Psychology
Jane Austin
March 22, 2026
Empower Safe Space
A Safe Space for Counselling, Empowerment, and Recovery
Community-based, trauma-informed domestic abuse support across Havering, Barking & Dagenham, and Essex. We help you break the silence and reclaim your life without judgment.
Holistic Support
How We Support Survivors in Our Community
We provide trauma-informed, culturally competent support that respects your background. From immediate safety to long-term empowerment, we are here for you.
Confidential Emotional Support
Immediate, safe listening, risk assessment, and safeguarding referrals to help you take the first step toward safety.
Faith & Culturally Sensitive Guidance
Addressing the hidden issue of abuse within religious contexts. We provide a safe environment to disclose abuse without spiritual judgment or stigma.
Therapeutic Counselling & Advocacy
Specialist face-to-face and online counselling, alongside practical referrals for housing, legal, and welfare navigation.
Inclusive & Accessible Pathways
Tailored support with reasonable adjustments, specifically designed to be fully accessible for neurodivergent survivors and those with learning disabilities.
Our Reach
Our Impact So Far
Working together to create safer communities and support survivors.
Our Services
Support Tailored to your Needs
Everyone's situation is unique. Our range of services is designed to provide the right support at the right time, whether you're seeking information, immediate help, or long-term support
Safe Housing Solutions
Our emergency and longer-term accommodation provides a secure environment where you can take the time to consider your options and plan your next steps
Personalized Support Journeys
Our support programmes are designed to help you rebuild confidence, develop coping strategies, and move forward positively. Counseling and therapeutic support for healing.
Children’s Services
Our emergency and longer-term accommodation provides a secure environment where you can take the time to consider your options and plan your next steps
Reintegration & Ongoing Support
Children affected by domestic abuse need specialized support. Our children's services focus on creating safety, building resilience, and healing from trauma. Age-appropriate groups for teens and pre-teens
Our Foundation
30 Years of Trusted Experience
Founded by Joke Olonode and Bosede Adedoyin Adeleye, with experience in social housing issues and safeguarding concerns, bridging the gap in health, social care, faith communities, and education, to offer holistic, whole-family support that reduces long-term dependency.
Our Mission
To provide accessible, faith-sensitive, and intersectional domestic abuse support that breaks down cultural barriers, offering safe pathways to emotional recovery and financial independence.
Our Vision
A community across Havering, Barking & Dagenham where every survivor—regardless of background, faith, or neurodiversity—is empowered to live free from abuse and rebuild their lives.
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Insights, survivor stories, updates, and expert advice to guide and inspire you.
Psychology
Jane Austin
March 22, 2026
Reach Out
Break the Silence Today
Whether you need confidential advice, support, or want to discuss safeguarding awareness for your community, our compassionate team is here to listen.
