First Step Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland
Supporting male survivors of sexual abuse and rape, and their loved ones

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First Step is an organisation run for male survivors and their supporters of sexual abuse and rape.

We provide free confidential services to male survivors of sexual abuse and their supporters living in the city of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to enable survivors to make the “First Step” towards feeling less isolated through increased personal power to makes choices.

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1979 Counselling sessions provided per year

86% of clients reported feeling more hopeful for the future

97% referrals seen within 7 days

87% of clients reported having developed better coping strategies

100% of clients felt valued and heard by their counsellor

67% of clients reported feeling less isolated

83% of clients reported feeling less guilt or shame

100% of clients felt safe and comfortable with their counsellor

When I first came to First Step for an assessment I was advised that the work would be very much at my own pace.  This was important to me, I didn’t want to feel that I was being pushed into talking about things that I wasn’t ready to discuss.  If that had happened I would have walked away.

Previous Client

I can honestly say that my life has changed so much for the better.  Even the relationships with people around me have improved.

Previous Client

First Step without question saved my life and marriage. I am now alive and free to exist in peace and with confidence.

Previous Client

The staff were amazing, so patient, so understanding, and this may sound strange but so ‘human’. I’ve been to other counselling outlets and it can be very subdued and impersonal. With First Step it was completely the opposite.

Previous Client

I have been listened to, supported and above all believed which has made my reluctance to open up much easier.

Previous Client