Sexual Abuse
You deserve safety, and you can find help
If you have experienced sexual abuse, whether recently or long ago, please know that it was never your fault. The feelings you carry are valid, and you deserve compassion and support. Confidential help is available whenever you feel ready to reach out.
Need help right now?
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. These free, confidential lines are available 24/7:
Are you living with a hurt that feels hard to name?
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You Are Not Alone
Sexual abuse can leave lasting feelings of shame and isolation, but you are not alone and you are not to blame. Many survivors carry these experiences silently for years before reaching out. Compassionate advocates are ready to listen whenever you are ready, at your own pace.
Recognizing the Signs
The effects of sexual abuse can surface as anxiety, difficulty trusting, shame, flashbacks, or trouble feeling safe in relationships. These responses can appear long after the abuse itself. They are not weaknesses; they are the mind and body responding to real harm.
Get Help Right Now
If a child is in immediate danger, call 911. To speak confidentially with a trained advocate, call RAINN, the National Sexual Assault Hotline, at 1-800-656-4673, available 24/7. You can also text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line for support.
Healing Is Possible
It is never too late to seek support and begin healing from abuse. With trauma-informed care and trusted relationships, survivors can rebuild a sense of safety and self-worth. Moving from isolation toward in-person, compassionate support can help you reclaim your story.
Things You Can Try Today
- Remind yourself that the abuse was never your fault.
- Reach out to one safe, trusted person when you are ready.
- Consider a trauma-informed counselor for ongoing support.
- Save RAINN at 1-800-656-4673 for confidential help anytime.
Call RAINN at 1-800-656-4673 for help now
Our team is ready to listen, without judgment. Take one small step from isolation toward real, in-person support.