Crime Victim Assistance Program Counselling
Compassionate Counsellors Help Vancouver Crime Victims Feel Safe Again.
Counsel Me Vancouver provides in-person and virtual trauma-informed Crime Victim Assistance Program counselling for Vancouver and BC crime victims — helping clients build practical strategies for hypervigilance, intrusive memories, and avoidance.
No out-of-pocket cost for eligible clients through CVAP · Free 15–20 minute consultation
- Registered Clinical Counsellors — Master's-level, trauma-informed training
- EMDR & Trauma-Focused CBT — matched to each client's experience
- 50–60 Minute Sessions — in person or by video
Serving Vancouver and BC crime victims: in person at our downtown Vancouver office or by video.
What Brings People to Crime Victim Assistance Program Counselling
Trauma & Hypervigilance After a Crime
Intrusive memories, avoidance, and difficulty trusting others disrupt daily life after victimization.
Carrying It Alone
Many people manage crime-related trauma alone for months, unsure that funded counselling support exists.
Support Funded Through CVAP
Eligible clients access counselling through BC's Crime Victim Assistance Program, often at no out-of-pocket cost.
Counsellors at Counsel Me Vancouver see this pattern across many kinds of clients — the person recovering from an assault, the person processing a robbery, the witness to a violent crime, the family member supporting a loved one through the aftermath. Each situation is different, and each course of CVAP counselling starts by understanding that person's specific experience.
3 Steps to Get Started
- 01Schedule a Free Consultation
Book directly through the online JaneApp scheduling system to discuss CVAP eligibility.
- 02Share What Happened
Discuss the crime and your current safety and symptoms with your counsellor.
- 03Process Trauma and Rebuild Safety
Attend regular sessions using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT.
What Changes With Crime Victim Assistance Program Counselling
Clients build practical strategies for hypervigilance, intrusive memories, and avoidance through structured sessions. Clients facing difficulty trusting others gain tools specific to their situation. Clients gain a renewed sense of safety that carries into daily life long after a course of counselling ends.
Meet the Counsellors
Erica Beauchamp
M.Ed., RCC, Gottman Level 3
“Counselling, when done well, gives you the tools to heal faster and prevent old patterns from returning.”
Huda Sajjad
MA, MSc, RCC
“I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered to explore, heal, and build resilience for a healthier future.”
Jessica-Ann Dozois
MSW, RSW, CVRP
“Together, we'll work to chart a new and fulfilling path forward — one built on respect, compassion, and practical strategies for real change.”
Katharine Harrison
MC, RCC
“I am fascinated by the multi-dimensionality of human experience and am passionate about helping clients find greater alignment between their needs, boundaries, values, hopes and dreams.”
Support Is Available Whether the Crime Happened Recently or Years Ago
CVAP counselling responds to crime-related trauma at any point after the incident, not only immediately after it happens.
Request My Free ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions
What is Crime Victim Assistance Program counselling?
Crime Victim Assistance Program counselling is a therapeutic process for individuals affected by crime in British Columbia, funded in whole or in part through the province's Crime Victim Assistance Program. A Registered Clinical Counsellor applies trauma-focused modalities such as EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT to address the psychological impact of the crime.
How long does a CVAP counselling session last?
A CVAP counselling session typically lasts 50 to 60 minutes. This duration allows time for check-in, trauma-focused therapeutic work, and closing reflection within a single appointment, whether delivered in person or by video.
What does CVAP counselling address?
CVAP counselling addresses post-crime traumatic stress, hypervigilance, avoidance behaviour, intrusive memories, and difficulty trusting others following a crime. Sessions target both the psychological trauma and the practical safety concerns a crime produces.
How much does CVAP counselling cost?
Eligible clients access CVAP counselling at no out-of-pocket cost, with the counsellor billing the Crime Victim Assistance Program directly for approved claims. Eligibility depends on the specific circumstances of the crime and the program's approval process — book a free consultation to discuss your situation, or visit the Session Rates page for general pricing at Counsel Me Vancouver.
What happens in a first CVAP counselling session?
A first CVAP counselling session establishes the presenting concern, relevant history related to the crime, and initial goals. The counsellor explains their therapeutic approach and begins assessing the client's current safety and stabilization needs.
Cities We Serve for Crime Victim Counselling
Kootenays Cities
- Castlegar BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Cranbrook BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Fernie BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Grand Forks BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Greenwood BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Kimberley BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Nelson BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Revelstoke BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Rossland BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Trail BC Crime Victim Counselling
Metro Vancouver Cities
- Burnaby BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Coquitlam BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Delta BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Langley BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Maple Ridge BC Crime Victim Counselling
- New Westminster BC Crime Victim Counselling
- North Vancouver BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Pitt Meadows BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Port Coquitlam BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Port Moody BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Richmond BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Surrey BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Vancouver BC Crime Victim Counselling
- White Rock BC Crime Victim Counselling
Okanagan & Interior Cities
- Armstrong BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Enderby BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Kamloops BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Kelowna BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Merritt BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Penticton BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Salmon Arm BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Vernon BC Crime Victim Counselling
- West Kelowna BC Crime Victim Counselling
Sunshine Coast Cities
Vancouver Island Cities
- Campbell River BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Colwood BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Courtenay BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Duncan BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Langford BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Nanaimo BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Parksville BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Port Alberni BC Crime Victim Counselling
- Victoria BC Crime Victim Counselling
Start Crime Victim Assistance Program Counselling Today
Meet with a Vancouver counsellor and discuss your eligibility and specific situation.
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