Doncaster Rape & Sexual Abuse Counselling Service
22nd Jun 21
In the weeks, months of even years after a person has experienced sexual abuse, assault or rape it can be common to experience things like panic attacks, feeling emotionally overwhelmed or even feeling numb and separate from any emotion; sometimes to an extent it may not feel like you’re in your own body. These feelings […]
Feelings of guilt and shame can be a common experience for people (or their families) who have been sexually abused or assaulted. Often, they can be the most challenging feelings to overcome. Perhaps because they have a lot to do with how a person thinks about themselves and others. Many people use the terms guilt […]
The ingredients to knowing whether you’re ready for therapy can be different for everyone. Only you can decide this. However, there are some common indicators amongst people that have found therapy helpful. Do you need some help? Recognizing you need help is important. Is the impact of the sexual abuse you (or someone you care […]
Whether you have had therapy before or whether it’s a new experience for you, it can be natural to feel a little apprehensive about what to expect. You may be feeling worried about what the counsellor may ask you; feel scared that you may get upset or overwhelmed or talking about what happened to you. […]
Charities such as DRASACS play an important role in our community and it is essential that they should be given the support and help they need in order to offer their services.
— Rt Hon Rosie Winterton MP (Doncaster Central)