Outreach Support Services

We are here to RECOGNISE and acknowledge your situation.
We are here to SUPPORT your decisions about your life.
We are here to work with you to EMPOWER to achieve the best outcome for you.

We Meet You Where You Are
You don’t need to have left the relationship, made a decision, or know exactly what you want. Our outreach team offers gentle, non-judgmental support wherever you are emotionally and physically.
We can meet:
• At one of our Clinics around County Wicklow – Bray, Greystones, Kilcoole, Wicklow Town, Arklow,
Rathdrum and Carnew.
• In a safe space in the community.
• Over the phone, whatever feels least overwhelming.

You are in control. We are here to walk alongside you, not lead the way for you.

What Support Looks Like
Our Domestic Abuse Support workers are trained to:
• Listen with care and without judgment.
• Help you feel safe, seen, and believed.
• Support your decisions, without pressure or expectation.
• Explain the cycle of abuse and help you understand what you’re feeling (you are not “too sensitive” or “going mad”).
• Help you build a safety plan, when and if you’re ready.
• Support practical needs like housing, finances, or court orders, without rushing or overwhelming you
• Offer emotional support and grounding tools.

Why This Matters

Abuse often takes away your sense of control. Our work is about giving it back. Through every conversation, we aim to help you feel safer in your decisions, and your future.

There’s no right time. Whether you’re in crisis or just thinking things through, we’re here. Everything you tell us is confidential, and you will never be forced to do anything you’re not ready for.

Call our Outreach team Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0860597560 or Bray Womens Refuge helpline 24/7 012866163

Understanding and Healing

Whether you’re still in the relationship, have recently left, or are rebuilding your life, We offer you support where you feel safest, whether that’s in a community setting, or a private space in one of our clinics.

Psycho-educational support is about giving you the knowledge and tools to understand abuse and how it affects you. It’s not counselling or therapy—but it is an important part of healing.

We support you to:

-Understand the different forms of abuse (emotional, financial, coercive control, etc.).
-Learn how abuse impacts your mental health, self-worth, and decision-making.
-Recognise warning signs and patterns that may be hard to see when you’re in the middle of it.
-Develop coping strategies, build confidence, and start setting healthy boundaries.
-Reclaim your sense of self after months or years of being made to feel powerless.

How It Works

Psycho-educational support is offered:
One-to-one with a Domestic Abuse Outreach worker who meets you where you are.
You don’t need to be ready to leave the relationship to get support. Sometimes, just understanding what’s happening can be the first powerful step forward.

Why It Matters

Many people experiencing domestic abuse feel isolated, confused, or unsure if what they’re going through “counts” as abuse. Through psycho-educational support, we help you see things more clearly so you can make informed choices about your safety, your well-being, and your future.