Support and Resources for Complainants
Georgetown has resources in place to support members of the University community who have experienced or wish to report sexual misconduct, including medical care, safety assistance, confidential counseling, and Title IX interim supportive measures. Additionally, off-campus resources are available for the University community. All resources may also be found on the Sexual Misconduct Reference Guide. For GU-Q students, please use this guide.
For a quick guide to University and external confidential resources, please see below or visit our “How to Get Help” guide which is a great place to start if unsure of who may assist you. For more in-depth information, please find your campus or categorization to the left.
University Resources | Students
Health Education Services (Main, Medical, and SCS Students)
Poulton Hall, Suite 101
1437 37th St. N.W.
To reach a confidential resource, please email the Sexual Assault Response and Prevention team at: sarp@georgetown.edu.
Counseling and Psychiatric Service (CAPS)
Main Phone: (202) 687-6985
During Business Hours: CAPS staff are available to students who are in crisis on a same-day basis. Call us at (202) 687-6985 and let our receptionist know that you are in crisis and need to speak with a clinician.
After-Hours CAPS: Please call the CAPS main office number, (202) 687-6985, on which a menu of options can direct you to our emergency consultation line.
Main Campus: Ground Floor, East side of Darnall Hall
Law Center: Gewirz Center, Room L-102-G
Specific Counselors:
Law Center:
Dr. Lauren DePompeo, Associate Director of the Law Center, CAPS (Law Center)
(202) 661-6595 | lrd52@georgetown.edu
Sarah Stanley
Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Liaison (SARVL)
svs6@georgetown.edu
Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q):
Georgetown in Qatar Student Wellness and Counseling Center
Urgent consultations: 5503-9044
Mahnaz Nowrozi Mousavi, Ph.D., MSCP
Director Student Wellness and Counseling Center (SWCC)
+974-4457-8330 | mnm25@georgetown.edu
Elena Lopez Khoury, Ph.D.
Student Wellness Counselor
+974-4457-8330 | enl9@georgetown.edu
Student Wellness and Counseling Center
First Floor, 1G09-1G19
Georgetown University, GU-Q
PO Box 23689
Doha, Qatar
Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO)
The Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO) serves as an independent, impartial, voluntary and confidential resource for all of our main campus undergraduate and graduate students. We provide a safe space for students to voice concerns and navigate challenging situations they may encounter during their academic journey. Whether facing academic disputes, interpersonal conflicts, or seeking guidance on university policies and procedures, the Ombuds is here to listen, provide support, explore options and empower students to make their own choices. By utilizing our services, students can gain clarity, develop effective communication skills, and find constructive solutions to their concerns, ultimately enhancing their overall university experience and well-being. Visit our Office of the Student Ombuds website for more information.
University Resources | Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP)
Debra Brletic, JD, LPC
Assistant Director, Counselor
1300-A 36th Street N.W. Washington, DC 20007
(202) 687-3055 | fsap@georgetown.edu
Sandhya (Sandy) Wilhelm
EAP Counselor & Coordinator
1300-A 36th Street N.W. Washington, DC 20007
(202) 687-2396 | fsap@georgetown.edu
External Resources
D.C. Forensic Nurse Examiners
The DC Forensic Nurse Examiners provide comprehensive care to survivors at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. To access free medical forensic exams for survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence and family violence, please contact the DC Victim Hotline at 1-844-4HELPDC (1-844-443-5732). You can also access a ride via Uber to MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
110 Irving St, Washington, D.C.
DCFNE SANE Exam Process Overview
DCFNE Interpersonal Violence Care Overview
U ASK DC
This website and smartphone app lists all of the relevant information and resources for universities in Washington, D.C., including Georgetown University.
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN)
1-800-656-HOPE (24/7 hotline)
RAINN’s on-line hotline provides live, secure, anonymous crisis support for victims of sexual assault and their families.
DC Rape Crisis Center
(202) 333-RAPE (24/7 hotline)
DC Rape Crisis Center offers services that help survivors and their families heal from the aftermath of sexual violence including crisis intervention, counseling and advocacy.