We understand it can be hard to find the right kind of help and support. While the Trauma Survivors Network may not be the best fit for your experience, we hope that one of the organizations below can provide you with the resources and support you need.
Crisis Resources
Abuse, Violence, and Assault
National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)
A directory of organizations to support survivors of different types of abuse and violence.
https://www.nsvrc.org/organizations
Office of Violence Against Women
Offers a directory of resources for survivors of violence. https://www.justice.gov/ovw/resources-for-survivors
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 / TTY 1-800-787-3224 or the StrongHearts Native Helpline at 1−844-762-8483 (call or text) are available to assist you.
https://www.nrcdv.org
https://www.thehotline.org/search-our-resources/
RAINN
RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization and leading authority on sexual violence.
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800.656.HOPE (4673)
https://www.rainn.org/articles/adult-survivors-child-sexual-abuse
Hope Recovery
Hope Recovery’s support program offers survivors of abuse and sexual trauma a variety of free support groups, workshops, newsletters and publications to assist, educate and support the journey of healing. Related issues that survivors may experience include PTSD, dissociation, eating disorders, and relapse prevention for addictions.
http://www.hope4-recovery.org/
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (ASCA)
An international self-help support-group program. The program is designed specifically for adult survivors of physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse or neglect. https://www.ascasupport.org/
ACES Connection (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
ACEs Connection is a social network that supports communities to accelerate the global ACEs science movement, to recognize the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in shaping adult behavior and health, and to promote trauma-informed and resilience-building practices and policies in all communities and institutions — from schools to prisons to hospitals and churches — to help heal and to develop resilience instead of traumatizing already traumatized people.
ACEsTooHigh
ACESTooHigh is a news site that reports on research about adverse childhood experiences, including developments in epidemiology, neurobiology, and the biomedical and epigenetic consequences of toxic stress.
Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse
HAVOCA is run by survivors for adult survivors of child abuse.
Finding a Counselor or Local Supports
Good Therapy.org
Resources and articles to support individuals looking for a therapist specific to their needs and experiences. https://www.goodtherapy.org/explore-therapy.html
Psychology Today
Find a Support Group in your area: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups
Find a Therapist in your area: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Find Treatment.Gov
https://findtreatment.gov helps connect you with mental health and substance abuse treatment across the US
211-United Way
211 United Way is a referral service specific to your community. If you are looking for supports, groups, or resources in your local area, reach out to your local 211. https://www.unitedway.org/
Grief, Loss, and Bereavement Resources
The Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation
The EKR Foundation is a volunteer-based organization inspired by the life of psychiatrist, humanitarian, and hospice pioneer Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. The Foundation provides information and resources for people experiencing death or the loss of a loved one.
https://www.ekrfoundation.org/grief-support/collaborative-partners-and-resources/
Grief.com
Grief.com is dedicated to help everyone deal with the often unknown terrain that comes along with all kinds of grief.
HealGrief.org
HealGrief’s on-line programming is a platform which educates people about grief, bereavement and its process.
Mental Health Resources
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
NAMI’s network has more than 650 NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education to those in need related to a variety of mental health needs. https://www.nami.org/findsupport/
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
National Helpline:1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Mental Health America
leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. Resources and information for youth, parents, and adults. www.mentalhealthamerica.net
PTSD Resources
ADAA (Supports for Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD)
Offers free and anonymous online support communities for anxiety, depression, and PTSD. https://adaa.org/find-help/support
National Center for PTSD
The National Center for PTSD offers national resources for trauma survivors and families, which includes information about PTSD, resources such as the PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals.
Veteran Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)
Information voicemail: (802) 296-6300
National Institute of Mental Health
This website provides mental health education about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Information includes signs and symptoms of PTSD as well as professional treatment of PTSD. Call 1-866-615-6464 (toll-free) or visit http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml
Victims of Crime Resources
Victim Connect Resource Center
The VictimConnect Resource Center is a referral helpline where crime victims can learn about their rights and options confidentially and compassionately.
National Center for Victims of Crime
The National Center for Victims of Crimes 1. Advocates for Stronger Rights, Protections, and Services for Crime Victims, 2. Provides Education, Training, and Evaluation, and 3. Serves as a Trusted Source of Current Information on Victims’ Issues. This website helps survivors and families find local assistance, learn about crime and its effects, and browse resources to help victims of crime to rebuild their lives.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Human Trafficking is a crime in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in sex acts or labor services against his/her will. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of Human Trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888, Text 233733, or visit this website.