Resources for Survivors | Levacy Law

Resources for Survivors

Support does not have to start with a lawsuit.

This page gathers confidential support, medical, advocacy, counseling, and crisis resources for survivors of sexual assault. You do not need to contact Levacy Law, share your name, or make any legal decision to use what's here.

No name needed
No consultation required
No legal decision required

If You Are in Immediate Danger

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. If you cannot safely make a phone call, text 911 if your area supports text-to-911.

Call 911

Confidential · Free · Any hour

Talk to someone right now

Houston Area Women's Center24-hour hotline (713) 528-2121 RAINN National Hotline24/7, phone or online chat 800-656-4673

Resource Directory

Find the kind of support you need.

Every organization below is independent and confidential. Tap a phone number to call, or visit a website to learn more at your own pace.

Confidential Support Hotlines

24 hoursHouston

Houston Area Women's Center (HAWC)

Houston-based confidential support for survivors of sexual and domestic violence, including a 24-hour hotline, advocacy, and counseling.

(713) 528-2121 Visit HAWC

24/7Phone & chat

RAINN — National Sexual Assault Hotline

24/7 confidential national support, available by phone and online chat. Operated by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network.

800-656-HOPE (4673) Visit RAINN

24/7Phone & chat

National Domestic Violence Hotline

24/7 confidential support for anyone affected by relationship abuse. Available by phone and chat.

800-799-7233 Visit The Hotline

Medical & Forensic Resources

Find a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner

A forensic medical exam (often called a "rape kit") can be performed by trained professionals. You can ask hospital emergency departments or contact HAWC for guidance on local facilities.

Learn More via HAWC

Texas Forensic Medical Examiners

Texas maintains resources for survivors seeking medical care and forensic examination. A healthcare provider or advocate can help coordinate care and preserve evidence.

Texas OAG Victim Resources

Advocacy & Counseling

Texas

Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA)

Statewide organization connecting survivors to local rape crisis centers, advocacy, education, and counseling resources across Texas.

(512) 474-7190 Visit TAASA

Referrals

Victim Connect Resource Center

A confidential referral line connecting crime victims with local support, rights information, and services.

855-484-2846 Visit Victim Connect

Child & Family Resources

24/7

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

24/7 support for children and adults concerned about child abuse, with professional crisis counselors.

800-422-4453 Visit Childhelp

Texas

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Statewide resources and reporting for child safety and family support in Texas.

800-252-5400 Visit TX DFPS

LGBTQ+ Resources

24/7Phone, text & chat

The Trevor Project

24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people. Available by phone, text, and chat.

866-488-7386 Visit The Trevor Project

National

Forge (Transgender Support)

National transgender advocacy organization providing support and resources for transgender survivors of violence.

Visit Forge

Trafficking Resources

24/7

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Confidential 24/7 support, crisis assistance, and referrals for victims and survivors of human trafficking.

888-373-7888 Visit the Hotline

Financial Assistance & Victim Compensation

Texas

Texas Crime Victim Compensation

The Texas Office of the Attorney General administers a Crime Victims' Compensation program that may help cover certain expenses for eligible victims.

Texas OAG Victim Services

Reporting (Neutral Information)

Reporting Is Your Choice.

Reporting an assault to law enforcement is a personal decision and is not required to access support, medical care, or to explore civil legal options.

If you are considering reporting, a confidential advocate (such as those at HAWC or RAINN) can walk you through what to expect and, if you wish, accompany you.

Nothing on this page is intended to pressure you toward or away from any particular decision. The choices are yours.

Preserving Information

If You Might Want to Explore Options Later.

If there is any chance you may want to explore civil legal options in the future, it can help to preserve information now — even if you're not ready to act on it.

Consider keeping, in a safe and private place:

A written account of what happened, in your own words and timeline
Photographs
Communications — texts, emails, messages
Names and contact information of any witnesses
Any medical or counseling documentation

You do not need to share any of this with anyone until you are ready — and you are not required to keep it at all. This is simply offered in case it is useful to you.

