Advocacy

SARA Advocates are specially trained to support survivors and their friends and loved ones through the challenges that follow experiences of sexual violence. The first step to receiving Support Services at SARA is to meet with an advocate so that we can understand your goals and determine the best way to support you. Many people who receive advocacy services at SARA will also pursue therapy with our therapists. Together, our advocates and therapists work as a team to walk with survivors through the healing process.

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Based on what you need, we can provide:

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Emotional Support: As you are processing your experience, we will listen and provide a knowledgeable, supportive presence.
 

Legal Accompaniment (if applicable): We do not provide legal advocates, as most clients will be represented by a Commonwealth’s Attorney through the state of Virginia. However, we can help prepare survivors for the legal process and will accompany survivors to police interviews and court appearances if requested.

 

Case Management: As need arises, we can help problem-solve and make connections with local resources.

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Referrals to Therapy: We can help find therapy options that fit your needs. We have limited availability at SARA and can help with referrals to therapists. 

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We can sometimes arrange to meet with you outside of our office, in particular service clients who live in Charlottesville’s surrounding counties in our service area (Albemarle, Louisa, Nelson, Greene and Fluvanna).

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To make an appointment with SARA, please call our office at 434-295-7273.