They can assist survivors with decision about medical needs, a formal evidence collection examination, immediate change of campus housing, police reporting, obtaining a restraining order, assistance with academic and financial demands, and legal resources. The complex emotional, psychological, legal, and community issues involved in sexual assault can be overwhelming. All CAPS clinicians are trained to provide appropriate counseling to survivors of sexual assault. Additionally, CAPS has clinicians ready to help perpetrators and those accused of sexual assault. Survivors are urged to seek appropriate medical evaluation as promptly as possible.
Female clinicians are available.
Stanford Police are specially trained to respond appropriately to survivors of sexual assault. Residence Deans are available to assist students with academic issues, housing, financial and other University-based needs. They will participate in informal remedies if a conflict resolution model is appropriate. At times they may become involved in fact finding, evaluating what took place and disciplinary decisions. The Associate Deans for Religious Life are available for the emotional and spiritual needs of survivors of sexual assault.