Civil Legal Options

Exploring a Civil Claim.

A civil legal claim is separate from the criminal justice process. It is one possible path — not a required one. You can learn about civil options without filing anything, and you can decide whether and when to move forward.

If you'd like to understand what civil legal options may be available, Catherine provides confidential, survivor-centered guidance.

You set the pace.

Learn About Civil Claims Contact Catherine Confidentially

Starting a Conversation

Questions You Can Ask an Attorney

You don't have to share your story to start a conversation. It's okay to begin by asking questions like these:

What does an initial conversation involve?
How is privacy and confidentiality handled?
What are the possible legal options in my situation?
What would the process look like, and how long might it take?
What are the deadlines that might apply?
Do I have to decide right now whether to move forward?

Supporting Someone Else

If Someone You Know Has Been Assaulted.

Listening without judgment is one of the most powerful things you can do. Let the survivor lead the conversation and the decisions. Avoid pressing for details or for a particular course of action.

You can offer to help connect them with a confidential hotline or local advocacy organization, and you can offer to be present if they choose to seek medical care or speak with someone.

But their choices — including the choice to do nothing right now — deserve respect.

Common Questions

FAQ

Do I have to contact Levacy Law to use these resources?

No. These resources are provided for your benefit whether or not you ever contact an attorney. There is no consultation required and no legal decision required to access them.

Will Levacy Law know if I visit these organizations?

No. These are independent organizations. Levacy Law has no connection to or control over the hotlines and organizations listed here, and receives no notification when you contact them.

What if I'm not sure what kind of help I need?

That's completely okay. The confidential hotlines above can help you figure out what support might be useful — you don't need to know the answer before you call.

When You're Ready

There is no rush.

If you ever want to understand what civil legal options may be available, Catherine is available for a confidential conversation. Until then, these resources are here for you.

Contact Catherine Confidentially Learn About Civil Claims

Resource note: Levacy Law maintains this page as a public resource. The organizations listed are independent third parties; Levacy Law does not control their content and is not responsible for it. Listing here does not constitute an endorsement. Last reviewed: September 2026. If you find a broken link or outdated number, please let us know so we can update it.

Complimentary Consultation

Start by Telling Catherine What Happened.

The other side may already be building its case.

You don't need to know whether your situation is a DTPA claim before you contact an attorney. Start with what happened. Catherine will listen, ask questions, and help you understand whether Texas consumer protection law may apply and what options may be available.

(713) 555-0100

Houston, Texas | Serving Clients Across Texas

When something has gone seriously wrong, you're trying to figure out what happened, what your rights are, and what comes next.

Meanwhile, an insurance company, corporation, property owner, employer, or other business may already be investigating the situation, evaluating its exposure, and deciding how to respond. Catherine Levacy knows that process from the inside.

For much of her career, Catherine defended insurance companies, corporations, and employers. Today, she puts that experience to work representing people who need someone in their corner. At Levacy Law, you aren't a case number in a high-volume operation.

Complimentary Consultation

Start by Telling Catherine What Happened.

The other side may already be building its case.

You don't need to know whether your situation is a DTPA claim before you contact an attorney. Start with what happened. Catherine will listen, ask questions, and help you understand whether Texas consumer protection law may apply and what options may be available.

(713) 555-0100

Houston, Texas | Serving Clients Across Texas

When something has gone seriously wrong, you're trying to figure out what happened, what your rights are, and what comes next.

Meanwhile, an insurance company, corporation, property owner, employer, or other business may already be investigating the situation, evaluating its exposure, and deciding how to respond. Catherine Levacy knows that process from the inside.

For much of her career, Catherine defended insurance companies, corporations, and employers. Today, she puts that experience to work representing people who need someone in their corner. At Levacy Law, you aren't a case number in a high-volume operation.