For Survivors of Sexual Abuse & Domestic Violence

What We Do

Just some of the services that we help people with everyday...

One to One Counselling

Haven is a survivor – led organisation that offers confidential one to one counselling and support for female and male victims and survivors or anyone who has been affected (i.e: families /partners) by sexual violence/abuse or domestic violence.

Information & Support

Haven offers both telephone and email support as well as fortnightly women’s support groups (12 sessions). We also have a monthly coffee drop –in for victims / survivors who otherwise would feel isolated or need information or advice.

Fundraising & Volunteering

Haven Network is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to become trustees, help in the office, or to help us fundraise. All monies raised go to develop and continue our much-needed counselling services in the community.

How Can We Help

Our specialist subjects include Sexual Abuse & Domestic Violence...

Sexual Abuse

Sexual abuse is one of the most devastating experiences that can happen to a person and although we know that sexual violence is a gender issue we also accept that men and boys can also suffer the trauma of abuse. The effects of sexual abuse for us victims/ survivors are far reaching we can suffer lifelong depression, PTSD, suicidal thoughts low...

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence tears families apart and is destructive, the one place where people should feel safe becomes a battleground. Domestic violence can also be subtle where the fear can be built up bit by bit until it sucks the life out of the victim. Children also suffer the worst part is that the perpetrator is the one that should be loving...

Case Histories

Just some of the recent stories we have come across in recent years. Names and dates changed to protect concerned parties...

Lisa, 32 – Female

I was welcomed by Haven who supported me through a traumatic time. Twice they opened their doors and understanding to...

Sarah, 16 – Female

We wanted to write to thank you for seeing our daughter. As you are aware, she came to see you...

Steve, 44 – Male

When I started my sessions at Haven I wasn’t too sure about how the process would work, but after sitting...

Book of the Month

Courage to Heal Book Review. Authors Ellen Bass and Laura Davis. Cedar Books. This book is an invaluable resource for both victims/survivors and those who need information on how to offer support to their loved ones. I first read this book nearly 30 years ago and it is still as […]

Our Counsellors

As a survivor-led organisation, our charity offers practical support in the form of counselling, training, self-help, support groups and workshops. Our free services are available to victims and survivors of sexual or domestic abuse in London.