Support for adult survivors of child sexual abuse, and the people close to them
Child sexual abuse can shape a life long after it ends. You may have carried it for years, or only recently found the words for it. There is no right time to ask for help, and you do not have to prove anything to us. You decide what to share and how fast to go.
Who this page is for
- Adults aged 18 and over who experienced sexual abuse as a child.
- Partners, parents, brothers, sisters and other family members who support a survivor, or who are affected by what has happened.
How we can help
- Therapy at your pace, online across the UK or in person where available.
- Space to talk about trauma, shame, trust, relationships, closeness and anger.
- Support for family members who are trying to understand, or who are coping with their own feelings.
What to expect
We start with a first conversation about what you want, what therapy involves and whether we are the right people to help. You can ask any question. You can stop at any time. Therapy is confidential within the limits of safeguarding and the law, as explained in our privacy notice.
One thing we want you to hear from us
In the interests of child protection and harm reduction, Empowerment Pathways also works with people who have offended. Strict protocols and procedures are in place to keep our survivor work and our offender work completely separate.
If you are under 18
We offer therapy to adults. If you are under 18, or you are a parent or carer worried about a child or young person, please get in touch. We will talk through the options with you, including who else may be better placed to help.
If you need help right now
- If anyone is in immediate danger, call 999.
- Childline (under 19s): 0800 1111
- NSPCC helpline, for adults worried about a child: 0808 800 5000
- NAPAC, support for adult survivors: 0808 801 0331 (Monday to Thursday 10am to 9pm, Friday 10am to 6pm)
- Samaritans, any time: 116 123
Get in touch
WhatsApp or call 07465 226668, or use our confidential contact form.
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