Domestic Abuse

These organisations offer resources, helplines, and services that can help parents understand and support their child’s mental health, whether the need is for immediate guidance or ongoing support.

Organisations offering support for adults experiencing abuse, providing a range of services from confidential helplines to resources and guidance:

1. National Domestic Abuse Helpline (run by Refuge)

• Website: nationaldahelpline.org.uk
• Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (24/7)
• This free helpline provides confidential support for anyone experiencing domestic abuse. Refuge also offers advice, guidance, and safe refuge spaces across the UK.

2. Women’s Aid

• Website: womensaid.org.uk
• Women’s Aid offers support services and resources for women experiencing domestic violence, including local services, an online chat, and information on safety planning and legal options.

3. Victim Support

• Website: victimsupport.org.uk
• Victim Support provides emotional and practical help to those affected by crime and abuse. They offer a free supportline and a live chat for immediate support, as well as resources for moving forward after experiencing abuse.

4. Respect

• Website: respect.uk.net
• Respect provides support for both perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse. They run the Respect Phoneline (0808 802 4040) for people who want to change abusive behaviour and Men’s Advice Line (0808 801 0327) for men experiencing domestic abuse.

5. GALOP (LGBT+ anti-abuse charity)

• Website: galop.org.uk
• Galop provides support to LGBT+ individuals experiencing abuse, including domestic violence, hate crime, and sexual violence. They offer a helpline and resources specifically tailored to the needs of the LGBT+ community.

6. The Survivors Trust

• Website: thesurvivorstrust.org
• This network of over 130 specialist sexual violence support organisations offers help and resources to anyone affected by sexual violence and abuse, including counselling, advocacy, and advice on legal rights.

7. Safeline

• Website: safeline.org.uk
• Safeline supports survivors of sexual abuse and rape, providing telephone and online counselling, as well as group therapy. They also offer specialized support for male survivors.

8. Mankind Initiative

• Website: mankind.org.uk
• Helpline: 01823 334244
• This charity supports male victims of domestic abuse and provides confidential support via a helpline and information on local services for men experiencing abuse.

9. Karma Nirvana

• Website: karmanirvana.org.uk
• Helpline: 0800 5999 247
• Karma Nirvana supports victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage. Their helpline offers confidential advice, information, and support for individuals and families facing these issues.

10. The National Stalking Helpline (run by Suzy Lamplugh Trust)

• Website: suzylamplugh.org
• Helpline: 0808 802 0300
• This helpline offers advice and support for individuals experiencing stalking, including safety planning and guidance on legal protections.

These organisations provide a range of support options for those experiencing various forms of abuse, ensuring confidentiality and safety for those seeking help.