Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence

13YARN is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis support helpline.

1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. If you or someone you know is affected by domestic, family and sexual violence, support is available 24/7.

Call 1800 737 732

Chat online via our website

Text 0458 737 732

Ali Curung Safe House provides emergency accommodation related to domestic, family, and community violence on a 24/7 basis. The Safe house also provides outreach support for “at-risk” women and children by providing information, support, and referrals to relevant service providers.

headspace Katherine is a free and confidential service that can help young people aged 12 to 25 with their mental health and wellbeing. headspace Darwin provides assistance in four key areas: Mental Health,Physical and Sexual Health,Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and Vocational Support. Regular outreach visits occur in specific remote communities within the region. Clinical services are provided by registered allied health practitioners,which include private providers who deliver services under Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS) and Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS).

Operated by Territory Families, Angurugu Safe House provides short-term accommodation and support for women and their children in crisis or escaping domestic violence.

Operated by Territory Families, Anmatjere (Ti-Tree) Safe House provides short-term accommodation and support for women and their children in crisis or escaping domestic violence.

Crisis accommodation is available for women and their children who are experiencing domestic violence. Twenty-four-hour contact is available.

Our counselling service is for young people who have experienced family violence or trauma. Counselling focuses on strengths and family relationships.

How we help

Counselling sessions are delivered in flexible locations based on the client’s needs. Our counsellors use a range of approaches and tools that are suitable for children and youth.

Is there a cost?

A sliding fee scale can apply. Fees can be waived if financial hardship.

Being a victim of crime can affect your mental health and wellbeing. The Crime Victims Counselling Service provides counselling and support for people affected by crime. We make sure victims have the resources and support they need to move on with their lives.

We can help people who are the victim of a crime or who witness a crime. We can also help relatives and close friends of a victim.

Our counselling service is tailored to the needs of each client. Clients are entitled to up to eight clinical counselling sessions. Counselling can be face-to-face, by telephone or in a group setting.

We can assist with:

• Information and advice about the legal process and your rights
• Applications for compensation.
• Referrals to other support services
• Community education and training

People can refer themselves to this program. Service providers (including GPs and agencies) can also make referrals.

Call: 1800 899 855 (free call) to make a referral Email: CrimeVictims@catholiccarent.org.au

Our Men’s counselling works with men who perpetrate violence against their partners in order to change their behaviour.

How we help

We provide counselling to support reflection on behaviour and values to support men to make different choices and live a non-abusive and non-violent life.

What is the referral process?

Individuals, family members and service providers can refer people to this program. Counselling may be helpful for men who are engaged in the Men’s Behaviour Change Program.

Is there a cost?

A fee can be charged according to a sliding scale. This fee may be waived at times of financial hardship.