What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another person through fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use of violence. Domestic violence also includes any actions or threats of actions that are used to influence another person.

If you or someone you know may be in an abusive relationship, please call our hotline at 866.627.4747 to talk to someone about it or to learn about our domestic violence services.

Domestic Violence Can Be:

Physical
Sexual
Emotional
Psychological
Economic
Spiritual

Do You:

Have constant fear of your partner?
Feel helplessness or emotionless?
Believe you deserve to be mistreated?
Feel humiliated?
Feel embarrassed to disclose to your friends/family?
Feel your partner blames you for their own abusive behavior?
Feel your partner’s temper is unpredictable?
Feel your partner always tries to control you?

If you have experienced any or all of the above you may be in an abusive relationship; please call our hotline at 866.627.4747 to talk to someone about it or click here to learn about our domestic violence services.

Domestic violence often occurs in cycles, with periods of “normal or happy times” followed by increased tension and abuse. The cycle of violence repeats, sometimes over a period of months, sometimes within the same day. Domestic violence can affect anyone, regardless of income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Domestic violence occurs in same-sex relationships, and men can be victims as well.

Crisis Center of West Texas offers:

Emergency Assistance

Survivors are encouraged to call our Hotline (1-866-627-4747) for immediate assistance. Our advocates will discuss safety planning, shelter options, counseling opportunities and available resources, so each survivor can make informed decisions. We offer referrals to other community resources and provide emotional support. Concerned friends and family members are also encouraged to call to have their questions answered and to learn about helpful services for their loved one. Crisis Intervention and Advocacy are available during regular business hours on a walk-in basis, no appointment necessary (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

Hospital Accompaniment

Our dedicated advocates report directly to local hospitals, 24-hours-a-day, to support survivors, share information about resources available to them, provide a shoulder to lean on and advocate on their behalf with medical and law enforcement professionals. Advocates also provide accompaniment to prosecutor’s offices and courts.

Counseling for Domestic Violence Survivors

We provide individual and group counseling and support services for survivors of domestic violence. Community-based counseling and advocacy services are provided for individuals with special needs. Services provided in English and Spanish, and all languages are accommodated.

Training and Education

Crisis Center of West Texas is committed to working with our communities to build greater understanding of the issues of domestic and sexual violence. Each year, our staff train and educate thousands of medical, law enforcement, mental health and legal professionals, youth, university students and administrators, educators, faith-based leaders, community leaders, volunteers and advocates. For more information, please contact the Community Services Department at 432.333.2527.