It is possible to feel better after a trauma. Getting help doesn't mean that you're weak or crazy... It's normal to feel fear, anger or depression after an emotionally or physically painful event. It's normal to have nightmares and unwanted thoughts, as well.


Sometimes these symptoms go away, but for many people, they do not. In fact, the symptoms can become more severe, causing a person to lose a job, lose relationships, and become a victim to her own mind.


Victim Services Center was established to help victims recover from the effects of trauma. It is possible to feel better. It is possible to get rid of symptoms so that they don't return.


Victims and Witnesses of crime from the ages of three and older qualify for our services either through a grant and/or through Victim Compensation. For those who suffer from traumatic events other than a current or past crime, we accept some insurance and offer a very reasonable sliding scale.


We utilize very effective approaches that have proven to help people through their traumas in a relatively short amount of time.

Our services include:

• One-on-one trauma resolution

• Educational groups for domestic violence victims

• Court support groups

• Bereavement After Violent Death support group

• Yoga

• Community Education

But I'm afraid to look at what happened to me...

This, too, is a normal reaction. Unfortunately it is a reaction that traps people into long-term pain and discomfort. What may surprise you is how quickly you can feel better.

We Help Children
We have special programs for children who have been victims of violence or who have witnessed violence.

Bilingual Counselors
Counseling is also available in Spanish and Creole. Call us.

Hours of Operation
Our hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Services are by appointment only.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call (305) 374-9990.

or email: info@vscmiami.org