Resources for Survivors of Relationship Rape

Note: RapeIsRape.org is not affiliated with or endorsed by the following organizations. This list is provided as a public service to help survivors find support, advocacy, and safety.

National U.S. Hotlines & Services

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)

Phone: 800-656-HOPE (4673)

Website: www.rainn.org

24/7 confidential support for sexual assault survivors, including those assaulted by a partner.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Phone: 800-799-SAFE (7233)

Text: “START” to 88788

Website: www.thehotline.org

Support, safety planning, and referrals for victims of relationship-based sexual and physical abuse.

VictimConnect Resource Center

Phone: 855-484-2846

Website: www.victimconnect.org

A referral helpline offering support and information about legal rights, resources, and trauma services.

Mental Health & Trauma Recovery 

BetterHelp & Talkspace

Websites: www.betterhelp.com | www.talkspace.com

Online therapy platforms with licensed counselors trained in sexual trauma and intimate partner violence.

Psychology Today Therapist Finder

Website: www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

Searchable national directory of therapists by specialty, insurance, and location.

Legal Help & Advocacy

Womenslaw.org

Website: www.womenslaw.org

Plain-language legal information for all 50 states, including restraining orders, criminal reporting, and court navigation.

Legal Aid Services Directory (LSC)

Website: www.lsc.gov/what-legal-aid/find-legal-aid

Search for free or low-cost legal help in your area. Many providers assist survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

Take Back the Night Legal Advocacy Hotline

Phone: 567-SHATTER (567-742-8837)

Website: https://takebackthenight.org/legal-assistance/

567-SHATTER is a national legal hotline for all victims of sexual harassment, assault and rape to learn about their legal options. Take Back The Night Foundation has partnered with a victim advocacy law firm to provide 24-7 staffing of the hotline at no cost to survivors.  The intake call staff has trauma-informed training to best support victims when they call or complete the online form. 

Local and Community-Based Resources 

YWCA USA

Website: www.ywca.org

Many local branches offer trauma counseling, emergency shelter, and legal advocacy for survivors.

State Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalitions

Directory: nnedv.org

Find your state coalition to access local services, safe housing, legal resources, and survivor support groups.