Healing Resources
Healing Resources
Support Belongs Within Reach
Healing is not linear, and no one should have to earn compassion. Whether the harm occurred recently or years ago, survivors and their loved ones can choose the next step that feels right for them.
If There Is Immediate Danger
Call 911 or local emergency services. If you need immediate emotional support in the U.S., call or text 988 or use the 988 Lifeline chat.
Start with Trusted Support
Confidential Help and Local Connections
The following independent services can help survivors and people supporting them find compassionate, informed next steps.
- RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline24/7 confidential support: 800.656.HOPE (4673), chat, or text HOPE to 64673.
- Childhelp National Child Abuse HotlineSupport for children and adults concerned about abuse: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453).
- 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall, text, or chat 988 for free, confidential crisis support in the United States.
- National Domestic Violence HotlineSafety planning and support for relationship abuse and coercive control.
Care That Respects Your Pace
You Get to Choose Your Next Step
A trusted advocate, trauma-informed therapist, support group, medical provider, or faith leader may each be part of a survivor’s support network. No resource listed here can make choices for you; its role is to help you understand your options.
For Survivors
You deserve support whether or not you ever make a report, confront an abuser, or share every detail of your experience.
For Loved Ones
Start by listening, believing, and asking what kind of support would be helpful instead of taking control of the person’s choices.
For Veterans and Service Members
Service-related and civilian supports can be part of healing. The 988 Lifeline offers a Veterans Crisis Line option by calling 988 and pressing 1.