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A person with long hair fishing by a body of water during sunset or sunrise.

Therapy and counselling support.

How we support you.

Support to help you understand, process, and move forward.

We offer specialist, trauma-informed therapy for people affected by sexual violence and abuse. Support is available for children, young people, and adults, and is tailored to your individual needs.

"I have learned to feel safe and secure within myself."

-Anonymous, shared with consent.

We provide a range of therapeutic support options, including:

  • One-to-one counselling

  • Pre-therapy and preparation support (Welcome sessions)

  • Group-based programmes (Thrive)

  • Short-term crisis counselling (where appropriate)

We will work with you to find the type of support that feels right for you.

What we offer.

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Who it’s for.

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Children and young people (5-17).

We provide specialist counselling using age-appropriate approaches including; play, creative therapies, talking therapy and EMDR.

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Adults (18+).

Therapy is available for all genders aged 13 and over who have been affected by sexual violence or abuse at any point in their lives.

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  • You will not be expected to share more than you are ready to

  • Support is guided by your needs and pace

  • You will be offered options, not a fixed pathway

  • Your confidentiality and safety are always prioritised

How therapy works.

what to expect

Practical information.

  • Sessions are available in person and online

  • Interpreters can be arranged if needed (funding permitted)

  • There may be a waiting period for counselling

Types of support.

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  • A safe, confidential space to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.

    You will never be pressured to talk about anything you are not ready to share.

  • If there is a waiting period, we offer support to help you feel more prepared.

    This may include:

    • understanding trauma responses

    • learning coping strategies

    • building emotional readiness

  • Structured group programmes focused on wellbeing, coping strategies, and understanding trauma.

    You will not be expected to share personal experiences in a group setting.

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Professional standards.

CRASAC is an accredited organisational member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follows its ethical framework.

Get in touch

If you are ready to talk, or just want to ask a question, you can contact us for confidential support.

We are here to listen, without pressure or judgement.

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