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Skills group program for youth who have been sexually abused and their non-offending parents. The group uses a whole family approach to healing. Program goals are to heal and strengthen youth who have experienced abuse so they can grow to their full potential; and their families so they can move forward to create a strong, safe environment for their children.

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Group Counseling
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
- Short-term support counseling for individuals who have been sexually assaulted including individuals used in prostitution and sex trafficking. Counseling is also available for family members and friends of sexual violence victims. - One-to-one peer counseling - Hospital Counseling/Advocacy: Counselors are available to provide counseling, offer information, provide options and support sexual assault victims at the hospital when they come in for an evidentiary exam. If the victim wishes to make a report to law enforcement, the counselor will remain to provide support. If upon arriving at the hospital the sexual assault advocate is told that the victim does not wish to have an advocate, a packet of written information will be left for the victim and the advocate will leave. Advocates provide support to family and friends of victims in the hospital.

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Sexual Assault Counseling
Sex Trafficking Victims
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
General Crime Victim Assistance
Sex Trade Workers
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Peer Counseling
Support groups for: - Adult women and male survivors of sexual violence - Concerned individuals - Female and male adolescent survivors - Healing Through Art Group - Incarcerated youth and adult women - Teen groups in schools - Queer survivors Other groups offered may vary. Drop in group for anyone interested in learning more. Most support groups are conducted as a closed group with the same participants from the beginning to the end (usually 8-10 weeks).

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Incarcerated Youth
Adult Incest Survivors
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Inmates
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Bisexuals
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Transgender Individuals
Lesbians
Cross Dressers
Gay Men
The crisis line is covered by staff and trained volunteer advocates who offer support, information, and encouragement

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Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault Hotlines
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
- Advocacy - Community education on sexual assault and healthy relationships - Hospital outreach - Professional training on sexual assault, professional boundaries with clients, etc. - Support groups for survivors of rape, adult survivors, parents of survivors

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Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Outreach Programs
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault Prevention
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Organizational Training Services
Direct, confidential services to victims of sexual assault: - 24 hour information, referral, crisis phone service, and medical outreach - Advocacy and outreach by staff and volunteers; legal advocacy provided when working with law enforcement and Ramsey County prosecutors - Emergency financial assistance, depending on availability of funds. Limited to once a year. Call for information. - Individual counseling - May provide emergency transportation and assistance with coordinating community resources

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Sexual Assault Hotlines
Sex Trade Related Helplines
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
General Crime Victim Assistance
Sexual Assault Counseling
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Individual Counseling
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Individual Advocacy
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
CMSAC provides open support groups designed for survivors of sexual assault and sexual abuse. Groups are led by trained facilitators.

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Domestic Violence Support Groups
Sexually Abused Adults
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Crime Victim Support Groups
Child Abuse Support Groups
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Provides free civil legal services to youth who have been sexually exploited as well as training to Regional Navigators and other service providers on identifying legal issues.

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Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Youth
Human Trafficking Legal Assistance
Sex Trafficking Victims
Child Trafficking Victims
Provides a full range of individual and family counseling services with an expertise in families affected by sexual abuse, neglect or trauma. Sensitive to the needs of families with diverse ethnic heritages. Therapists address issues concerning: - Attachment problems - Healing the parent-child relationship following abuse of the child - Anxiety - Possible sexual abuse of a child - Post-traumatic stress related to a history of abuse - Prevention of future abuse in families

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Child Abuse Counseling
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Support groups for: - Adult women and male survivors of sexual violence - Concerned individuals - Female and male adolescent survivors - Healing Through Art Group - Incarcerated youth and adult women - Teen groups in schools - Queer survivors Other groups offered may vary. Drop in group for anyone interested in learning more. Most support groups are conducted as a closed group with the same participants from the beginning to the end (usually 8-10 weeks).

