AdobeStock_414793692_Preview

About The Rape Crisis Center

The Rape Crisis Center of Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. offers FREE and CONFIDENTIAL services to victims of sexual violence and their friends, family and loved ones.

RCC Services

Advocacy and Therapy Services

  • 24-hour crisis response
  • 24-hour crisis hotline
  • Law enforcement advocacy and accompaniment
  • Court advocacy and accompaniment
  • Assistance with Crime Victim's Compensation
  • Assistance with the filing of protective orders
  • Information and referrals
  • Support groups
  • Group therapy
  • Individual therapy - Therapy services are facilitated by licensed clinicians utilizing evidence-based treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).

Community Engagement and Outreach Services

Connecting the community to our work. Interested in learning more about your local rape crisis center or a sexual violence-related topic. Presentations available in-person and virtual. Schedule a resource table or request RCC materials.

Click for more on RCC Community Engagement and Outreach Services.

Presentation Topics:

  • RCC Introduction - Overview of the Coastal Horizons Rape Crisis Center program and services.
  • Sexual Violence 101 - Presentation about the "need to know" information on sexual violence.
  • Secondary / Vicarious Trauma - Gain knowledge on secondary trauma. Learn how to take care of oneself while working in trauma.
  • RCC Simulation - Interactive discussion and scenarios designed for community agencies to build on their skills in handling a disclosure and supporting survivors.
  • Safe Zone - LGBTQ awareness and ally training.
  • Human Trafficking 101 - Explores the topic of human trafficking, identifying victims, and its impact on the Cape Fear region.
  • Bar Outreach Efforts - Bystander Intervention, Consent-messaging, and DFSA resources for local breweries and bars.
  • Coffee and Consent - Presentation explaining the basics and necessity of consent in a relaxed environment.
  • Birds, Bees, and Sexting - Open discussion with parents, guardians, and caregivers on sexual health talk throughout childhood.
  • Protecting Me - Explores sexual violence topics and protective factors for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Shifting Boundaries and Healthy Relationships - Focus on boundaries, bullying, sexual violence, and how to report in youth settings.

And to learn more about our volunteer opportunities, visit our Volunteer page.