Metropolitan Association to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA)

MOCSA exists to improve the lives of those impacted by sexual assault and abuse, and to prevent sexual violence in our community.” 24-Hr Crisis Line: 816-531-0233 (MISSOURI); free of charge Open to anyone who has questions or issues related to sexual violence. Trained advocates are available to provide emotional support, crisis intervention, information, referrals, and problem solving to victims, friends, and family Counseling for Adults: available to adolescent and adult victims of sexual assault at a number of locations throughout the metropolitan area, including main office location available for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse MOCSA therapists provide a variety of evidenced-based treatment modalities, including EMDR, yoga-based group therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and brain-based interventions Support Groups: Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Group for Men: mindfully connect with your body Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Group for Women Creative Healing Group: honor feelings creatively; simple, healing projects Hospital Advocacy: Trained MOCSA advocates provide support and assistance to adolescent and adult rape and sexual assault victims during the forensic evidence collection exam at area hospital emergency departments. Police and Court Advocacy: MOCSA advocates are available to accompany victims to file initial police reports, to provide support during detective interviews, and throughout the court process.

NOTE: Interpreters can be provided for any language, spoken or signed."