Support for Men and Boys Who Experience Sexual Violence
KSAAS recognises that the impacts of sexual violence are no less devastating for men and boys than for women and girls. We believe all survivors of sexual violence deserve specialist support.
Sexual violence can affect anyone, regardless of gender. This resource offers vital support and understanding for men and boys who have experienced rape or sexual assault.
Our service affirms:
• Your feelings are valid: Emotions like fear, shame, anger, and confusion are natural responses to trauma.
• You are not alone: Many survivors share similar experiences, and support is available.
• Masculinity myths are harmful: Strength includes vulnerability, and seeking help is courageous.
• Anger needs expression: Suppressed rage can turn inward talking, writing, or joining support groups can help.
• Sexual violence does not define sexuality: Abuse is about power, not desire or orientation.
• Women can be perpetrators: Abuse can be committed by any gender, and all survivors deserve support.
• Shame belongs to the abuser: Survivors are never at fault.
• Trauma affects memory and emotions: Denial or memory loss is a common coping mechanism.
• Self-care is essential: Healing takes time, and prioritising your wellbeing is a vital part of recovery
Our support services
Our ISVA advocacy service is able to support anyone, any age, background or gender, who has been subjected to any form of sexual violence, recently or in the past.
Our Independent Sexual Violence Advocates (ISVAs) offer practical and emotional support and specialise in supporting survivors through the Criminal Justice System, if they choose to report.
Our counselling service is available for survivors of rape, child sexual abuse or any form of sexual violence of any age (children aged 5 years and over) living within Kent.
Where else can I get support?
The national 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line is delivered by Rape Crisis England and Wales. It is an emotional support service for anyone aged 16+ in England and Wales who has been affected by rape, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual harassment or any other form of sexual violence – at any point in their life. This includes people who have been subjected to sexual violence themselves, as well as their friends, family or anyone else who is trying to support them.
Nationwide specialist support for male survivors of sexual abuse. They offer web and SMS chat services, along with specialist counselling in London. Their website has further information on their services, including a database of counsellors across the UK who can support male survivors.
Offers telephone and email support for all survivors of sexual violence. They have a dedicated telephone support line for male survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse.
A partnership of several organisations dedicated to male survivors. They offer web chat and telephone support services as well as being a resource for location specific services.
NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) offer a Talking Therapies service to help people aged 17 and over who are experiencing common mental health problems.
NAPAC offers support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect.
“Thank you for my counselling season. You have helped me cope what had happened to me. You have been really helpful. Thank you so much.”
Survivor
Our counselling helpline
Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm