Emotional Resources
Emotional Support Services
If you have been raped, you may be feeling:
- a variety of strong emotions--fear, anxiety, depression, guilt, disorientation, powerlessness, shame, shock, disbelief, embarrassment, denial, anger;
- a number of physical problems--sleep disturbances, nausea, stomach problems, change in eating habits, nightmares;
- confused and alone, wondering if or how you should tell your family and friends;
- that, even though the rape occurred a while ago, you would now like to talk to someone about what happened.
Whatever your feelings, there are support services available to help you.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Counseling &
Psychological Services
501 Student Health Center
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
814-863-0395
CAPS provides services to students about a range of personal concerns and is available to provide psychological support to you in crisis situations such as rape. Call or stop by the office to schedule an appointment for counseling services.
If you specify that it is an emergency situation or that you are in crisis, you can be seen the same day by a staff member. The CAPS staff includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, a rape crisis counselor, and psychiatric providers. CAPS therapists will help you deal with the emotional aftermath of rape and explore your options for legal action and medical care. Therapy groups for victims of sexual assault or incest are offered regularly.
The Center for Women Students (CWS)
Center for Women Students
204 Boucke Building
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
814-863-2027
CWS offers information, referrals, and advocacy for sexual assault victims. Information regarding academic options following a sexual assault is also available through the center. Call to make an appointment.
Off-Campus - Women's Resource Center
Centre County
Women's Resource Center
140 W. Nittany Avenue
24-hour hotline
877-234-5050
The Centre County Women's Resource Center is a community agency with a 24-hour hot line staffed with volunteers who are trained to help you through the process of dealing with the emotional, legal, and medical issues of sexual assault. They can accompany you to the hospital and court proceedings. They also provide information, short-term counseling, referrals for longer-term counseling, and support groups for women who have been victims of sexual assault and incest.