In Crisis? Get Help Now
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. These lines are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Understanding Sexual Assault
Whether you are a survivor seeking answers, a loved one trying to help, or someone learning about this issue for the first time, we have resources to guide you.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. Understanding what happened and knowing your options is an important first step toward healing and justice.
You are not alone. Millions of survivors have faced similar experiences, and support is available at every stage, whether you need immediate help, answers to your questions, or guidance on your legal rights.
Self-Care & Wellness
The Pride Law Firm provides trauma-informed self-care resources to support survivors during one of the most difficult experiences of their lives. Our self-care library includes crisis support videos, guided practices, and a 12-month healing curriculum developed with Sirona Healing Center.
Support Organizations & Hotlines
A directory of local, state, and national resources for sexual assault survivors. Click any section to expand.
- Department of Defense Safe Helpline
- Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women
- Find a Local Crisis Center
- Men Can Stop Rape | Healthy Masculinity Training Institute
- National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- National Domestic Violence Hotline | 800.799.7233
- National Sex Offender Registry
- National Sexual Assault Hotline | 800.656.HOPE (4674)
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline
- Pandora’s Project | Online forum for support groups and chat rooms to offer encouragement
- Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
“The core experiences of psychological trauma are disempowerment and disconnection. Recovery, therefore, is based upon the empowerment of the survivor and the creation of new connections.” – Judith Herman
Please note: The resources shared here are solely for your information. Inclusion on this list does not imply an official recommendation.
- Bay Area Women Against Rape | 510.800.4247
- California Coalition Against Sexual Assault | 916.446.2520
CALCASA is a membership association of rape crisis centers that advocates for policy and the needs of sexual assault survivors in California. - California Survivor Compensation Board
A resource page spanning various types of abuse with separate links for each, including LGBTQIA, mental health and crisis counseling services for survivors in California. - LA Rape and Battering Hotline | 626.793.3385
Peace Over Violence is a relationship violence prevention center headquartered in Los Angeles that is committed to social service, change and justice. - San Diego Access & Crisis Line | 888.724.7240
- San Francisco Rape Crisis Centers | 415.647.7273
24/7 hotline for both men and women with trained counselors standing by to offer support for survivors of rape and sexual assault, including same sex violence. - Survivor’s Bill of Rights / Marsy’s Law
This page by the State of California Department of Justice outlines the rights of sexual assault survivors as outlined under Marsy’s Law. - Women in Film | 855.943.5463
Specifically for those in the entertainment industry who have experienced sexual harassment or misconduct to receive confidential support and pro bono legal help.
- 211 San Diego | Dial 211 to be connected to resources like mental health services
Connects people with community, health, and disaster services 24/7/365. - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Dial 988 for suicide prevention and crisis resources
Provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress. - Center For Community Solutions | 888.385.4657
The only San Diego rape crisis center, where Jessica Pride has served as President of the Board of Directors since 2018. CCS offers emergency shelter, legal and counseling services as well as information on education and prevention. - Chadwick Center for Children & Families at Rady Children’s Hospital | 858.576.1700
One of the nation’s largest child advocacy and trauma treatment centers based in a hospital. It offers treatment for abused and traumatized children and women impacted by domestic violence. - Child Abuse Hotline | 858.560.2191 or 800.344.6000
24 hour hotline devoted to ordering an immediate assessment when there is a concern of potential child abuse, including sexual abuse. - Family Health Care Centers of San Diego | 619.515.2300
- Find a San Diego Trauma Therapist | Directory
PsychologyToday’s listing for therapists in San Diego county who treat survivors of sexual assault and abuse. - Free STD Testing in San Diego | STDTesting.org
- Jewish Family Services | 858.637.3210
- LGBT Community Center of San Diego | 619.692.2077
- North County Family Justice Center — One Safe Place | 760.290.3690
- North County Lifeline | 760.726.4900
Supports survivors in their transition out of human trafficking to help them heal and become independent. - North County Women’s Resource Center | 760.757.3000
- Orange County — Waymakers | 949.250.0488
- Resources for Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART)
- Samahan Health Centers | 844.200.2426
- San Diego County District Attorney | 619.531.3517
A wide range of free services for survivors of various crimes, including temporary restraining orders, crisis intervention and court support. - San Diego Domestic Violence Council | 800.799.SAFE (7233)
Non-profit network of organizations who work to collectively improve prevention, early intervention and response practices to domestic violence. - San Diego Police Department | 619.531.2000 or 858.484.3154 (non-emergency)
Report a sexual assault, 24/7. If you have an emergency, please dial 911. - San Diego Police Department Online Portal
The San Diego Police Department announced an online portal where survivors can track the status of their rape kits. The portal helps sexual assault survivors know exactly where their kit is in the process. - San Diego Psychological Association | Directory
Find a qualified psychologist in San Diego. - Sexual Assault Survivor Resources
- Therapy Den | Directory
Information on nationwide therapists and support groups that can be sorted by specialty. - Women’s Resource Center in Oceanside | 760.757.3500
Dedicated to providing the highest quality supportive services, counseling, shelter and education. 24 hour hotline. - Your Safe Place — A Family Justice Center | 619.533.6000
- YWCA of San Diego | 619.234.3164
A 24-hour hotline that helps women, children, and families escaping domestic violence and homelessness overcome trauma, rebuild their lives, and achieve self-sufficiency.
- SDSU Counseling & Psychological Services | 619.594.5220
San Diego State University therapists meet with students dealing with rape, sexual harassment and assault for free to help them understand their support options. - UC San Diego Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE) | 858.534.5793
UC San Diego’s free, confidential services to help students, staff and faculty impacted by relationship violence, sexual assault and stalking. - USD Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE) | 619.260.2396
University of San Diego’s resource to help anyone, student or not, report sexual violence and receive free support.
- 1 in 6 | 800.656.HOPE (4673)
A free, anonymous helpline and live chat service specifically for men who’ve experienced sexual assault or abuse with trained advocates available 24/7. - About Male Sexual Assault
- Male Survivor | Contact Page
A non-profit organization dedicated to the healing and support of male sexual assault survivors.
- Love Is Respect | 866.331.9474
A safe place for youth to speak with a trained peer advocate about healthy dating relationships and the signs of abuse. Users can also text or chat an advocate.
- BSafe
A personal safety app that allows you to create a safety network to alert close friends or family members if you are in a potentially unsafe situation. - Circle of 6
This app sends a predetermined text message to six friends of your choosing with your exact location if you are in an uncomfortable or dangerous situation. - VINELink
VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday and it provides victims of crime or concerned individuals status updates on offenders.
