Cross Timbers Family Services proudly serves all victims of violent crime in our community! We offer free counseling and support groups, access to free legal services, transportation to shelters, emergency shelter, accompaniment to court or medical services and advocacy for victims of violent crime at local hospitals. Our staff and volunteers answer a 24 hour crisis hotline that includes victim assistance and crisis counseling. Our counselors are licensed and also are experienced in the latest therapies for trauma. CTFS assists with criminal justice support and work with all local law enforcement, CPS and first responders to offer coordination of services and resources. We offer protective order assistance and safety planning to get our clients to safety as soon as possible. Our clients are also eligible for financial assistance to get into safe housing. CTFS staff reaches out to local schools, civic organizations and colleges to provide prevention education and information about our services. We have a 32-year history in the local community as an advocate for victim's rights and have made an impact on the lives of countless survivors of domestic violence , sexual assault and other violent crimes.