National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call or text 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE). TTY: 1-800-787-3224. Chat at thehotline.org. Available 24/7 in English and Spanish.
Domestic violence support
You deserve support. These resources can help.
I began my counseling career working in a domestic violence shelter. That experience shaped everything about how I work with people navigating abuse, trauma, and recovery. This page brings together crisis lines, safety planning tools, shelter finders, and Portuguese-language resources in one place.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you need to talk to someone right now, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.
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Crisis hotlines
All lines below are free, confidential, and available around the clock unless otherwise noted.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741. Free, confidential crisis counseling by text, 24/7.
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE). Online chat available. Connects you to a local sexual assault service provider.
Loveisrespect (Teen & Young Adult)
Call 1-866-331-9474. Text LOVEIS to 22522. Chat at loveisrespect.org. Focused on dating abuse for ages 13 to 26.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
Call or text 1-844-762-8483. Culturally appropriate support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic and sexual violence.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Call 1-888-373-7888. Text HELP or INFO to 233733. Trafficking and domestic violence frequently overlap.
Recursos em português
Resources for Portuguese-speaking individuals, including those in Brazil and Brazilian immigrant communities in the United States.
Central de Atendimento a Mulher (Brazil)
Ligue 180. Disponivel 24 horas por dia, 7 dias por semana. Atendimento gratuito e sigiloso para mulheres em situacao de violencia.
CVV (Centro de Valorizacao da Vida)
Ligue 188 ou acesse cvv.org.br. Apoio emocional e prevencao do suicidio, 24 horas por dia.
Brazilian Women's Group (Massachusetts)
Serves Brazilian immigrant women in the Greater Boston area. Offers support groups, legal advocacy, and referrals in Portuguese.
Safety planning and legal resources
Practical tools for protecting yourself, understanding your legal options, and staying safer online.
Safety Planning Guide
The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers a step-by-step guide to creating a personal safety plan, whether you are still in the relationship or have left.
Technology Safety
The Safety Net project at NNEDV provides guidance on protecting your privacy online, on your phone, and with shared accounts.
WomensLaw.org
Plain-language legal information for survivors, including how to get a restraining order, immigration options, and custody considerations in every U.S. state.
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
Resources specifically connecting domestic violence with mental health treatment, including how to find trauma-informed providers.
Find a shelter near you
DomesticShelters.org
Searchable database of domestic violence shelters and services across the United States and Canada. Includes shelter descriptions, services offered, and contact information.
211 (United States)
Call or text 211, or visit 211.org. Connects you to local social services including emergency shelter, food, and mental health resources.
Counseling with Leonice
Therapy for survivors of domestic violence
I work with adults who have experienced domestic violence, whether they are still in the relationship, have recently left, or are years into recovery. Healing is not linear, and there is no single right timeline.
My work in this area is trauma-informed. That means I understand how abuse affects the nervous system, how it shapes patterns of thinking and relating, and how the process of leaving is rarely a single moment. I do not push. I work at your pace.
I offer sessions in English and Portuguese. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida, and Washington. All sessions are via telehealth.
If you are not sure whether therapy is the right next step, a free 15-minute consultation is a low-pressure way to find out.
Book a free consultation