Therapy for CVAP
You've been through enough.
Let's focus on your healing.
Healing after harm is a deeply personal journey, and its one I would be honoured to walk alongside you on.
As a trauma informed therapist with over 10 years experience, I specialize in Somatic Therapy and IFS.
I provide a safe space to help you reclaim your sense of safety and control.
No out of pocket costs for approved CVAP claimants.
Specialized therapy for victims, witnesses, and family members.
Fully virtual confidential video sessions available throughout BC.
Start your healing journey from the comfort and safety of your own home.
Who is a victim of a crime?
You’re considered a victim if you’ve been impacted by a crime, whether directly or indirectly. Reporting to the police or physical harm isn’t required to be recognized as a victim.
In certain instances, the term victim may also include:
- Individuals whose loved ones were harmed or killed during a criminal act
- Witnesses to a crime
It’s essential to remember that you’re not at fault for what occurred, and you’re not
accountable for the actions of the perpetrator.
How might a crime impact you?
- Emotionally: You may feel hurt, violated, fearful, or vulnerable. Emotions like sadness, anger, and helplessness may arise, affecting your life unexpectedly.
- Physically: You may sustain injuries or experience physiological stress reactions.
- Financially: Loss of income or related expenses may occur.
Each person responds to crime differently, and all reactions are valid. Support and
assistance are here for you.
Understanding what a crime is.
A crime refers to an action that violates societal laws governing behavior. The harm caused is viewed as a transgression against society at large, not just an individual. Specifically, a crime encompasses acts contrary to the law, subject to punishment upon
conviction.
Crimes can range from those against individuals, such as assault, threats, stalking, sexual assault, or homicide, to those against property, such as theft or vandalism.
You may not always recognize if what you’ve experienced constitutes a crime. If you’re unsure or wish to report an incident, please:
- Reach out to your local police department.
- Connect with a victim service worker, call or text VictimLinkBC at 1-800-563-0808 or email [email protected]
- Click to Visit VictimLink here
My Approach to Your Recovery
With over 10 years of experience in trauma-informed care, I have seen firsthand how deeply crime can impact every part of your life. My goal isn’t just to provide therapy, but to provide partnership. I have experience working with survivors of sexual assault, violence, addictions, to name just a few, and feel confident I can support you to move from a state of survival back into a state of living.
I often work from a somatic approach, meaning we don’t just focus on your thoughts, we work with the physical sensations of stress and trauma held in the body.
We will work together on gently processing these experiences so you can move out of the ‘fight or flight’ and back into a place of calm and control.
Because we meet virtually, you can engage in this deep somatic work from an environment where you already feel most secure, your own home.
If you need advice on applying, book a consultation, and we can discuss it together.