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FACTSHEET:
Anger and Trauma

Anger is usually a central feature of a survivor's response to trauma because it is a core component of the survival response in humans. Anger helps people cope with life's adversities by providing us with increased energy to persist in the face of obstacles. However, uncontrolled anger can lead to a continued sense of being out of control of oneself and can create multiple problems in the personal lives of those who suffer from PTSD.

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Resource Guide: Greenwich House : Children's Safety Project

Address:

27 Barrow Street
New York, NY 10014
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Contact: Roberta Shafter Ph.D, LCSW , Program Coordinator
Phone: 212 242-4140 x237
Fax: updating
E-Mail: rshafter@greenwichhouse.org
Languages: Spanish
Website: Go
Hours: M-F, by appt/some eve
Handicapped Accessible

Populations served:

Survivors of sexual assault / abuse, physical abuse, witness to domestic violence and witness or victim to other crimes, including:
  • all ages 2-21.
  • non-offending parents.
  • significant others.
  • undocumented immigrants.

Fees for services:

Sliding scale. Nobody refused service because of inability to pay.     

Medical Services

  • Psychiatric evaluations by referral.

Advocacy:

  • Criminal justice advocacy.
  • Other types of advocacy for parent and child.

Counseling:

  • Short-term individual.
  • Long-term individual.
  • Group counseling.

Other Services:

  • Information and referral services.
  • Play therapy for children.
  • Family therapy.
  • Classes in personal safety for children (open to the general community).

Educational / Training Services

  • Community education.
  • Professional trainings.

Special Considerations

  • No client is refused service for inability to pay.
  • We respect client confidentiality.

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