Anxiety After Family Violence and Relationship Strain

“My brother physically and brutally assaulted my boyfriend, which has left me devastated and torn between my family and my relationship. My boyfriend has pressed charges, and my brother is now facing serious legal consequences. Because of this, my boyfriend’s family dislikes me, and my own relationship feels damaged—he’s questioning how we move forward. We built a life together and live with each other, which makes this even more painful and complicated. Now, my boyfriend says he needs space and time to reflect because he doesn’t know how to process everything either. I feel heartbroken, anxious, and lost, not knowing how to cope with the betrayal from my brother, the tension with both families, and the uncertainty in my relationship. I need advice on how to process this trauma, manage my anxiety, and find a healthy way forward for myself, regardless of what happens with my relationship.”