How Do You Find Counseling For Child Sex Crime Victims?
If you know a child victim of a sex crime, you can obtain counseling and other resources to help them overcome the trauma and stress of the assault. Follow these steps to find professional assistance. Visit the RAINN Web site (see Resources below) to learn what actions you should take if a child admits to being sexually abused. Express your belief in what the child says to you about their sexual abuse and reassure them that you will seek help. Let child victims of sex crimes know that it is not their fault and that they have done the right thing by making a responsible adult aware of their situation. Call the child abuse hotline at (800) 422-4453 to speak with a counselor over the phone. You may also visit the ChildHelp Web site (see Resources below) to find services in your area or to discover the steps in the process of filing a child abuse report. Call the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) at (800) 656-4673 for a direct connection to a counseling center in your area. T
