Access the support you need, when you need it.

Empowerment and Advocacy

While not exhaustive, these are the some of the most frequently recurring areas I support clients with.

Resources on Routine That Support Healing
Self-Care Ideas
Offers various self-care routines.
Daily Self-Care Checklist
Printable checklist for daily self-care activities.
Worksheets & Checklists
Coping Skills Worksheet
Helps identify coping strategies.
Self-Care Plan Worksheet
A guide to create a personalized self-care plan.
Mindfulness Apps
Calm
Offers meditation, sleep stories, and mindfulness exercises.
Insight Timer
Provides free guided meditations and community support.
Finch
A self-care app focused on mental wellness and daily check-in

Find a Therapist

TherapyDen
A directory for finding trauma-informed and LGBTQ+-affirming therapists.
GoodTherapy
Search for therapists specializing in trauma and related issues.
Anti-Colonial Therapist
Therapists for Racial Justice
A directory of therapists committed to anti-racist practices.
Indigenous Therapists
A directory focused on Indigenous mental health professionals.
Low-Cost Therapy
Open Path Collective
A network of therapists offering low-cost therapy sessions ($30-$60 per session).

Self Care Tools

Resources for Couples Dealing with Trauma
The Gottman Institute
Offers articles and resources for couples navigating trauma.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Focuses on improving attachment in relationships.
Articles & Podcasts on Relational Dynamics Post-Trauma
Healing After Trauma: Resources for Couples
Articles on relational healing post-trauma.
The Trauma Therapist Podcast
Offers insights into therapy and relationship dynamics.

Relationship Support

Psychoeducation

Grounding Techniques
Grounding Techniques PDF
Provides various grounding techniques.
Mindfulness Practices on YouTube
Search for grounding exercises on YouTube for free mindfulness practices.
Links to Workbooks
The Anxiety Workbook
A free workbook that includes grounding techniques and mindfulness practices.
Self-Compassion Workbook
Explores self-compassion and grounding practices.
Resources Explaining Somatic Approaches
Somatic Experiencing Trauma Healing
Information on somatic experiencing as a trauma healing method.
The Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Toolkit
Resources and practices for somatic mindfulness.
Body-Based Therapies
Breathwork Techniques
Information on breathwork practices for healing.
Movement-Based Therapy
Explores movement as a therapeutic approach.
On Religious Trauma
Recovering from Religion
Resources for individuals deconstructing their faith.
The Spiritual Abuse Survivor's Network
Support for those healing from spiritual abuse.
Self-Help Books
"Leaving the Fold" by Marlene Winell
Explores healing from religious trauma.
"The God Who Wasn't There" by Brian Flemming
Discusses deconstructing faith and finding healing.

Empowerment and Advocacy

Advocacy Organizations

Survivors of Domestic Violence (DV)

• Battered Women's Support Services (BWSS)
  Location: Vancouver
  Services: Provides crisis support, safety planning, and advocacy for women experiencing domestic violence. They offer legal advocacy, emotional support, and community education to empower survivors.
  Contact: 604-687-1867
  Website: BWSS

• Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
  Location: Vancouver
  Services: Focuses on women's health and provides support for women survivors of violence. They offer counseling and advocacy services.
  Contact: 604-736-5262
  Website: VWHC

Survivors of Sexual Assault (SA)

• Vancouver Rape Relief & Women's Shelter
  Location: Vancouver
  Services: Offers support for women who have experienced sexual assault, including crisis support, counseling, and advocacy. They focus on empowering survivors and providing community education.
  Contact: 604-872-8212
  Website: Vancouver Rape Relief

• Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre
  Location: BC (services available in Vancouver)
  Services: Provides emotional support, advocacy, and resources for survivors of sexual violence. They offer 24/7 support and work to empower survivors through counseling and workshops.
  Contact: 1-877-392-7583
  Website: Salal

Legal Resources

Legal Aid BC
Location: Available throughout BC
Services: Provides legal assistance to low-income individuals. Services include help with family law, child protection, and domestic violence matters.
Contact: 1-866-577-2525
Website: Legal Aid BC

BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Location: Vancouver
Services: Provides support and advocacy for male survivors of sexual abuse, including legal resources and community outreach.
Contact: 604-687-1867 (BWSS)
Website: BC Society for Male Survivors

Phone Legal Consultation Services

• Lawyer Referral Service (LRS)
  Location: Canada-wide (access through local bar associations)
  Services: Provides a referral to a lawyer for a half-hour consultation at a reduced fee. This can help individuals understand their legal rights and options.
  Contact: 1-800-668-8900
  Website: Lawyer Referral Service

Obtaining a Court Advocate

• Victim Assistance Program (VAP)
  Location: Vancouver Police Department
  Services: Offers assistance for victims of crime, including access to court advocates who can help navigate the legal system.
  Contact: 604-717-2726
  Website: Vancouver Police VAP