Psychotherapy for women experiencing intimate partner violence: A systematic review

Intimate partner violence is a public health issue that negatively affects women's mental health.Due to the complexity of this phenomenon, psychological care for survivors must consider the specific demands they face and bring to therapy.In this context, this systematic review aimed to map the existing literature on psychotherapy for women experiencing IPV (intimate partner violence), following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.We searched the literature in Web of Science, PsycINFO, PubMed, LILACS, and SciELO, focusing on articles published over the past five years.We retrieved 133 articles and selected 17 based on inclusion and exclusion criteria.The findings revealed a range of available interventions.Most studies focused on pre-and post-test comparisons; however, few explored the psychotherapy process or the meaningful elements in fostering change.This review contributes to scientific and social awareness regarding the need for psychological support for women experiencing intimate partner violence.