Support
You don’t have to face this alone.
Abuse in relationships isn’t always physical — it can be emotional, psychological, financial, or controlling. Below is a directory of specialist services who can help.
Domestic abuse
Coventry Haven Women's Aid
Helpline Mon–Fri, 8.30am–5.30pm. General enquiries: 024 7644 4077.
Refuge Domestic Violence and Abuse Service Warwickshire
Mon–Fri, 8.30am–8.30pm. Voicemail outside these hours.
Ashiana Network
Support for women and girls at risk of domestic violence and abuse, including forced marriage and honour-based abuse.
Asian Women's Resource Centre
Support for Black and minority ethnic women and girls experiencing abuse, across London.
Men's Advice Line (run by Respect)
Confidential helpline for men experiencing domestic abuse. Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm.
Sexual violence
Police & emergency
LGBT+ support
LGBT Foundation
Coventry and Warwickshire Friend
Helpline offering information and support to LGBT+ people.
Mental health & wellbeing
Samaritans
Coventry and Warwickshire Mind
No Panic
Cruse Bereavement Care
Support to stop being abusive
Respect Phoneline (support to stop being abusive)
For people worried about their own behaviour towards a partner or family. Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm.
Other support
Understanding abusive relationships
Abuse in relationships is not always physical. It can be emotional, psychological, financial, or controlling behaviour — and it can be harder to recognise than physical violence.
Some signs to look out for, in yourself or someone you know:
- Constant criticism, humiliation, or put-downs, in private or in front of others.
- Controlling access to money, transport, or contact with friends and family.
- Monitoring your phone, messages, or whereabouts.
- Threats, intimidation, or blame for their own behaviour.
- Feeling like you’re “walking on eggshells” around a partner.
If any of this feels familiar, you’re not alone and it’s not your fault. Use the directory above to find specialist support, or get in touch with us for advocacy and signposting.