One in Four UK

One in Four UK One in Four is a charity passionately committed to supporting people who have survived child sexual abuse

One in Four offers support for people who have experienced sexual abuse and sexual violence. Research has consistently shown that 1 in 4 children will experience sexual abuse before the age of 18. Our research comes from a study carried out by Dr Liz Kelly, Linda Regan and Sheila Burton at the Child Abuse Study Unit, University of North London, 1991.

Success in therapy is a combination of factors.Such as thereadiness of the clientrelationship with the therapisttechniqu...
20/08/2026

Success in therapy is a combination of factors.

Such as the

readiness of the client

relationship with the therapist

techniques and modality used in the course of the therapy.

As much as 30% of the success is due to the relationship between client and therapist and 15% to the modality of the therapist.

This is why, at One in Four, we take the time and care to select and train our volunteers and, most importantly, to match our clients with a therapist to ensure support and success on their journey toward post-traumatic growth.

We favour humanistic approaches such as Person Centred, Integrative and Gestalt as they place an emphasis on the relationship, raising awareness and developing techniques to support self-regulation and a better understanding of trauma and the impact it has on our clients’ lives.

We offer two years because we understand that building trust is the cornerstone of a successful relationship, and as mentioned above, 30% of the success lies within this powerful relationship.

We want our clients to become their best support and to thrive by the time their therapy comes to an end.

At One In Four, we provide support to survivors.

As a charity, we are reliant on donations.

Please visit our website to find out more [link in bio]

Someone you know may have experienced sexual abuse before the age of 18.Many survivors struggle with addiction, self-har...
18/08/2026

Someone you know may have experienced sexual abuse before the age of 18.

Many survivors struggle with addiction, self-harm, relationship and employment issues well into adulthood. It doesn’t have to be this way.

We support survivors in their journey to recover a life after trauma.

Healing takes time.

Help us be there for someone, for longer.

Your regular gift of £10 a month could make a two-year counselling programme affordable for a survivor. To donate now, please follow the link below.

Thank you for helping us continue our vital work.

Please do take a look at our website to see more about our work and the difference your donations are making. [Link in bio]



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16/08/2026

It’s not too late to take on a challenge for One in Four this summer.

Could you walk 10km?

Push yourself to 25km?

Or take on something even bigger?

There are still events taking place this year – including the London Summer Walk on 22 August – with distances and options for different levels of experience.

You don’t have to be an ultra-athlete.

You can walk, jog or run, and every step you take can help One in Four continue to provide specialist support for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

A challenge is about pushing yourself. Fundraising for One in Four gives you another reason to keep going when it gets tough.

There’s still time.

Choose your challenge. Start fundraising. Make your miles matter.

Find out more about taking on a challenge for One in Four: https://oneinfour.org.uk/support-us/



https://oneinfour.org.uk/support-us/

Sometimes One in Four’s work takes us beyond the counselling room and into unexpected places.This summer, we were privil...
14/08/2026

Sometimes One in Four’s work takes us beyond the counselling room and into unexpected places.

This summer, we were privileged to work behind the scenes with the cast and creative team of Firebird at Southwark Playhouse – a powerful and unflinching drama exploring grooming, exploitation and the devastating consequences when the systems designed to protect children fail them.

With such challenging subject matter, it was important that the cast had the right support as they stepped into – and out of – roles involving trauma and abuse.

One in Four matched one of our experienced counsellors, Charlotte, with the production, providing specialist insight and support to the cast and crew throughout their work on the play.

The resulting performances received some exceptional reviews, with The Live Review describing Mollie Milne’s performance as Tia as “one of the most devastating portrayals of trauma I’ve seen on stage.”

Our CEO, Islay O’Hara, said: “Such a privilege for One in Four to work in partnership with this production – supporting the cast to deliver a beautiful, authentic performance exploring the legacy of sexual abuse and the power of friendship.”

Raising awareness and increasing understanding of child sexual abuse is an important part of our mission. By sharing our trauma expertise more widely, we can help others approach these difficult subjects with greater knowledge, sensitivity and care.

Read more about our work with Firebird and the team behind the production on our website.

👉oneinfour.org.uk

The Benefits of Keeping a Gratitude Journal 💛Keeping a journal, especially a gratitude journal, is a simple and powerful...
11/08/2026

The Benefits of Keeping a Gratitude Journal 💛

Keeping a journal, especially a gratitude journal, is a simple and powerful practice that can support your mental wellbeing.

Life can often feel overwhelming, and when we’re caught up in difficult emotions or challenges, it’s easy to lose sight of the things that bring us moments of joy or comfort. A gratitude journal invites us to pause and reflect on those moments, no matter how small they may seem.

You don’t need to write long paragraphs.

A few bullet points about what you’re grateful for can make a big difference.

Maybe it’s the warmth of the morning sun, a kind word from a friend, or simply the comfort of a quiet moment with a cup of tea.

These reflections help shift your focus towards what nourishes you, even in the hardest times.

The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal include:
A shift in perspective. Over time, you may find yourself noticing more positives throughout your day.
A sense of calm. Reflecting on what you’re grateful for can ease stress and bring moments of peace.
Greater self-awareness. You might discover what truly matters to you.
Improved mood. Regularly practising gratitude can foster feelings of contentment and joy.

There’s no right or wrong way to keep a gratitude journal.

It’s about finding what works for you, whether it’s writing daily, weekly, or whenever you feel drawn to it.

Let us know if you already have a gratitude journal, or whether you will give it a go?

If you are finding the news overwhelming, please know this: your reaction makes sense.Media coverage can stir up memorie...
06/08/2026

If you are finding the news overwhelming, please know this: your reaction makes sense.

Media coverage can stir up memories and bring difficult feelings to the surface.

At One in Four, we are here for you.

We provide specialist counselling and support for survivors of child sexual abuse and trauma. Our therapists understand how public cases and news coverage can impact survivors, and we currently have therapy slots available.

If you need support – whether this is the first time you’re reaching out or you’ve spoken to us before – please get in touch. You do not have to manage this alone.

📩 Contact us via our website
📞 Call our office to speak to a member of the team - our line is open from 12 noon to 4pm Weekdays. Outside these time, please leave your number, and we will call back.

Taking the step to reach out can feel hard.

But support is here, and you deserve it.

Our first stage of therapy is all about supporting clients to find their voice, to be heard and to understand more of of...
04/08/2026

Our first stage of therapy is all about supporting clients to find their voice, to be heard and to understand more of of the effects that trauma has on their life.

We also spend time resourcing our clients with all the necessary tools to support their self-regulation in and out of therapy.

By gaining awareness of their process, clients also gain more agency of themselves and feel empowered.

If you would like support, please visit our website [link in bio] or email [email protected]

Give a gift that reminds a survivor they are not alone. 💛We’re inviting our community to buy a copy to donate of Warrior...
30/07/2026

Give a gift that reminds a survivor they are not alone. 💛

We’re inviting our community to buy a copy to donate of Warrior Within, a handbook to aid recovery from child sexual abuse and violence.

When you buy a copy to donate, One in Four will place it directly into the hands of a survivor of sexual abuse.

For many, this book becomes more than pages and ink.
It becomes a companion.
A mirror.
A quiet reassurance that recovery is possible.

✨ Buy a copy to donate.
Your kindness will make a lasting impact.

📚 👉 https://oneinfour.org.uk/product/donate-warrior-within-4th-edition-to-one-of-our-clients/

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