Our Approach

The Brave Step Approach

Trauma therapy is not one-size-fits-all. It is critical for Brave Step to help you map a realistic plan to address the life-impacting effects of sexual abuse. As a survivor-led organization, our secret to success is understanding firsthand what it’s like and creating a place, both online and in person, where individuals are safe, understood and supported. It’s also critical to identify an appropriate therapist based on his/her qualifications for assisting the courageous.

Who We Help:

  • Men and women impacted by sexual abuse
  • Parents and immediate family members affected by abuse
  • Spouses or close friends of the courageous

Program Fee:

As a survivor or the loved one of a survivor, you deserve to lead your best life, but quality trauma care can be expensive, difficult to find, and challenging to understand what services will garner the best outcomes. Brave Step makes the process easier and allows more survivors and their loved ones the opportunity to access care. A benefit of Brave Step’s program is personalized service, one that is designed to give you optimal results that are affordable and obtainable.

  • Many of Brave Step’s carefully vetted therapists accept insurance. Our team works diligently to find the right fit for care and one who accepts your insurance.

  • For those without insurance, Brave Step has a sliding scale that is tailored to your specific situation.

  • A $50 application fee also is required prior to starting services.

Latest In The News

As a survivor-led organization, our secret to success is understanding firsthand what it’s like and creating a place, both online and in person, where individuals are safe, understood and supported.

Color It Blue 2025

Color It Blue 2025

Join the Color It Blue MovementEveryone is impacted by sexual violence. In April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month, join Brave Step as we "Color It Blue." Color It Blue is Brave Step’s signature campaign to encourage...

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Brave Step: A Toast to 10

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2024 Tee It Up for Brave Step

2024 Tee It Up for Brave Step

Welcome to Tee It Up for Brave Step! “Tee It Up for Brave Step” is a family-friendly event, celebrating 10 years of walking alongside those impacted by sexual violence. To drive this mission forward, bring your family, friends and coworkers as we give back...

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2024 Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

2024 Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank April 1-8, 2024 | Walk or Run Anywhere Be a Changemaker. Each step you take fuels life-changing minutes of counseling and support by Brave Step. Sexual violence impacts us all. The pain is often reflected in the...

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Color It Blue in April 2024

Color It Blue in April 2024

How will you Color It Blue? Sexual violence impacts us all. In April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month, join Brave Step as we "Color It Blue." Color It Blue is Brave Step's signature campaign to encourage survivors, loved...

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2023 Tee It Up for Brave Step

2023 Tee It Up for Brave Step

Tee It Up for Brave StepWelcome to Tee It Up for Brave Step! “Tee It Up for Brave Step” is a family-friendly event, celebrating nine years of walking alongside those impacted by sexual violence. To drive this mission forward, bring your family, friends and coworkers...

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2023 Color It Blue

2023 Color It Blue

Color It BlueSexual violence impacts us all. In April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month, join Brave Step as we "Color It Blue." Color It Blue is Brave Step's signature campaign to encourage survivors, loved ones, allies and...

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2022 Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

2022 Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie BankApril 2-9, 2022, Participate from any locationBe a Changemaker. Each step you take fuels life-changing minutes of counseling and support by Brave Step.Sexual violence impacts us all. The pain is often reflected in...

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Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank

Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank May 17-23, 2021, Participate from any locationSexual violence impacts us all. The pain is often reflected in the faces of the people you see every day at your job, in the community, and even within your family....

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Color It Blue Featured on WBTV

Color It Blue Featured on WBTV

New Interview! WBTV Brave Step's 'Color It Blue' movement returning in April WBTV's Nia Harden interviewed board member Katie Hodges about the third annual Color It Blue campaign, how the community could get involved and why this efforts is critical. 

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2025 Brave Step Walk/Run

2025 Brave Step Walk/Run

Walk, Run or Hike for our CauseBrave Step Virtual Walk/RunApril 1-30, 2025 Walk anywhere at any timeThis April, step into action with Brave Step during our annual Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run, a powerful part of our Color It Blue "Move"ment. Let’s come together to show...

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Rooted and Rising

Rooted and Rising

Rooted and Rising 3-part Survivor Workshop Series Rooted in Resilience: Grounding Techniques for Everyday Strength Reclaiming Intimacy: Navigating Sexuality After Trauma Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Substance Use and Reconnecting with Your Body As part of the...

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