PAVSA provides several services to help victim/survivors heal from the crisis and trauma associated with sexual violence. All services are free and confidential, including:
Individual Counseling: one on one counseling provided by a licensed counselor.
Support groups including:
- Adult Women’s Group, a 10-week closed therapeutic support group focused on issues faced by victims of sexual violence and adult survivors of child sexual abuse. This group is offered three times a year.
- Art Group, a weekly open group utilizing expressive arts activities that assist victim/survivors heal from sexual violence.
- Yoga Group, a 10-week closed group offered through Firefly Yoga International in collaboration with PAVSA. Yoga practices specifically designed for trauma survivors are taught in safe and relaxing environment by a Firefly Yoga International trained professional.
PAVSA also adds new support groups addressing specific issues on a regular basis. If you are interested in meeting with a counselor or becoming part of a support group, contact the office at 218/726-1442 for scheduling and enrollment information.