Counseling

No matter how long ago you were hurt by sexual violence, it’s never too late to begin to heal.

Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center offers short and long-term individual counseling and groups to help you on your healing journey.

Free bilingual counseling services are available to Texas residents aged 13 and older who are either survivors of sexual violence or are loved ones of survivors. We recognize the continuum of sexual trauma exposure, from acute incidents such as recent rape or sexual assault to chronic experiences of childhood sexual abuse.

Our counselors, licensed in the state of Texas and/or supervised by licensed staff, provide counseling services both in-person and virtually via a HIPAA-compliant version of Zoom

DARCC counselors provide compassionate, client-centered care. We serve all survivors of rape and sexual assault and those supportive of them, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, income, ability, or religion.

  • Process of Obtaining Counseling

    If you are interested in learning more about counseling, please call our Clinical Services Line at 214-712-4901.

    When you call, you won't be asked or expected to discuss details about your experience(s). We'll collect your name, phone number, email, and age, address initial inquiries about our services, and send you intake paperwork if you wish to proceed. After completing the paperwork, you can schedule a 50-minute intake assessment to explore our services further and determine your counseling and advocacy needs.

    For support after hours, our 24/7 Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline is available at 972-641-7273.

  • What to Expect from Counseling at DARCC

    At DARCC, our counselors strive to create a safe and welcoming space where survivors and their families can find support.

    Our counselors specialize in gold-standard, evidence-based trauma practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). We'll meet you where you are on your healing journey, whether it involves processing past experiences or developing coping strategies for the present.

  • Walk-In Crisis Intervention

    Crisis intervention and advocacy services are available on a walk-in basis at our clinical office during regular business hours, Monday-Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary.

    Questions? Please call the crisis hotline at 972-641-7273 for more information.

What Counseling Groups are available at DARCC?

For more information about our virtual and in-person group offerings, please call our Clinical Services Line at 214-712-4901.

  • Introductory, workshop-style group featuring six rotating topics. The initial 20-30 minutes are dedicated to an educational segment on sexual violence and healing. The optional remainder of the group offers an opportunity to discuss reactions and pose questions about the presented material. While it's recommended to explore all six topics before starting individual counseling, feel free to join for those that resonate with you. Our aim is for this group to offer valuable information, easing any potential intimidation or barriers for those attending a group for the first time.

  • Support group for survivors wanting help coping with the difficulties that sexual violence often brings while also building a sense of community. Learn about common and natural responses to a traumatic event while exploring and practicing healthy self-care options with other survivors. Although you will be encouraged to participate as you feel comfortable, it is not intended for participants to share their personal stories of sexual violence.

  • Support group for survivors to discuss education about the intersectionality of trauma responses and engaging in unhelpful/harmful coping behaviors such as substance use, self-harm, thoughts about not wanting to be alive, risk-taking, and/or other behaviors. This group is about establishing safety as a priority and finding ways to ways to engage in helpful behaviors as well as reclaiming a sense of safety in the aftermath of sexual violence.

  • Support group for Black, women-identifying survivors of sexual violence. Group members come together and process how specific strengths and barriers in race, sexuality, and gender impact being Black female survivors of sexual trauma. The group is facilitated by a Black female therapist who seeks to connect this awareness of the Black survivor experience to the minds, bodies, and spirits of each group participant.

  • Six-week, closed group designed as an inclusive haven for survivors of sexual violence within the LGBTQIA+ community. In this space, we aim to recognize the unique strengths, challenges, and societal dynamics that intersect with the healing journey of those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Together, group members will engage in fostering healthy coping mechanisms, exploring self-care practices, and collaboratively rebuilding a sense of safety within themselves and the community.

  • Supportive space for survivors who are continuing to process their traumatic experiences. This space offers continuous support as clients navigate the intricacies of their healing journey and day-to-day life, fostering an environment where survivors can share their experiences with sexual violence and discover common ground with others. Participation in this group is recommended for individuals who have already undertaken individual counseling for their sexual assault.

  • Support group designed for loved ones in a survivor’s life. While participants may have their own experiences of sexual trauma, the emphasis in this group is learning how to respond to and support others. Topics range from education on natural reactions to sexual violence to addressing the common missteps in supporting a survivor, as well as incorporating helpful language and actions. Join our compassionate, judgment-free community, and feel free to bring any questions you may have.

  • Support group for survivors seeking to connect with their healing through expressive arts and somatic activities. Learn about how trauma impacts the brain and body and gain knowledge about how expressive experiences can help facilitate healing. This group is also for those looking to create community through innovative and relational activities with other survivors. Although you will be encouraged to participate as you feel comfortable, it is not intended for participants to share their personal stories of sexual violence.

  • Este grupo de apoyo es una oportunidad para que sobrevivientes de violencia sexual hispanohablantes tengan un sentido de comunidad. El grupo tiene como objetivo brindar psicoeducación sobre los impactos comunes de la violencia sexual y las barreras que enfrentan las poblaciones hispanohablentes siendo sobrevividores. Animamos a los miembros del grupo que compartan las dificultades de afrontar la vida después de experiencias traumáticas junto con estrategias que han sido útiles en sus viajes individuales hacia la sanacion.