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We’re here for you every step of the way.
The Blue Bench is with you from the earliest moments after sexual assault, through medical and legal logistics, to the support needed for long-term healing. We serve survivors of sexual assault 13 years of age and older of all gender identities, ethnic/racial identities, sexual identities, and religious backgrounds who live in our 9-county service area.
No matter where you are on your journey or how long ago the assault occurred, The Blue Bench will hear you, support you, and believe you.
To inquire about therapy (group or individual), case management services, or if you just want to discuss your options, call our resource line at 303-329-9922 (para Español, 303-329-9922) or email resourceline@thebluebench.org.
Reporting (Or Not)
Deciding whether to report sexual assault is a deeply personal choice. Survivors in Colorado have multiple options.
This can often be one of the most stressful decisions following a sexual assault. There may be people in your life who attempt to persuade you to report or not to report, but know that the choice is yours.
Survivors in Colorado can choose to file a formal report, pursue anonymous reporting, or simply gather information without deciding right away. Learn more about different reporting options.
Whatever your choice is, The Blue Bench can help you navigate the process.
Seeking Medical Care
Your health and safety matter, especially after you experience sexual assault.
The most common reason to seek medical care after an assault is for a “rape kit,” also known as a SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exam. A rape kit can be completed even if you’re unsure about reporting, allowing you to decide later. If you decide not to report, you may still get the exam to address other health concerns or injuries you have following your assault.
If you need help navigating the SANE and hospital process, The Blue Bench can provide a Hospital Advocate to accompany you to the hospital. A Hospital Advocate can also help you understand your options and available resources.
Our Hospital Advocates can be contacted through our 24/7 Sexual Assault Hotline at 303-322-7273.
Individual Therapy
You don’t have to navigate sexual assault alone. Our therapists provide time-limited, trauma-specific, individual and group therapy in English and Spanish. We do not bill insurance. Time limit is usually six months.
To learn more about receiving therapy services, call our resource line at 303-329-9922 or email resourceline@thebluebench.org.
We know that loved ones of survivors benefit from learning more about the impacts of sexual assault, talking with others about how to effectively support their loved ones, and getting support themselves. Explore our groups & workshops for family, friends, and partners of sexual assault survivors.
Groups & Workshops
Connect, heal, and grow with others in our supportive groups and workshops. To inquire about therapy (group or individual) or case management services, call our resource line at 303-329-9922 (para Español, 303-329-9922) or email resourceline@thebluebench.org.
The following groups are offered regularly throughout the year, but still may have a waitlist to get in.
Begin with Hope
A skills group for adult survivors of sexual assault. This is a 6-week group for women survivors of sexual assault (ages 18 and up) who are in the beginning stages of their healing. This therapist-led, module-based group covers six skills for coping, emotion regulation, and self-care, as well as provides psycho-education on the effects of trauma.
Begin with Connections
A skills group for LGBTQIA+ adult survivors of sexual assault. This is a 9-week ongoing group for survivors of sexual assault of all genders (ages 18 and up),who are in the beginning stages of their healing. This therapist-led, module-based group covers six skills for coping, emotion regulation, and self-care, as well as provides psycho-education on the effects of trauma.
Someone I Love
A workshop for family and friends of sexual assault survivors. This 2.5-hour workshop is designed for partners, family, and friends (ages 16 and up) of sexual assault survivors. This therapist-led, curriculum-based workshop focuses on understanding trauma, helping a loved one, and answering the question: “What About Me?” A Spanish version of this workshop is also held, but not as frequently. (Note: this workshop is not intended for survivors or service providers.)
The following groups are offered on an interest-list basis, which means we keep an interest list and only schedule them once we have enough interest and staff capacity. *A closed group means that once the group starts, no new members can enter until the next cycle.
Comience con Esperanza
A Spanish skills group for adult survivors of sexual assault. This is a 6-week group for Spanish-speaking women survivors of sexual assault (ages 18 and up), who are in the beginning stages of their healing. This therapist led, module-based group covers six skills for coping, emotion regulation, and self-care, as well as provides psycho-education on the effects of trauma.
Standing Strong
A skills group for teen survivors of sexual assault. This is an 8-week, closed* group for girl/women survivors of sexual assault or abuse (ages 13 to 18). This therapist-led, curriculum-based group focuses on trauma recovery, storytelling, strength-building, and coping skills. (Note: Crime must have been reported if survivor is under 18 years old.)
Breaking the Silence
A men’s skills group for survivors of sexual assault. This is an 8-week, closed* group for men survivors of sexual assault (ages 18 and up). This therapist-led, curriculum-based group focuses on male messages, relationship and trust issues, emotional awareness, trauma recovery, and setting life goals.
Being in Your Body
A Yoga and Mindfulness Workshop. This is a monthly workshop offered for survivors of sexual assault who are female-identified, gender non-binary or teens. Please note, offerings vary each month. Participants practice gentle yoga poses, mindfulness exercises, and breath work—all at a pace that feels comfortable and safe for them.
Art Therapy
This is a 10-week, closed* group for survivors of sexual assault (ages 18 and up). This therapist-led group focuses on therapeutic art-making and processing emotional experiences through art. Weekly themes include self-compassion, emotional awareness, boundaries, and resourcing, along with psycho-education and grounding art activities.
Case Management
Our Case Managers help survivors navigate and address the various and complex systems, processes, and logistics of life after an assault, all while prioritizing the survivor’s wellbeing and dignity. They provide long-term, confidential advocacy and accompaniment. Case Management services at The Blue Bench are client-led, survivor-focused, and best suited to address needs stemming directly from a sexual assault. Through Case Management, you can get help with:
The criminal legal process, from reporting to post-conviction
Compensation applications
Civil protection orders
Address confidentiality and safety planning
Resource navigation
Restorative practices for healing and accountability
Finding what justice and healing mean to you
Other unique needs specific to your experience
To learn more about receiving case management services, call our resource line at 303-329-9922 or email resourceline@thebluebench.org.