Through the Hub Without Walls (HWoW)  initiative, Trauma Counsellors at the Sexual Assault Crisis Centre (SACC) provide long-term, trauma-informed counselling to survivors of gender-based violence (GBV).

The role is embedded at SACC, but operates as part of the broader HWoW network, with a focus on reaching diverse and underserved communities. 

Our trauma counsellors expand access to support for survivors of GBV who may not traditionally qualify for services, addressing a critical service gap.

Our Trauma Counsellors provide safe, supportive spaces for survivors to heal and rebuild. They:

• Offer specialized, trauma-focused counselling tailored to each survivor’s needs (including neurofeedback, where applicable) .

• Provide flexible support (in person, virtually, and at different times of day) to meet survivors where they are.

• Travel across Windsor-Essex to ensure counselling is accessible in different communities at at different agencies.

• Work closely with HWoW partners to make sure care is coordinated and wraparound.

• Help survivors process trauma, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience for long-term healing.

• Provide inclusive, culturally responsive services, including specialized support for 2SLGBTQIA+ survivors and those from culturally diverse and marginalized communities.