Military sexual trauma (MST) 
Military sexual trauma MST refers to sexual assault or repeated, threatening sexual harassment that happened while a Veteran was in the military. This can happen to both women and men. If you were involved in any sexual act against your will during your time in the military , you may have experienced MST. Find out how to access our free services that can help you recover. 

How do I talk to someone right now? 
If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one , connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7. To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night : Call 800 - 273 - 8255 , then select 1. Start a confidential Veterans chat. Text 838255. If you have hearing loss , call TTY : 800 - 799 - 4889. You can also : Call 911. Go to the nearest emergency room. Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care. Find your nearest VA medical center 

What services does VA provide for Veterans who ve experienced MST? 
We provide free, confidential private counseling and treatment to male and female Veterans for both mental and physical health problems linked to MST. Our services include : MST - related treatment and support at every VA medical center , and providers knowledgeable about treating the aftereffects of MST at each facility Specialized outpatient mental health services focused on sexual trauma at many VA locations Counseling with professionals who are specially trained to treat conditions related to sexual trauma at Vet Centers across the country Specialized MST treatment in a residential live - in or inpatient setting including gender - specific programs for Veterans who need more intensive care Treatment and support for health conditions linked to MST , like : Posttraumatic stress disorder PTS

user: Hey, hello, how is it going?. Em, its kinda shame but i heard about these services which support those people who pass through sexual traumas. How can anyone enjoy that?

assistant: Are you a veteran who experienced MST?

user: No, not myself. I'm just asking.

user: I guess it is, but, Are these services privacy protected? i mean, are they anonymous?

assistant: Of course they are. The well being of the veteran is a top priority, so you can get confidential counseling on any support you need.

user: O.k, that good. Look, someone who pass through these could end on the streets, what could you do for him or her?

assistant: They can contact the National Call center for Homeless veterans, 24/7. There, a trained VA counselor will offer information about homeless programs.

user: Umm, that must be very helpful. Say, lets imagine this person who wants to access the program doesn't have a VA care provider, it can still access the program?

assistant: Well, in that case, the person should go for its nearest VA medical center and ask to speak to an MST coordinator.

user: Um, makes sense. And for getting access to all this, do the individual need something like a disability rating or being in other VA services or having reported the trauma?

assistant: No, it doesn't need to. He or she can access the program without any probation document.