On/Off Campus Resources
File a Title IX Report
The University encourages anyone who experiences or learns about an incident of sexual misconduct or gender-based discrimination to file a Title IX report immediately so the University can respond accordingly.
Disclaimer: We have included links to other websites and we encourage students and employees to evaluate the materials and to use what they find to be helpful. Please keep in mind that Suffolk University cannot assume responsibility for information on other web sites. For personal assistance, Suffolk University students should contact Counseling, Health and Wellness at 617-573-8226 to schedule an appointment with one of our professional counselors.
Assistance is available after normal business hours, on the weekends and holidays by calling Counseling, Health and Wellness at 617-573-8226 and following the prompts to be connected with a mental health professional.
Resources
On Campus Resources
Director of Title IX and Clery Act Compliance
Catherine A. LaRaia, J.D.
Director of Title IX and Clery Act Compliance
13th floor, 73 Tremont Street, Room 1329
(617) 573-8053
Suffolk University Counseling, Health and Wellness (CHW) (for Students Only)
CHW Counseling Services
617-573-8226
73 Tremont Street, 5th floor
Professional counselors at Counseling, Health and Wellness provide free, confidential services to students regarding sexual assault and sexual misconduct. Professional counselors will maintain a summary of the incident for record keeping but will not share the victim's/survivor’s name without their permission. Professional counselors are available to assist victims/survivors in a crisis situation and provide information about options, including medical assistance, psychological counseling, University disciplinary action, and legal prosecution. Professional counselors can provide safe, confidential support during this difficult period and can inform students of common reactions to crises and discuss coping methods that may assist students immediately following a sexual assault and/or other sexual misconduct and after. Talking about concerns with one of these counselors may help students sort through feelings and decide what to do. An individual appointment with a counselor may be made by contacting Counseling, Health and Wellness at 617-573-8226 or the victim/survivor may be seen without an appointment at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. In an emergency, the victim/survivor will be seen immediately. After business hours, students may speak with a licensed clinician by calling Counseling, Health and Wellness at 617-573-8226 and following the prompts.
CHW Health
617-573-8260
73 Tremont Street, 5th floor
Students can receive free medical care and referrals for follow-up care, emergency contraception and screening and testing for sexually transmitted infections. Please note: Counseling, Health and Wellness does not have a sexual assault nurse examiner on staff.
The Office of Disability Services
73 Tremont Street, 9th floor
617-573-8034 | [email protected]
Interfaith Center (for Students Only)
8 Ashburton Place
Sawyer Building, Room 823
617-573-8325
The Interfaith Center provides confidential pastoral care and support for victims/survivors of sexual assault and sexual misconduct and other Suffolk students.
Resident Assistant (RA) or Residence Life and Housing Staff Member (for Students Only)
617-305-2500
Central Office
73 Tremont Street, 7th floor
Residence Life and Housing staff are also available in each residence hall.
Dean of Students Office (for Students and Employees Who Are Concerned About Students)
For Students in the Law School
Laura Ferrari
Vice President for Student Affairs
120 Tremont Street, 4th floor
617-573-8157
The deans provide support and referrals for follow-up care. They will provide information about reporting and complaint procedures and accommodations for class changes, living arrangements, course incompletes, or withdrawals, and will provide referrals for counseling and medical treatment.
Human Resources (for Employees and Students Concerned About an Employee)
Boris Lazic
Chief Human Resources Officer
73 Tremont Street, 13th floor
Off Campus Resources
General Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Resources
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
Offers free confidential services to sexual assault survivors, their friends, and families. 24-hour confidential hotline that provides survivors of sexual assault with telephone counseling and personal support.
800-841-8371 (24-hour hotline)
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence
Offers free and confidential community-based direct services, including support groups, legal and community, and advocacy.
Support Services 781-891-0724 | 800-889-4000 (24-hour hotline)
RESPOND
Provides shelter, support services, training and education for survivors of domestic violence.
617-623-5900 | TTY/TDD: (800) 439-2370
HAVEN at Massachusetts General Hospital
Resource for domestic or sexual violence located at Mass General Hospital. HAVEN offers a variety of services to help all survivors of intimate partner abuse.
