Fresh Start – new beginnings works through Suffolk and Norfolk, and was set up to provide a therapeutic service for children and young people up to 21 years who have reported being sexually abused and to offer support for their families.
Their aim is to help children and young people make sense of the confusion they feel and to teach them coping strategies to deal with the difficulties they face.
FSNB highlights their strengths and potential so that they are able to move from victim to survivor.
Values
To provide a therapeutic service to child victims of sexual abuse that is tailored to their unique individual needs taking account of their race, heritage, religion, gender, age, ability, beliefs, sexual orientation and their wishes. They aim to help these children and young people overcome their trauma and confusion by helping them understand what has happened to them, giving them tools to overcome difficulties and teaching them to identify their strengths and potential.