Trauma Informed Support for Children Affected by Domestic Abuse in Peterborough & Cambridgeshire

Embrace Child Victim of Crime (CVoC) is providing vital emotional help to children and young people in Peterborough and Cambridgeshire who have been affected by domestic abuse.

The service offers short-term emotional support and counselling, delivering up to 10 sessions for children and young people aged 7 to 18 years. The support is designed to help young people understand and process their experiences, build emotional resilience and improve wellbeing.

Children are eligible for the service provided they are not in direct contact with the perpetrator of the abuse, ensuring that support is delivered in a safe and appropriate environment. All referrals received by the service are carefully triaged to assess suitability, helping to ensure that children receive the right level of support at the right time.

Referrals can be made by professionals including social workers, Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) and the Victims Hub. This professional referral pathway helps identify children who may be struggling with the emotional impact of domestic abuse and would benefit from early intervention.

Referrals can be made here https://embracecvoc.org.uk/refer-a-child/

Please ensure you have gained parental consent to refer prior to making a referral to us for support. 

Domestic abuse can have a significant and long-lasting effect on children and young people. This service recognises the importance of early emotional support in helping to reduce trauma and promote healing.

By offering a safe space to talk and access structured emotional support, the service aims to help children and young people regain confidence, develop coping strategies and move forward positively.