24hr Safelink 877-785-2020
Boston 617-724-0054
Chelsea 617-887-3513
Revere 781-485-6108
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center – Center for Violence Prevention and Recovery
Provides trauma-informed services and programs for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and community violence.
617-667-8141
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.
800-799-7233
Cultural Identity-Based Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Resources
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence (ATASK)
Assists Asian survivors of domestic violence and abuse with support services, shelters, and advocacy programs. 24-hour multilingual hotline.
617-338-2355
Casa Myrna
Provides services to survivors of domestic violence, providing safety, resources, shelter, advocacy and information in Spanish and English.
617-521-0100
MA Alliance of Portuguese Speakers
Offers Brazilian, Cabo Verdean, Portuguese and other Portuguese-speaking communities with crisis intervention, safety planning, information, guided referrals, medical and legal advocacy, supportive listening and related services around domestic violence and sexual assault.
617-864-7600
Saheli Boston
Offers non-judgmental & culturally sensitive domestic & sexual violence services to South Asian and Arab survivors and their families.
866-472-4354
Ujima: The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community.
Ujima was founded in response to a need for an active approach to ending domestic, sexual and community violence in the Black community.
Disability Resources
De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
De Novo provides legal help in the areas of housing, and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health services and case management to help clients cope with emotional support of trauma.
Counseling Assistance: Call Lauren Shebairo, Clinical Director at 617-405-5467.
Legal Help: Call our Intake and Referral Line at 617- 661-1010.
Disability Law Center (DLC)
The Disability Law Center is the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agency for Massachusetts. DLC is a private, non-profit organization responsible for providing protection and advocacy for the rights of Massachusetts residents with disabilities.
617-723-8455 | 800-872-9992
LGBQT+ Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Resources
Fenway Health Violence Recovery Program (VRP)
Provides counseling, support groups, advocacy, and referrals to survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, hate violence, and police misconduct. Specializes in working with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) individuals.
617-927-6250 | 800-834-3242 (toll free) | TYY 617-859-1256
The Network/LaRed
Works with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, kink, polyamorous, and queer communities to address and prevent partner abuse.
800-832-1901 24hr hotline
Legal Resources
De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
De Novo provides legal help in the areas of housing, and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health services and case management to help clients cope with emotional support of trauma.
Counseling Assistance: Call Lauren Shebairo, Clinical Director at 617-405-5467.
Legal Help: Call our Intake and Referral Line at 617- 661-1010.
Disability Law Center (DLC)
The Disability Law Center is the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agency for Massachusetts. DLC is a private, non-profit organization responsible for providing protection and advocacy for the rights of Massachusetts residents with disabilities.
617-723-8455 | 800-872-9992
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
An independent state agency that enforces the Massachusetts anti-discrimination laws by investigating discrimination complaints.
617-994-6000 | TYY 617-994-6196 | 617-994-6071 Multi-linguist
Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition
Provides resources and services to ensure the wellbeing, safety, and lived equity of all trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive community members in Massachusetts. Offers an identity document assistance, free legal assistance, and financial assistance.
617-778-0519
Victims Rights Law Center
Provides free, comprehensive civil legal services for survivors of sexual violence.
Toll free: 877-758-8132 x19 Toll free (Español): 877-758-8132 x35
Immigration Resources
Catholic Charities Boston
Provides free legal assistance and other support services to individuals of all immigration statuses in Massachusetts.
617-464-8500
De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
De Novo provides legal help in the areas of housing, and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health services and case management to help clients cope with emotional support of trauma.
Counseling Assistance: Call Lauren Shebairo, Clinical Director at 617-405-5467.
Legal Help: Call our Intake and Referral Line at 617- 661-1010.
Military/Veteran Resources
Department of Defense Safe Helpline
Offers a secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support service, specially designed for members of the military affected by sexual assault.
877-995-5247
General Medical Resources
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
For a primary care physician, emergency room or urgent care.
617-667-7000
Fenway Health
For a primary care physician, emergency room or urgent care.
617-267-0900
Massachusetts General Hospital
For a primary care physician, for emergency room or urgent care.
617-726-2000
Transgender Health Program
Located at Massachusetts General Hospital and offers comprehensive primary care and services for transgender and LGBQT+ individuals.
617-643-7210
Tufts Medical Center
For a primary care physician, emergency room or urgent care.
617-636-5000