Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud, or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.
In Community Counseling would like to encourage you to “Stop STIGMA, Speak HOPE, and Speak UP in your community” it’s happening simply everywhere. We are here and will advocate for you. Call us at any time.
Services provided are confidential.
If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. Or, just call me, I will advocate and assist you through the process to freedom from your PIMP or/and the person who told you what to do.
Being aware of human trafficking indicators is the first step in making a difference in the lives of those who may be entrapped. We may and may not recognize the person or the signs of what’s happening. Ms. Reneee of In Community Counseling is certified with the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking to teach prevention skills to help you to understand the signs.
A person may be trafficked if they:
- Show signs of physical abuse or injury
- Appear to be fearful of or under the control of another person
- Lack identification, passport, or other travel documents or do not have control over their documentation
- Are unable to freely contact friends or family
- Are a juvenile engaged in a commercial sex act
And more…
Who are traffickers seeking out? How do they find them? What are the victims afraid of? How can I help?
Reach out to us, and we can get your questions answered.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate, neither does In Community Counseling.
We are here for you because we know, we understand how it feels walking around your home on eggshells, afraid to speak up and ask for help.
People of any race, age, gender, sexuality, religion, education level, or economic status can be a victim — or perpetrator — of domestic violence. That includes behaviors that physically harm, intimidate, manipulate or control a partner, or otherwise force them to behave in ways they don’t want to, including through physical violence, threats, emotional abuse, or financial control.
No worries! I am here, and I am speaking up for you now.
Call 352-293-4376 for DV Counseling. It’s time to find yourself.
Common signs
Common signs of abusive behavior in a partner include the following. Even one or two of these behaviors in a relationship is a red flag that abuse may be present.
- Telling you that you never do anything right.
- Showing extreme jealousy of your friends or time spent away from them.
- Preventing or discouraging you from spending time with friends, family members, or peers.
- Insulting, demeaning, or shaming you, especially in front of other people.
- Preventing you from making your own decisions, including about working or attending school.
- Controlling finances in the household without discussion, including taking your money or refusing to provide money for necessary expenses.
- Pressuring you to have sex or perform sexual acts you’re not comfortable with.
- Pressuring you to use drugs or alcohol.
- Intimidating you through threatening looks or actions.
- Insulting your parenting or threatening to harm or take away your children or pets.
- Intimidating you with weapons like guns, knives, bats, or mace.
- Destroying your belongings or your home.
