Get help

If you have experienced sexual violence and you are interested in using our services or attending one of our groups, please fill out a referral form (below) or find out more here.

Make a referral

I need support

I am supporting a friend or family member

I am a professional referring someone

What happens next…

After completing the form, you will receive a phone call from a member of The Welcome Team to arrange an appointment to explore your support needs.

The Welcome team is made up of highly trained, knowledgeable, and compassionate professionals, who listen, hear, and believe you. They offer emotional and practical support, and signposting, and will ensure to link you in with appropriate SN services.

You may be looking for support for something that has happened historically, or more recently. You can contact us at any stage of your journey.

If at any point in this process, you decide that you’re not ready to access our services, that’s okay too. You’re welcome to get back in touch whenever feels right for you.

(Please note that our waiting list for therapy is currently closed. You can find out more here and if you are interested in accessing therapy via other services, consider these options).

Please note that we offer our services within Sussex only and which services you can access depends on your location within the county. If you need to find your local rape crisis centre please click here.

Our services include:

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Helpline & Email Service

Would you like to talk to someone who understands? We are here to listen to, believe and support you.

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Counselling Service

A safe space for you to explore your experiences and receive therapeutic support.

ISVA Service

If you’ve experienced sexual violence and are thinking about contacting the police, we offer practical support on a range of issues.

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Workshops & Groupwork

We run a range of workshops for survivors, partners and the wider community on a range of topics. Find out what we have coming up.

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Children & Young People

We offer specialist services for children and young people of any gender, including counselling, advocacy and group work.

Advice and information

We have a library of resources for survivors and their supporters, including a self help guide.

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Holistic Therapies Service

Holistic therapies and practices aim to support your whole self, including your body, mind and spirit.