Resources for Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence

Immediate Help & Crisis Support

If you are in immediate danger or need urgent support, please reach out to these resources for help.

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • Phone: 1-800-799-7233 (available 24/7)
  • Website: The Hotline
  • Description: Confidential support for individuals experiencing domestic violence, including emotional and physical abuse.

2. National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)

  • Phone: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
  • Website: RAINN
  • Description: Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, including 24/7 access to a support counselor.

3. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

  • Phone: 1-800-273-8255 (now 988)
  • Website: 988 Lifeline
  • Description: A confidential, free 24/7 helpline for people in distress or crisis, including survivors of abuse.

4. LoveisRespect

  • Phone: 1-866-331-9474
  • Website: LoveisRespect
  • Description: Provides confidential resources for young adults experiencing domestic violence and abuse.

Legal Help & Advocacy

These resources provide legal advice, support, and advocacy for survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence.

5. ASISTA Immigration Assistance

  • Website: ASISTA
  • Description: Specializing in helping immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes access legal protections like VAWA and U visas.

6. Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)

  • Website: ILRC
  • Description: Provides legal resources, including guides for filing VAWA and U visa applications for survivors of abuse.

7. Legal Momentum

  • Website: Legal Momentum
  • Description: A nonprofit dedicated to advancing the rights of women and girls, with resources on legal protections for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse.

Mental Health Support & Therapy

Survivors of abuse can seek therapy and counseling to help with healing, trauma recovery, and emotional support.

8. Therapy & Support Groups

  • Psychology Today – Find a Therapist
    • Website: Psychology Today
    • Description: Search for therapists who specialize in trauma, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.

9. National Domestic Violence Hotline – Chat Services

  • Website: Chat with the Hotline
  • Description: If you are unable to speak over the phone, the National Domestic Violence Hotline also offers live chat services.

Support Services & Shelters

10. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)

  • Website: NCADV
  • Description: Provides national support, resources, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, as well as a directory of domestic violence shelters.

11. Domestic Violence Resource Center

  • Website: DVRC
  • Description: Offers resources and connections to shelters, legal aid, and financial assistance for survivors.

12. Safe Horizon

  • Website: Safe Horizon
  • Description: Provides support services for survivors of abuse, including domestic violence and sexual assault.