Sonhatsiwa Sexual Violence Healing Centre

Sonhatsiwa Sexual Violence Healing Centre Sonhatsi:wa Sexual Violence Healing Centre provides therapeutic counselling to those impacted by sexual violence and/or sexual exploitation.

We utilize mainstream education and Haudenosaunee culture to address the needs of the individual. Sonhatsi:wa is a word in the Mohawk language that refers to ‘becoming your true self.’

This is our hope for all those who enter: to be who you truly are, to own your true goodness and potential which is our most natural state of being beyond the pain, hurt and anger. Sonhatsi:wa Sexual Violence Heali

ng Centre staff consists of 3 Adult Counsellors, 1 Child & Youth Counsellor, a Community Educator, an Administrative Assistant and Supervisor. Sonhatsi:wa honours individuals and families whom experienced loss through murdered and/or missing loved ones. Sonhatsi:wa has 1 Love Starts With Us Coordinator/Counsellor who strives fulfill their needs. Eligibility:
- Self referral or outside agency referred
- Priority given to Six Nations Members
- For those experiencing impacts of sexual violence (past or present)
- For those experiencing secondary effects of sexual violence
To access services at Sonhatsi:wa Sexual Violence Healing Centre, please call 519-445-4324 and speak to our Intake Worker. About Sexual Violence Counselling:
Counselling services provide holistic processes based on Ogwehoweh teachings that integrate the mind, body and spirit. The teachings, combined with mainstream counselling techniques, provide a basis for helping individuals overcome the impacts of sexual violence in a caring, non-judgmental way. The commitment to this holistic therapeutic process is based on the needs of the individual. Counsellors provide
- One on one counselling
- Educational and therapeutic groups
- Advocacy and appropriate referrals for clients to wraparound services as required
- Therapeutic retreats

Honouring Strength, Embracing Healing.💙
06/16/2026

Honouring Strength, Embracing Healing.💙

This statistic reminds us that sexual violence against men does not fit one narrative. To support all survivors, we must...
06/15/2026

This statistic reminds us that sexual violence against men does not fit one narrative. To support all survivors, we must challenge stereotypes, recognize the diverse experiences of male survivors, and ensure that everyone who is affected feels seen, believed, and supported. 💙

💙 Your feelings matter.✨ There is no "right" way to feel after a difficult experience.🌱 Whatever you're feeling, you des...
06/14/2026

💙 Your feelings matter.

✨ There is no "right" way to feel after a difficult experience.

🌱 Whatever you're feeling, you deserve the space to acknowledge it with compassion, not judgment.

Three sentences that are simple but powerful words that can validate someone’s experience and gently interrupt the sham...
06/13/2026

Three sentences that are simple but powerful words that can validate someone’s experience and gently interrupt the shame and self-blame that often follows sexual violence. They can help create space for healing and support a person in beginning to see themselves not only as someone who was harmed, but as a survivor with strength and resilience. These sentences are powerful, but still spoken far too rarely when they are needed most.

There is no “right” way to react, heal, or process what happened, and each person’s experience deserves care and respect...
06/12/2026

There is no “right” way to react, heal, or process what happened, and each person’s experience deserves care and respect. 💙 Male survivors are often underrepresented in these conversations, and real support means challenging stigma, listening without judgment, and making sure they’re not left out of care and awareness.

Male survivors of sexual violence are often unheard, not because their experiences are rare or less serious, but because...
06/11/2026

Male survivors of sexual violence are often unheard, not because their experiences are rare or less serious, but because stigma and stereotypes can make it harder to speak up or be taken seriously. 💙 Greater awareness and support can help change that.

Hear his story. Believe his experience. Support his healing. This June, recognize Men's Mental Health Month💙
06/10/2026

Hear his story. Believe his experience. Support his healing. This June, recognize Men's Mental Health Month💙

What started as a great event became even more special Nya:weh (Thank-you) to your spontaneous donations. 💙Nya:weh (Than...
06/04/2026

What started as a great event became even more special Nya:weh (Thank-you) to your spontaneous donations. 💙

Nya:weh (Thank-you) for your generosity and support!

Congratulations to our lucky door prize winners! 🎉🎁 All winners have been notified and can pick up their prizes at Ganoh...
06/04/2026

Congratulations to our lucky door prize winners! 🎉🎁 All winners have been notified and can pick up their prizes at Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Nya:weh (Thank-you) to everyone who attended and made our event so special! ✨

Address

15 Pine Crescent
Brantford, ON
N0A1M0

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+15194450845

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