Categories

Incarcerated Youth
Adult Incest Survivors
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Inmates
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Bisexuals
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Transgender Individuals
Lesbians
Cross Dressers
Gay Men
24-hour hotline answered by trained sexual assault advocates, providing support and education

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Sexual Assault Hotlines
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Individual and group counseling is offered for both youth and adults who have been affected by sexual assault: - Individual counseling is provided one-on-one with a license therapist - Art Group: weekly open group that utilizes art for healing - Yoga Group: trauma-informed yoga practice specifically designed for survivors PAVSA routinely adds new support groups according to need

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Sexual Assault Counseling
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Group Counseling
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Art Therapy
Yoga
Individual Counseling
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
- Short-term support counseling for individuals who have been sexually assaulted including individuals used in prostitution and sex trafficking. Counseling is also available for family members and friends of sexual violence victims. - One-to-one peer counseling - Hospital Counseling/Advocacy: Counselors are available to provide counseling, offer information, provide options and support sexual assault victims at the hospital when they come in for an evidentiary exam. If the victim wishes to make a report to law enforcement, the counselor will remain to provide support. If upon arriving at the hospital the sexual assault advocate is told that the victim does not wish to have an advocate, a packet of written information will be left for the victim and the advocate will leave. Advocates provide support to family and friends of victims in the hospital.

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Sexual Assault Counseling
Sex Trafficking Victims
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
General Crime Victim Assistance
Sex Trade Workers
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Peer Counseling
- 24-hour crisis intervention - Crisis advocacy includes emergency support, crisis intervention counseling, and offers information to victims/survivors, their friends, and their families - Medical and legal information and support includes assistance in applying for Harassment Claims, Orders for Protection, Victim's Reparations, providing legal options and referrals, and support getting medical treatment. - On-going support and direct advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence within local communities

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Stalking/Harassment Orders
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
In Person Crisis Intervention
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Sexual Assault Treatment
Sexual Assault Counseling
Crime Victim Compensation
Sexual Assault Hotlines
Specialized Crime Victim Assistance
Individual Advocacy
Program services are for children and young adults, ages birth - 24, or those of a family member or friend, who have experienced neglect, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse; or have witnessed domestic violence. Services provided: - 24-hour hotline - Age-appropriate support groups during the school year and outings/activities during the summer - Assistance with child-related appointments (school enrollment, medical, dental, etc.) or issues - Crisis intervention - One-on-one positive parenting training - Resources and referrals - Safety planning

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Child Abuse Issues
Domestic Violence Issues
Child Abuse Support Groups
Case/Care Management
Parenting Skills Classes
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Child Abuse Hotlines
Children of Abused Women/Men
Crime Victim Safety Planning
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
A skills group for male identified youth who have experienced trauma. The goals are healing trauma, preventing violence, and building community. Drum Beat utilizes drums, other musical instruments and reflective discussions to engage youth in healing trauma. Program serves young men who have experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as domestic violence, community violence, witnessing traumatic events.

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Music Therapy
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Services for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse/violence: - Emergency residential women's shelter with no-cost services for women and their children - 24-Hour crisis, Information and Referral line - Community education: Public speaking and professional training - Legal advocacy: Assist with safety planning, support, filing orders for protection and harassment restraining orders, including accompaniment and support during court hearings - Support groups

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Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Stalking/Harassment Orders
Domestic Violence Issues
Domestic Violence Shelters
General Abuse Prevention
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Specialized Information and Referral
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Families/Friends of Abused Women/Men
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Crime Victim Safety Planning
Abused Women
Children of Abused Women/Men
Abused Adults
Speakers/Speakers Bureaus
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Provides psychological testing, assessment, evaluation, diagnosis and primary treatment to males and females, adolescents and adults, and couples: - Therapy services for survivors of sexual abuse and their families - Treats sexual dysfunctions - Contracts with Minnesota Department of Corrections for offenders Psychological assessments including: - Family assessment - Forensic assessment - Parenting assessment - Predisposition assessment - Psychological assessment - Sexual addiction/compulsivity - Sexual arousal assessment Sexual expression and health issues: - body image - erectile dysfunction - gender transition - Internet porn use - lack of intimacy - low libido - orientation - painful sex - parenting about sex - physical challenges - premature ejaculation - sexless marriage - sexual addiction (sexual compulsivity) - sexual avoidance - sexual confidence - sexual dysfunction (problems during sex) - sexual fetish - sexual trauma

