. >> reporter: denise snyder, the executive director, says survivors of sexual violence need to know that they are not alone, and it is not their fault. >> our services help restore a sense of self-confidence, and the ability to feel like they can go on and take the next step. not just be a victim but to become a survivor and thriver in life. >> the dc rape crisis center provides in-house counseling and therapy, for free. >> you can find really good people who care about you, and not be concerned about who you are, what you do, how much you make. they genuinely care about you. that ignited something in me, in finding different ways to be able to give back to the community. >> today byron is on the board of directors of the dc rape crisis center. >> you can believe you can heal from it. i know it may seem unbelievable, but it is real. >> the dc rape crisis center has a hotline. the number is 202-333-rape. if you can like more information go to my website, j.c. hayward. >>> coming up ahead on 9news now what goes up stays up, for some unlucky riders at a california six flags. we'll have