Welcome
A very safe welcome to Survivors in Transition.
You are not alone.
We understand how much courage it has taken to access our website, with this in mind we have tried our best to make it as safe, useful and supportive for you as possible.
You’ve made a big step in your healing and towards breaking free from your abuse by just being here.
You really are an inspiration – you are breaking the silence and remember – it is NOT your shame.
How you can get support from us
There are a number of ways you can make contact with us:
Complete a Referral Form
Fiona Ellis
Founder
We know it’s hard to make that first contact with us, you may feel extremely anxious. Take it at your own pace. We will do our best to make you feel at ease and work with you to provide the kind of support that’s right for you.
What is Childhood
Sexual Abuse?
- How do I know if I was abused?
- Who can I talk to about my abuse – Women
- Who can I talk to about my abuse – Men
- The impacts of Childhood sexual abuse
- Who can I talk to about other psychological issues?
- Legal Advice
Our Sessions
We offer a number of facilitated group and drop in sessions throughout the week as well as 1:1 counselling
Monday
Opening Hours: 9-5
9:30 - 4pm
Phone support available 9.30am to 4pm
11:00am - 1.00pm
“Evolve Women’s Session” @ 84 Fore Street Structured, facilitated group session for women – by referral only
Tuesday
Opening Hours: 9-5
9:30 - 4pm
Phone support available 9.30am to 4pm
10.00am - 1.00pm
“First Steps” @ 84 Fore Street Welcoming open session for men or women coming to SiT for the first time. Feel free to drop by without an appointment and speak with one of our support workers or get more information about how we can support you.
Wednesday
Opening Hours: 9-5
9:30 - 4pm
Phone support available
Various times
Hold fast groups by referral
10.00 am to 11.30am
Walking Group – meet at the question mark statue outside the front of the university for a relaxed walk and support. No referral necessary.
Thursday
Opening Hours: 9-5
9:30 - 4pm
Phone support available
Various times
WISH group for women by referral
Friday
Opening Hours: 9-5
10am - 12
Phone support available
11.30-12.30
Monthly (last Friday in each month) drop in cafe for survivors and/or their partners, carers, parents and family members. Informal support network. No need to book, just turn up Hot & cold drinks & snacks available to purchase.
10.00-11.30
Service Users Group (SUG) Monthly (last Friday in each month) Come along and hear what's happening at SiT. Get involved in decision making, the direction SiT is taking, financial overviews and other exciting projects.