A Reader Responds:
Just another suggestion:
National Help
I want to recommend that she call the RAINN (Rape, Abuse
Incest National Network) toll-free, 24 hour, CONFIDENTIAL
hotline and talk to a counselor trained to handle this situation
specifically.
1-800-656-HOPE
Help in Kansas
Also, since I used to be rape crisis counselor in Kansas,
and if she is in the Lawrence area, she can call:
785-841-2345
and ask to speak to a RVSS advocate (Rape Victim-Survivor
Service).
No, you have not yet been raped, but rape crisis counselors
can still help you.
Toll-Free Help in Kansas
And Kansas has yet another toll free hotline:
1-800-END-ABUSE
Counselors and Clergy Are Required To Report
The problem with talking to a school counselor, or a clergy
person is that they are mandated reporters (meaning they
MUST report child abuse), which may not be a step she is
willing to take (although reporting it to authorities may
seem like the thing to do to outside adults).
Working Out a Safe Plan
A phone call can be anonymous, and she can work out a
safe plan with the counselor. The counselor will also be
able to direct her to appropriate local resources.
– Concerned
Female, age 23, Kansas
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