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Counseling and Support

Domestic Violence Orientation - educates on the cycle of violence and the characteristics of batterers, victims, and abusive relationships. The class is held every Wednesday night from 5:00pm to 6:00pm (arrive at 4:30pm to fill out paperwork if this is your first time attending). It is open to the public and free of charge. Limited childcare is available; please call 343-3688 ext. 17 by 10:00am on Tuesday to reserve a spot.

RAP - A weekly support group for women survivors of domestic violence. Meets Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the Women's and Children's Alliance, 720 W Washington Street. First time participants must attend Domestic Violence Orientation (4:30p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) before attending RAP. Limited childcare is available; please call 343-3688 ext. 17 by 10:00am on Tuesday to reserve a spot.  To view our Domestic Violence Orientation presentation, click here.

Counseling - Master's level therapists and interns provide counseling services to survivors of emotional and physical abuse, rape and sexual assault, to women who are in substance abuse recovery, and to women with co-occurring disorders (substance use and mental health disorders). Counseling services are offered to shelter residents and members of the community.  We take serious precautions to protect your confidentiality.  To learn more, read our Privacy Policy.

Case Management - Bachelor's level case managers and interns provide case management services to residents and individuals receiving outpatient counseling services.

  
Groups Offered

Helping Women Recover - Facilitated by a master's level clinician or intern. Offered weekly for residents and clients who are receiving counseling or case management services at the WCA. Explores the impact of trauma on women, utilizing the Helping Women Recover curriculum (a best practice program).

Parenting Orientation - Facilitated by a licensed clinician. Offered for residents and clients who are receiving counseling or case management services at the WCA. It is a prerequisite for Parenting and Family Dynamics. Education on child development and nurturing philosophy are discussed.

Nurturing Families - Facilitated by a licensed clinician. Offered twice a week for residents and clients who are receiving counseling or case management services at the WCA. Prior to attending the first group, clients must attend Nurturing Families Orientation. Utilizes Nurturing Skills for Families curriculum (a best practice program). 

Life Skills Group - Weekly education group facilitated by bachelor level case managers and professionals in the community for residents and clients who are receiving counseling or case management services at the WCA. Topics are varied and include things such as budgeting, nutrition, resume and job interviewing skills, and time management.

  
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