Around 80% of individuals who engage with complementary therapies, through VSS and our community partners, report an improvement in their health and wellbeing.
Complementary therapies, traditionally offered in conjunction with conventional healthcare, help people manage symptoms, reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing. They include therapies such as massage, reflexology and aromatherapy.
VSS is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of victims and survivors by ensuring support and services are:
- trauma‑informed, compassionate and needs‑based
- connected and safe
Providing access to complementary therapies is one-way VSS delivers on this commitment. In the past year, over 3,550 people have accessed complementary therapies, either directly through VSS or through our community partners.
Community Partner Client:
“I’ve found the complementary therapies hugely beneficial, particularly with helping me relax and manage my pain. This support means I can continue to enjoy my hobbies.”
For some victims and survivors, complementary therapies form part of a wider package of support. For others, these therapies provide an additional option when they are exploring ways to support their wellbeing.
Community Partner Client:
“Since getting complementary therapies, I’ve noticed improvements in many areas of my life, my confidence has grown and I am more accepting of support. I’ve loved the complementary therapies which really have helped me relax and sleep better.”
Nicola Nugent, Head of Health and Wellbeing, VSS:
“Along with our community partners, VSS provides connected, evidence-based services that improve outcomes for victims and survivors. The fact that around 80% of people who engage with complementary therapies report an improvement speaks to the real difference this support makes. We are committed to ensuring victims and survivors can access therapies that are trauma-informed, compassionate and meet their individual needs.”
Find out more about complementary therapies and which of our partners can support you to access these services here: Complementary Therapies – Victims and Survivors Service