March 12, 2026
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Our helpline is often the first point of contact with the centre.
The helpline is a confidential support service for survivors, supporters, and professionals. We provide information, assistance, emotional support and schedule counselling/support appointments through our helpline.
Our Freephone number is 1800 633 333
and is operational Monday to Thursday from 9am-5pm and Friday from 9am-4pm.
The National 24hr Rape Crisis Helpline Freephone number is 1800 788 888.
We provide assistance and information if you are considering reporting to the Gardaí or would like accompaniment to speak with the Gardaí or make a formal complaint.
We also offer support and accompaniment for survivors who are navigating the court process in Kerry. You do not have to be a client of the Centre to avail of this service.
Staff at the Centre can make referrals to or liaise with other agencies and services on behalf of clients.
KRSAC particiaptes in individual & systems advocacy with and on behalf of people who have experienced rape and/ or sexual violence.
We offer one-to-one confidential counselling with accredited counsellors.
Counselling is a process that allows you to work through issues that may be causing you distress or confusion with a professional who is qualified to help you. KRSAC counsellors are highly qualified, experienced, compassionate and non-judgmental.
Being able to talk to someone can often help someone recognize their strengths and capabilities and better understand how their difficulties may be a normal response to trauma.
Counselling can help develop coping strategies and offer a safe space to explore and process experiences. If you are interested in counselling please call our helpline.
We offer one-to-one confidential counselling with accredited counsellors.
KRSAC has a dedicated adolescent counsellor to provide counselling for adolescents aged 14+ who have experienced any form of sexual violence or abuse which could be rape, sexual assault, online sexual abuse, or sexual harassment.
KRSAC is a safe place for young people to explore their thoughts,feelings and concerns without being judged.
Their parents, are also encouraged to avail of the support provided for them.
Parental consent from non-offending parents is required for under 18s.
Sexual violence can impact every aspect of a survivor's life, including the people close to them.
If someone who you care about has experienced sexual violence and you would like more information and support we are here for you too.
We are happy to meet with you to answer any questions, discuss ways to support a survivor and/or you can attend up to ten counselling sessions.
We work to raise awareness and prevent sexual violence through training and information sessions.
For further information please contact us.
From time to time the Kerry Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre receives funding to run support groups for survivors of rape, sexual violence/abuse and childhood sexual abuse.
Support groups provide a safe place for survivors to share their stories and support one another. These groups are facilitated by the KRSAC Counsellors.