Teen & Child Advocacy
Being a kid or a teenager isn’t easy. It can be hard to talk to an adult about how you’re feeling or to explain what’s happening to you. Whether it’s bullying, an unhealthy relationship, or problems at home, we are here to help. These issues have evolved alongside social media. Someone may harass you during school, online, after school, or through messaging apps. Telling a trusted adult about this is a great first step towards ending it. We offer crisis intervention, one-on-one support, groups, and education about the many issues minors navigate on a daily basis. Parents, students, and peers can benefit from the information we provide on how to recognize these issues and confront them safely.
No matter where bullying, dating violence, or domestic violence occurs, it can be very scary and make you feel alone. It can happen to anyone regardless of age, gender, or sexuality. You may be afraid of retaliation for reaching out for help. Our services are 100% confidential and our office is a judgement-free zone. We are also a safe space for LGBTQIA+ people. No matter what your situation is, we are here to help.
Your safety is important. No one deserves that kind of treatment.
Warning Signs of Teen Dating Violence
- Using insults, intimidation, or humiliation
- Extreme jealousy, insecurity, or controlling behavior
- Isolation from friends and family
- Unwanted sexual contact of any kind
- Explosive temper or unusual moodiness
- Constantly monitoring social media activities or location
- Invasions of privacy; showing up unannounced
- Leaving unwanted items, gifts, or flowers
- Abusing alcohol or drugs
- Threatening or causing physical violence; scratches, bruises
What is Teen Dating Violence?
Dating is an inevitable part of life that many experience for the first time as a teenager. Healthy relationships, however, require hard work, communication, and
Love Is Respect
Highly-trained advocates offer support, information and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. We also provide information and support
Power to Decide
Your friends are great and Google return thousands of answers to any question in seconds. But how can you know that any of those answers are accurate? What do
QUIZ: is it love or control?
They say they care, and you know they do, but sometimes it feels too much. Are their actions caring…. or controlling? Be honest with yourself. http://lovegoodbadugly.com/quiz-is-it-love-or-control/
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