Counseling & Treatment

Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health and substance use disorders. Can connect you with local treatment providers.

Confidential support for people concerned about their own sexual thoughts or behaviors. Trained specialists provide guidance, resources, and referrals to local treatment. No judgment — they are here to help.

Text-based 24/7 crisis counseling. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor. Free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or mental health crisis.

Call or text 988 to reach a trained crisis counselor 24/7. Provides free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health distress. Available nationwide.

The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA) maintains a searchable directory of certified treatment providers across the US and internationally who specialize in working with individuals with sexual behavior problems.

National nonprofit dedicated to stopping sexual abuse through research, education, and advocacy. Provides a referral network to specialized treatment programs and maintains a national database of sex offense-specific treatment providers.

Community-based support model providing reintegration support for individuals returning from prison with sex offense convictions. Trained volunteers form a "circle" of support to help with housing, employment, and social connection.

A project of the U.S. Department of Justice that supports the effective management and treatment of individuals who have committed sex offenses. Provides resources, training, and technical assistance to treatment professionals and agencies.

Illinois-based cognitive-behavioral treatment program for individuals with sex offenses. Offers outpatient individual and group therapy, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention. Has sliding-scale fee options and works with court-mandated clients.

Pacific Northwest specialists in sex offense-specific treatment. Provides individual therapy, group treatment, and psychosexual evaluations. Works with both court-mandated and voluntary clients. Sliding scale fees available based on income.

Florida-based nonprofit offering peer-led support groups and community reintegration resources for individuals with sex offense backgrounds. Provides housing assistance referrals, employment support, and a judgment-free community.

Online community and resource hub supporting men who have experienced sexual trauma. Offers peer forums, professional resources, and crisis support. Inclusive environment for healing from trauma that may underlie problematic sexual behaviors.

Network of clinicians specializing in sexual health, paraphilias, and sex offense treatment. Offers telehealth across multiple states. Specializes in evidence-based treatment including CBT, ACT, and Good Lives Model approaches.

Statewide professional association for Texas sex offense treatment providers. Maintains a referral list of licensed therapists specializing in sex offense treatment throughout Texas. Members adhere to ATSA ethical standards.

California Sex Offender Management Board maintains a directory of approved treatment providers across California. Providers are vetted and certified by the state. Covers individual therapy, group treatment, and intensive outpatient programs.

Minnesota Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers maintains a statewide referral network of certified sex offense treatment providers. Providers listed use evidence-based practices and have specialized training in this population.

Washington state counseling center offering sex offense-specific treatment for adults and adolescents. Provides individual and group therapy, psychosexual evaluations, and polygraph coordination. Sliding scale fees available.

New York State Office of Mental Health maintains a list of Sex Offender Management and Treatment Act (SOMTA) approved treatment providers and community supervision resources throughout New York State.

SAMHSA's online treatment locator helps you find local mental health and substance use treatment providers. Filter by location, payment options, and specialization. Many providers listed have experience with the sex offense population.

Colorado-based nonprofit providing community reintegration support, peer mentorship, and circles of support for individuals with sex offense backgrounds. Facilitates healthy community connections and accountability-based support.