qualities may make a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate more likely to become an excellent candidate during training, however, it is also important to consider that distinctive character qualities of an individual may work best when interviewing various Victims and Survivors. Having Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates with a variety of personality types, experiences, educational backgrounds will make it more likely that the Victim or Survivor will find a Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist that they are able to connect with and open up to most naturally, making the experience for the Victim or Survivor one that is more likely to result in an abundance of clarity gained. Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates should be confirmed as hard-working, dependable, articulate, adjustable, compassionate truth-tellers by their peers, colleagues, and themselves. Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates should place high value on compassion, empathy, expertise, confidentiality, integrity, enlightenment, courage, and loyalty.

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Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Disqualifying Factors?

Non disclosure of felonies, related licensures, false information, conflicts of interest, lack of industry acumen, lying, deceit, etc. The Norm Therapy® Department Management will be the determining arbiter.

Please note that felonies are not solely disqualifying on their own. The nature, degree of violent behavior and the overall extent of the felony will be the determining factors as well. While having a criminal record does not eliminate candidates however, lying about or trying to hide a felonious background will end in termination.

ARO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Volunteer Organization.

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What is Involved in Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training?

Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training will take place over a 60-day period coupled with a 90-day Probationary Period. It will include a combination of instructional lectures, candidate participation, and practical application of the different skills and interviewing techniques that the Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidate will learn throughout training.

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What Does the Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Curriculum Cover?

Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training Curriculum is currently broken down into 12 different modules that cover a myriad of topics including the scope of practice of the Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist, interviewing techniques and strategies, destressing the V/S, identifying lies, and practical application. Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training will constantly be evolving and improved upon as we gain more information on the effectiveness of Norm Therapy® and Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training.

What is the time commitment required to participate in Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training?

Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Candidates should be able to commit at a minimum to be available for all training sessions. Additional time will be required during training to include

- Candidate, Instructor, and Course Evaluations;
- Potential rescheduling for interviews if your acting V/S does not show up for scheduled practical application sessions; and
- Additional training, on an as needed basis.

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How do I Apply For Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training?

READ THE ENTIRE PAGE BEFORE COMPLETING YOUR NORM THERAPY® INTAKE SPECIALIST APPLICATION!!!

Please CLICK the link below and complete the "NORM THERAPY® INTAKE SPECIALIST ONLINE APPLICATION" section, of this page, to apply to attend the Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training Cohort.

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How Often Do ARO Conduct Training for New Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Cohorts?

Training periods are 60 days of classroom instruction and a mandatory 90-day Probationary Period, and we have a 2-week break between training cohorts. In 2023-2024, we plan to have a minimum of 4-5 cohorts complete Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Training, which will expand over the ensuing future.

Also, as the number of Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Instructors increases, Norm Therapy® Training will be conducted on different continents and in multiple iterations to comprehensively service the warranted NTIS Candidates and Cohorts around the globe. Class Dates are named after the "proposed graduation date", i.e. "Norm Therapy® Intake Specialist Class Mar 20XX" which started Jan 00 20XX.

Norm Therapy® Disclaimer

Norm Therapy® does not provide mental health treatment and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship, which will only be established and assigned after a complete initial consult at ARO, completion of the Norm Therapy® and a signed consent upon completion of the aforementioned. We are not licensed Clinical Social Workers. We do not provide diagnosis via our website nor anywhere else within the ARO or Norm Therapy® Communities. The information provided on our site is not a replacement for a therapeutic relationship in psychotherapy or the coaching relationship. The information we provide, in any forum, website or interview, does not replace medical advice. We are not a Medical Provider (Physician, Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, etc.). You agree and acknowledge that we are not providing health care, medical or nutritional therapy services, or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental or emotional issue, disease or condition. The information provided in or through ARO’s interviews or website pertaining to your health or wellness, exercise, relationships, business/career choices, finances, or any other aspect of your life’s not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. You agree and acknowledge that ARO, any of its staff, nor Norm Therapy® are not providing medical advice, mental health advice, or religious advice in any way whatsoever.

NOTE: Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific health or any medications, herbs or supplements you are currently taking and before implementing any recommendations or suggestions from our website or through interviews and discussions. Do not disregard medical advice or delay seeking medical advice because of information you have read on our website or heard from any of our staff. Do not start or stop taking any medications without speaking to your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. If you have or suspect that you have a medical or mental health problem, contact your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider promptly. The information contained on our website has never been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.