Study data came from questionnaires completed by staff of 44 programs which provide educational and counseling services for batterers. Although counseling for abusive men is an evolving field, the main model being used is based on the social learning theory of aggression. The programs all aim to eliminate woman battering. Most try to educate the men about battering and anger control. Over 60 percent of the programs use group counseling either by itself or in conjunction with other counseling. However, 25 percent rely on individual and couples counseling. The three general categories of programs for violent men are programs focusing solely on batterers, programs which are part of community social service agencies, and specialized treatment for abusers developed by battered women's programs. Just over half of the programs have a hotline. One of the main reasons men seek help from these programs is fear of losing their partner. Many came to the programs as a result of court referrals. Most programs do some community outreach and education, although the amount varies widely. The programs receive funding from a variety of sources. The greatest problem perceived by the programs is the lack of motivation and commitment among the men. Most programs identified expansion of services as their greatest need. Family service agencies, community mental health centers, battered women's shelters, and outpatient psychiatric clinics all need to increase their efforts to provide programs for violent men. Twenty-one references are listed.