Self Help Clearinghouse
Sexual Abuse / Incest / Rape
This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any group. It is the responsibility of the reader to decide whether a group is appropriate for his/her needs. For evidence-based information on diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatment and wellness issues, continue searching this site. S.A.R.A. (Sexual Assault Recovery Anonymous) Society
National. 20 groups. Founded 1983. Education and self-help for adults and teens who were sexually abused as children. Group development guidelines and assistance provided for starting groups. Literature for recovery and prevention available. Newsletter. Dues $10/yr.
Write:
SARA Society
P.O. Box 16
Surrey BC V3T 4W4, CANADA
Voice: 604-584-2626
Fax: 604-584-2636
Website: http://www.sarasociety.ca
E-mail: sarasociety@telus.net
Verified: 10/13/2006Survivors of Incest Anonymous
International. 300 groups. Founded 1982. 12-step program for men and women, 18 yrs. or older, who have been victims of child sexual abuse, are not abusing any child and want to be survivors. Newsletter $15/yr, literature $30/13 pieces. Offers assistance in starting groups, volunteer information, referral line and speakers bureau. Send self-addressed stamped envelope when writing (include a donation if possible).
Write:
Survivors of Incest Anonymous
P.O. Box 190
Benson, MD 21018-9998
Voice: 410-893-3322
Website: http://www.siawso.org
E-mail: feedback@siawso.org
Verified: 10/24/2006Incest Survivors Anonymous (I.S.A.)
International. Founded 1980. Uses 12-step/12-traditions, principles and tools of recovery. Fellowship of men, women and teens who meet to share their experience, strength and hope so that they may recover from their incest experiences and break free to freedom and a new peace of mind. Offers several packets of information, pen pals, I.S.A. Email Family Letter and cassettes. Not open to initiators, pedophiles, or satanists. Provides assistance in starting I.S.A. groups. When writing send a self-addressed stamped envelope (2 stamps).
Write:
Incest Survivors Anonymous
P.O. Box 17245
Long Beach, CA 90807-7245
Voice: 562-428-5599
Website: http://www.lafn.org/medical/isa
E-mail: isa@lafn.org
Verified: 10/10/2006Incest Resources, Inc.
Resource. Founded 1980. (Support groups in Boston, MA area) Provides educational and resource materials for female and male survivors of childhood sexual abuse, and the professionals who work with them. International listing of survivor self-help groups, manual for starting survivor self-help group and many other resources. For complete information send self-addressed envelope with two 1st class stamps.
Write:
Incest Resources, Inc.
Cambridge Womens Center
46 Pleasant St.
Cambridge, MA 02139
Website: http://www.incestresourcesinc.org
Verified: 10/24/2006The Healing Alliance
Resource. Founded 1991. Information for recovery and healing for survivors of sexual abuse, specializing in clergy sexual abuse. Offers workshops to organizations and the public on healing and prevention.
Write:
The Healing Alliance
P.O. Box 429
Pewee Valley, KY 40056
Voice: 502-241-5544
Fax: 502-241-0031
Website: http://www.healingall.org
E-mail: info@healingall.org
Verified: 11/06/2006Survivor Connections, Inc.
National network. Founded 1993. Grassroots activist organization for non-offending survivors of sexual assault by family, ritual, youth leaders, counselors, doctors, clergy, etc. Online newsletter, referrals. Website coordinators for 'To Tell The Truth' events run by other organizations, groups or individuals. Maintains confidential database of reported perpetrators.
Write:
Survivor Connections
c/o Frank Fitzpatrick
52 Lyndon Rd.
Cranston, RI 02905
Voice: 401-941-2548
Website: http://www.members.cox.net/totellthetruth or http://www.members.cox.net/survivorconnections
E-mail: survivorconnections@cox.net
Verified: 10/12/2006Male Survivor: National Organization Against Male Sexual Victimization
National. Founded 1995. Information and referrals for male survivors of sexual assault and the professionals working with them. Conference every two years. Referrals to local resources. Newsletter. Periodic regional retreats offered. Online bulletin board and chat room.
Write:
National Organization Against Male Sexual Victimization
PMB 103
5505 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20015-2601
Voice: 1-800-738-4181
Website: http://www.malesurvivor.org
Verified: 11/03/2006SESAME(Stop Educator Sexual Abuse, Misconduct and Exploitation
National network. Founded 1993. Support network for victims, their families, academia and professionals who have been impacted by, or work with cases of, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation or harassment by teachers or other school staff. Aims to raise public awareness by providing information and referrals, e-mail/phone support, literature, advocacy, newsletter.
Write:
SESAME, Inc.
P.O. Box 94601
Las Vegas, NV 89193-4601
Voice: 702-371-1290
Website: http://www.sesamenet.org
E-mail: Babe4justice@aol.com
Verified: 10/09/2006Adult Survivors of Child Abuse
International. 11 affiliated groups. Founded 1991. Mutual support for adult survivors of physical, sexual, and/or emotional child abuse or neglect. Encourages victims to become survivors, then thrivers. Online support group meetings, monthly newsletter, group starter manuals, and general information. Offers assistance in starting groups.
Write:
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse
P.O. Box 14477
San Francisco, CA 94114
Voice: 415-928-4576
Website: http://www.ascasupport.org
E-mail: ascaoutreach@yahoo.com
Verified: 10/09/2006Molesters Anonymous
Model. Founded 1985. Provides support with anonymity and confidentiality for men who molest children. Use of 'thought stoppage' technique and buddy system. Groups are initiated by a professional but become member-run. Group development manual $9.95.
Write:
Molesters Anonymous
Jerry Goffman, PhD
1040 S. Mt. Vernon Ave., G-306
Colton, CA 92324
Voice: Dr. Jerry Goffman 951-312-1041.
E-mail: jerrygoffman@hotmail.com
Verified: 05/07/2007Positive Partners of Survivors
Online. Support for anyone who has a loved one who was sexually abused. Offers mutual support and understanding. Provides chat room, e-group, and message board.
Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/positivepartnersofsurvivors/
E-mail: hrtfelt32@aol.com or simonshek@idirect.com
Verified: 11/15/2006Abused Survivors
Online. 510 members. Founded 1998. Support group that offers an outstretched hand to adult survivors of abuse (physical, verbal, emotional, or sexual). Open only to survivors.
Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/abusedsurvivors
Verified: 04/27/2007SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests)
International. 50+ affiliated groups. Founded 1989. Support for men and women who were sexually abused by any clergy person (priest, brother, nun, deacon, teacher, etc.) Extensive phone network, newsletter, advocacy, conferences, information and referrals. Information on finding support groups. Dues $25 (optional).
Write:
SNAP
P.O. Box 6416
Chicago, IL 60680
Voice: 312-409-2720
Website: http://www.snapnetwork.org
E-mail: SNAPBlaine@hotmail.com
Verified: 01/08/2007Stigma, Inc.
Online. For individuals conceived by rape or incest. Also, support to women who have been pregnant by assault or are raising rape or incest conceived children. In addition, a community forum for supportive visitors to discuss issues. Email support lists, chat room, optional contacts to obtain general support and information.
Write:
Stigma, Inc.
P.O. Box 109
Bonner Springs, KS 66012
Website: http://www.stigmatized.org
Verified: 01/15/2007The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.
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