For people healing from violence, exploitation, or complex trauma.
Safelight (Hendersonville)
A nonprofit organization serving survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and child abuse in Henderson County. Safelight provides a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, and comprehensive support services for individuals and families. They also help with facilitation of forensic interviews.
🔗 https://www.safelightfamily.org
📲Crisis Line: 828-693-3840
Helpmate (Asheville)
A nonprofit organization serving survivors of intimate partner violence in Buncombe County. Helpmate provides a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, and survivor support services.
🔗 https://helpmateonline.org
📲Crisis Line: 828-254-0516
Our VOICE (Asheville Area)
A Buncombe County-based nonprofit serving survivors of sexual violence and human trafficking. Services include a 24-hour crisis line, hospital accompaniment, advocacy, counseling referrals, and community education centered on survivor safety and dignity.
Website: https://www.ourvoicenc.org
📲Crisis Line: 828-255-7576
SeekHealing (Asheville/Waynesville)
A peer-led mental health organization offering groups, courses, and community spaces focused on trauma healing and emotional regulation. Programs emphasize nervous-system awareness, empowerment, and connection rather than clinical treatment.
Website: https://www.seekhealing.org
📲 Phone Line: (828) 222-5029
Pisgah Legal Services
A nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal services to low-income individuals across Western North Carolina, including survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Services include help with protective orders, housing issues, and safety-related legal needs.
Website: https://www.pisgahlegal.org
📲Main phone: (828) 253-0406