Boyle Family Resource Centre Counselling and Psychotherapy Service is delighted to announce that Athlone Rape Crisis Service are now providing an outreach clinic in their counselling centre on Tuesdays.
This service is a free professional counselling service for`both males and females who have experienced rape, sexual abuse, or any other form of sexual violence (recent or historical).
Counselling is provided by accredited psychotherapist Caitlin Hester (MIACP).
Appointments can be made by ringing Athlone Rape Crisis Centre directly on free phone number 1800 306 600.
What you can do if someone tells you they have been raped
If someone tells you that they have been raped or sexually abused, listen to them and support them in whatever they choose to do; do not do anything that has the potential to further disempower the person.
Let them know that you believe them and will support them with whatever they choose to do;
If you are helping someone who has been sexually abused, and feel that you would benefit from counselling or support please do not hesitate to call us. Be aware that supporting someone who has been through a traumatic experience can be very demanding.
If you suspect or know that a child is being sexually abused, immediately report it to the Director of Community Care in your HSE area.
