MST, DV & IPV specific services
Brighter Tomorrows, Inc.
Main Phone: 1(631)395-1800
P.O. Box 706, Shirley, NY 11967
Website: Brighter Tomorrows
Founded in 1986, Brighter Tomorrows, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) human service agency dedicated to empowering survivors of domestic violence. Call our hotline for shelter, legal assistance, counseling or housing options. Safety Planning is critical when leaving an abuser. Our trained advocates can help you make a plan that is safe for you and your children. No one should go through this difficult process alone. An advocate will meet you at court to file for an order of protection, child support and child custody. An attorney will be assigned to your case at no charge to you.
Long Island Against Domestic Violence
24/7 Hotline: 1(631) 666-8833
3285 Veterans Memorial Hwy a13, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Website: LIADV
L.I. Against Domestic Violence offers comprehensive, holistic services that address the multifaceted needs of a victim – including counseling, court and precinct advocacy, legal assistance, vocational and financial training, as well as shelter. We provide services that help to build on our client’s resiliency and promote lifelong healing. We welcome all victims of domestic violence, regardless of race, creed, language, gender, age, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status or other social class. All people deserve a life free from violence.
National Sexual Assault Hotline:
24/7 Hotline: 1(800) 656-HOPE (4673)
Text: HOPE to 64673 or chat online
Website: RAINN
RAINN is committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence, cultivating communities of anti-sexual violence activism, and promoting policies that deliver justice and hold perpetrators accountable.
The Retreat
Main Phone: (631) 329-4398
24-hr Bilingual Hotline (631) 329-2200
13 Goodfriend Drive, East Hampton, NY 11937
Website: The Retreat
The Retreat provides safety, shelter and support for children, adults and families affected by domestic violence, abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking.
We offer confidential, no-fee support services, including a 24-hour hotline, legal advocacy, counseling, emergency shelter, fatherhood training and prevention programming.
The Retreat helps people build safer, healthier, and more meaningful relationships and everyday connections.
United Veterans Beacon House
Main Phone: (631)665-1571
59 North Clinton Ave, Bayshore NY 11706
Website: United Veterans Beacon House
Short-term, long-term and transitional housing is provided throughout Long Island in 58 group homes, emergency shelters, and select single-family residences. Those eligible include homeless veterans, veterans with families, veterans and non-veterans with substance abuse and mental health issues, women in need of supportive housing, and those living with HIV/AIDS.
Every veteran resident has access to intensive case management, transportation and daily living essentials.
Services are made possible through funding from NYS OTDA, Veteran Administration, HUD, and Suffolk County
Vet Center (Babylon)
Main Phone: (631) 661-3930
100 West Main Street (2nd Floor), Babylon, NY 11702-3437
Website: MST Counseling Services
Military sexual trauma counseling may include individual or group counseling, marital and family counseling, referral for benefits assistance, liaison with community agencies or substance abuse information and referral to help you deal with the emotions of military sexual trauma and regain confidence in your everyday life. Any Veteran or service member, to include members of the National Guard and Reserve forces, who experienced MST is eligible to receive counseling regardless of era of service.
Veterans Affairs Medical Center MST (Military Sexual Trauma) Program
Main Phone: (631) 261-4400 ext. 7012
79 Middleville Rd. Northport, NY 11768
Email: Amanda.Sokolowski@va.gov
Website: MST Services
Military sexual trauma (MST) refers to sexual assault or threatening sexual harassment experienced during military service. Military sexual trauma can happen to anyone. If you’re having difficulties related to your experience of MST, we’re here to support you in whatever way will help you best. We can help you learn more about how MST affects people. We can provide treatment that helps you cope with how the experience of MST is impacting your life. Or if you’d prefer, we can provide treatment that involves discussing your experiences in more depth.