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Welcome

DVassist provides free, specialist family and domestic violence phone counselling and support for people in regional, rural, and remote Western Australia. Our services focus on recovery and healing for victim-survivors as they rebuild their lives after violence.

Find out more about DVassist

DVassist Phone Line

1800 080 083

Opening Hours

Mon - Thur: 8am - 8pm Fri: 8am - 4pm

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and free from violence in their relationships.

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Family and domestic violence is not always easy to recognise. It can involve many forms of abuse, including emotional, psychological, financial, or controlling behaviours that make you feel afraid or restricted. This website is designed to provide clear information, help you understand what you might be experiencing, and connect you with local support services if and when you are ready.

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Experiencing family and domestic violence can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to know what to do. You are not alone — support is available, and DVassist is here to walk alongside you.

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The information and resources provided here are designed to offer you options and ideas that may help enhance your safety and well-being. You are the expert in your own life — we’re here to provide guidance and support when you need it.

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Recognising that people who have experienced family and domestic violence are the experts of their own lives is essential in providing recovery and healing support.

Recovery and Healing Online Counselling & Webchat

Recovery and Healing Retreats

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Prevention Programs - 
’Let’s Talk Gender Roles’

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Online Groups

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For Service Providers - Training & Professional Developments

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See Our Education Videos

dv_assist 🎥 Respect in Everyday Relationships | Video 6: If Someone Tells You They’re Not Okay Sometimes someone may tell you that something in their...

dv_assist 📍 FREE specialist FDV training coming to Albany | 22–24 September 2026 DVassist is heading to Albany this September with three days of free...

dv_assist 🎥 Respect in Everyday Relationships | Video 5: We All Shape What's Acceptable The attitudes and behaviours we accept around us can influence what...

dv_assist 🎥 Respect in Everyday Relationships | Video 4: Limiting Freedom Healthy relationships allow people to make their own choices and stay connected...

Thank you to
our supporters

DVassist is incredibly grateful for the support of all our partners. We will continue to develop new partnerships with local organisations, government agencies, and businesses to enhance service delivery and community impact.

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