The Stalking Resource Center at the University of Baltimore School of Law: Free Counseling and Advocacy for Sexual Harassment in Baltimore

The Stalking Resource Center operates as a legal clinic and counseling hub within the University of Baltimore School of Law, providing free or low-cost mental health referrals and legal advocacy specifically for people dealing with sexual harassment, stalking, and workplace conduct complaints in Maryland. It serves Baltimore residents directly through phone and in-person consultations, staffed by law students under supervision and volunteer counselors, and is one of a handful of Baltimore agencies focused exclusively on this intersection of safety and legal remedy.

What the Stalking Resource Center actually is

The center operates as both an information line and legal clinic, not a traditional therapy practice. It does not provide ongoing psychotherapy but instead offers case assessment, referral to trauma-informed counselors, and detailed guidance on reporting pathways (to employers, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Baltimore Police, or Maryland state agencies). Clients call or visit to discuss a specific incident, the center evaluates the legal angle and mental health impact, and staff provide a customized action plan that may include counselor recommendations from their vetted network. The center is physically located on the University of Baltimore campus in Midtown but also takes calls from across the state.

Services and cost

Consultation and legal guidance are free. Phone intake typically takes 20 to 30 minutes and can happen over one or two sessions. The center maintains a directory of trauma-informed therapists in the Baltimore area and refers clients directly; therapy costs depend on the therapist's practice model, insurance acceptance, and sliding scale eligibility. The center itself has no fee. Hours are Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (verify current hours by calling, as law clinic hours can shift). The phone line is 410-837-5700.

How it compares to other Baltimore options

The Stalking Resource Center's primary strength is specificity: its counselors and student lawyers understand the intersection of harassment law and trauma recovery, which generic mental health referral lines do not. Baltimore's Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) provides 24-hour crisis support and mental health navigation citywide but is broader in scope and focuses on acute crises rather than sustained legal advocacy. The Victim Assistance Program at the Baltimore Police Department offers safety planning and referrals but is reactive to police reports and does not provide independent legal analysis. For workplace sexual harassment specifically, the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights has an intake process but does not offer counseling. If you need immediate crisis support, call 988 (the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) or CCRT at 410-625-1101; if you need sustained counseling plus legal guidance tailored to a specific harassment complaint or pattern, the Stalking Resource Center's narrower focus makes it the better entry point.

Who it suits and who it does not suit

The center suits people who have experienced ongoing or recent sexual harassment, stalking, workplace conduct violations, or boundary-crossing behavior and want to understand their options (legal reporting, employer complaint, restraining order, civil suit) while also addressing the mental health impact. It is most useful for someone who knows who harassed them and what form it took, because the center can assess whether it meets a legal threshold and explain next steps. It does not suit someone in acute crisis needing immediate mental health stabilization (call 988 instead), nor someone seeking general psychotherapy; the center is a gateway, not a therapist's office.

What the first consultation involves

Call the intake line at 410-837-5700. You will describe what happened, when, who was involved, and whether you have reported it anywhere yet. The intake volunteer will assess whether the situation involves potential stalking or harassment under Maryland law and ask about your immediate safety, housing stability, and any children or dependents in the home. Based on this, the center will schedule a follow-up with a law student or supervising attorney if legal questions need deeper exploration. You may also receive immediate referrals to 1-3 counselors in Baltimore who specialize in trauma or workplace harassment recovery. Written notes from your intake are kept confidential; the center does not contact anyone without your permission.

Hours, parking, and logistics

The Stalking Resource Center is located at the University of Baltimore School of Law, 1420 North Charles Street, in the Midtown cultural corridor. Most consultations happen by phone during business hours (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). If you visit in person, parking is available in the University of Baltimore lot on the Charles Street side; validate your ticket at the clinic. The center has accessible entrances and is served by MTA bus routes 3 and 11.

The Stalking Resource Center fills a gap between crisis hotlines and formal legal representation, making it essential for Baltimore residents who are ready to address harassment but uncertain whether they have a legal case or what recovery options exist.