Counselling

KSAC offers group and individual counselling to people of all genders who have experienced recent or historic sexual violence, as well as support for their loved ones. We acknowledge that the individuals who come to our Centre are the experts in their own lives, and work to create a welcoming, safe space where clients can begin or continue their journey to healing.

All of Our Services Are Confidential

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People of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, ages and abilities are treated with respect and dignity in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment at Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre.

Counselling for Survivors

KSAC offers both group and individual counselling to people who have experienced any form of sexual violence or harm and/or gender-based sexual violence or harm, whether recent or historic.

To access counselling at KSAC, you will follow a pathway of service that starts with connecting with us to request services. From there, you’ll do a group intake and complete our 9-week pathway group.

Our pathway group focuses on understanding the impact of sexual violence, developing coping strategies, and increasing resilience. Participants are asked not to share details of their sexual trauma history in this group. It’s a gradual process and you can determine your participation level. At KSAC, we believe in the power of survivors assisting each other to explore various methods for healing both mind and body, with therapy as only one of the numerous ways in which you can help yourself in healing.  

When you complete the pathway group, you’ll have the opportunity to access individual counselling if you’re interested. There may be a wait for these services.

Some of the themes we address in group and individual counselling include:

Support for Parents, Caregivers, or Partners

If you’re looking for counselling or consultation as a parent, caregiver, or partner of a survivor, call us and we can provide support and information. If you’re under the age of 16, you or your parent/caregiver can call us and we’ll provide information on services and help link you to community supports.

Request Survivor Services

Connect with us and we’ll walk you through it.

By Phone

Give us a call to learn more about our intake process and services.

By Email

Email us and someone will connect with you.

In Person

Our office is open Monday to Friday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

KSAC Entrance

Reception

Intake Room

Group Room

In Person Session Room

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Did you know that it costs $50 a month to support one survivor?

KSAC provides healing, safety, and support to those affected by sexual violence and harm, and aims to end sexual violence through prevention education within our communities.

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People of All

Backgrounds, genders, sexualities, ages and abilities are treated with respect and dignity in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment at Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre.

A KSAC logo displaying on a progressive pride flag button alongside an accessibility symbol of a person in a wheelchair signal KSAC's commitment to accessibility and inclusivity