Sexual Abuse

ACC Sexual Abuse Claims: Specialised Support for Survivors

If you've experienced sexual violence, ACC provides fully-funded counselling, therapy, and financial support - but 65% of sexual abuse claims face unnecessary roadblocks without expert guidance.

What You're Entitled To

✔ 80+ fully-funded therapy sessions (with ACC-approved providers)
✔ Specialist treatments like EMDR, CBT, and somatic therapy
✔ Weekly compensation if you're unable to work
✔ Vocational support for returning to employment
✔ Lump sum payments for permanent mental injury

"After ACC denied my claim twice, an ACC Advocate secured 90 therapy sessions and backdated payments of $28,000." - Sally, Christchurch.

Why ACC Denies Sexual Abuse Claims

With help, it is possible to overturn rejections due to:

✖ "Lack of evidence" - Advocates can work with therapists to document trauma
✖ "No police report" - Advocates can prove claims without formal complaints
✖ "Historical abuse" - Advocates can overcome time barrier objections
✖ "Not work-related" - Advocates can advocate for workplace sexual violence cases

Our Trauma-Sensitive Process

1. Confidential consultation - No details shared without consent

2. Therapist matching - With specialists experienced in sexual trauma

3. Evidence preparation - Psych assessments, impact statements

4. Application/appeal - Advocates can handle ACC communication.

5. Ongoing support - High success rate for sexual abuse claims