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Child/Adolescent Sex Offenders
Sexual Assault Counseling
Sexual Orientation Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Adult Sex Offenders
Sexually Abused Adults
Forensic Mental Health Evaluation
Sexuality Counseling
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual/Love Addiction Counseling
Assists, advocates, and coordinates mental health services for American Indians. Services: - Individual, family, and group counseling - Specialized services for youth/adolescents and children - Anger management - Grief counseling - Family violence counseling for child abuse, elder abuse, parent abuse, spousal abuse, and for adult incest survivors - Runaway counseling - Child sexual assault counseling - Play, art, and recreation therapies - Therapist referrals

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Parent Abuse Counseling
Female Spouse/Intimate Partner Abusers
Native American Community
Elder Abusers
Emotionally Abused Children
Anger Management
Child Abusers
Physically Abused Children
Sexual Assault Counseling
Child Abuse Counseling
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Play Therapy
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Families/Friends of Abused Women/Men
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Family Counseling
Abused Men
Abused Dependent Adults
Abused Women
Male Spouse/Intimate Partner Abusers
Incest Perpetrators
Elder Abuse Counseling
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Families/Friends of Adult Incest Survivors
Art Therapy
Parent Abusers
Group Counseling
Child Incest Survivors
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Individual Counseling
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Elder Abuse Victims
Services include: - Individual and group information and support - Referrals - Accompaniment to area resources including: - Medical - Legal - Law enforcement - Other available community services - Community Education - Networking with community groups and professionals - Culturally appropriate services for Native American survivors of sexual violence

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Sexual Assault Hotlines
Specialized Information and Referral
General Crime Victim Assistance
Sexually Abused Adults
Outreach Programs
Child Abuse Reporting/Emergency Response
Sexually Abused Children
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Sexual Assault Issues
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Sexual Harassment Victims
Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting
Direct, confidential services to victims of sexual assault: - 24 hour information, referral, crisis phone service, and medical outreach - Advocacy and outreach by staff and volunteers; legal advocacy provided when working with law enforcement and Ramsey County prosecutors - Emergency financial assistance, depending on availability of funds. Limited to once a year. Call for information. - Individual counseling - May provide emergency transportation and assistance with coordinating community resources

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Sexual Assault Hotlines
Sex Trade Related Helplines
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
General Crime Victim Assistance
Sexual Assault Counseling
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Individual Counseling
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Individual Advocacy
Child Sexual Assault Survivors
National clearinghouse for information on missing and exploited children. Services include: - CyberTipline takes reports on sexual exploitation of children 24 hours/7 days a week. Reports for cases of child sexual exploitation including child pornography, online enticement of children for sex acts, molestation of children outside the family, child victims of prostitution, and unsolicited obscene material sent to a child. - Offers education and resource publications for information about statistics, data, and issues relating to missing children - Provides transportation for the reunification of missing child to family - Reporting of sightings of missing children

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Physically Abused Children
Information Clearinghouses
Sexually Abused Children
Child Sexual Exploitation Reporting
Kidnap Victims
Child Kidnapping Prevention
Emotionally Abused Children
Child Abduction/Parental Kidnapping Issues
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Transportation for Endangered People
Missing Persons Location Assistance
Families/Friends of Missing Children
Domestic or sexual abuse survivors support group

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Domestic Violence Issues
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Sexual Assault Issues
Family Violence Issues
Abused Women
Spouse/Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Survivors
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Families/Friends of Sexual Assault/Abuse Survivors
Abused Adults

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