CVAP
If you or an immediate family member have been a victim or witness to violence, including physical and sexual abuse, you may be eligible for financial assistance to cover partial or full cost of counselling through Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP). It provides financial benefits to help offset financial losses and assist in recovery.
CVAP Application Information:
Victim’s Service workers are available to offer assistance applying for CVAP funding and to answer any questions you may have. Even if you’re not sure if you have been a victim of crime, you can call VictimLinkBC at 1-800-563-0808 for assistance.
Application forms are also available from victim service programs or through the Crime Victim Assistance Program.
In most cases, the application must be received within one year from the date the crime took place. You do not have to wait for charges to be laid or for the offender to be conviction before
Benefits for Victims of Crime include:
- Medical and dental services
- Prescription drug expenses
- Counselling
- Protective measures
- Replacement of damaged or destroyed eyeglasses, clothing and disability aids
- Childcare and homemaker services
- Disability aids and related disability expenses or services
- Support for a child born because of a crime
- Vocational services
- Income support or lost earning capacity
- Transportation and related expenses
- Crime scene cleaning
Some of our counsellors are registered therapists with the Crime Victim’s Assistance Program. Please contact us to set up a free consultation with one of our registered therapists.
CVAP Session (50 min in-person or online) – $20 plus GST
*Please note that CVAP claims only covers a portion of the counselling session fee; the remainder of our fee will be charged to the client after each session.
CVAP Counselling Can Be Effective For:
CVAP counselling is a supportive journey designed to help those who have experienced or witnessed a crime. It offers a nurturing space where you can find understanding, develop resilience, and rediscover your inner strength. It is particularly effective for:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): We’ll work together to process traumatic experiences and build a sense of safety.
- Anxiety and panic attacks: Learn to quiet your mind and find calm in challenging moments.
- Depression: Discover ways to lift the fog and reconnect with joy in your life.
- Grief and loss after a violent crime: Navigate the complex emotions of loss and find meaning in your experiences.
- Sleep disturbances and nightmares: Reclaim restful nights and peaceful dreams.
- Anger management issues: Transform anger into a source of positive change and personal growth.
- Emotional numbness or detachment: Reconnect with your feelings and the world around you.
- Fear of recurrence or hypervigilance: Develop tools to feel grounded and secure in your daily life.
Remember, healing is a personal journey with no set timeline. Whether your experience was recent or years ago, CVAP counsellors in Vancouver are here to support you in rediscovering your resilience and emotional well-being.
Benefits of CVAP Therapy
Here are some advantages of seeking CVAP counselling in Vancouver:
- Targeted Professional Support: Work with a qualified therapist trained in trauma recovery and victim assistance.
- Low Cost to the Victim: CVAP covers most of the cost of therapy, meaning victims don’t need to worry about financial burdens when seeking help.
- Enhanced Emotional Resilience: Therapy equips individuals with tools to cope with trauma and regain emotional strength.
- Safe Space to Process Trauma: Counselling provides a confidential and supportive environment to discuss difficult emotions.
- Guidance Through Healing: Therapists help victims navigate their recovery at their own pace, ensuring they receive personalized care.
Through CVAP, victims of crime receive specialized support to help them move forward after a traumatic event.
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FAQ
- CVAP counselling is a government-funded therapy service for victims of crime, designed to help them recover emotionally and mentally after experiencing or witnessing violence.
- Victims of certain violent crimes in British Columbia, as well as their family members, may qualify for CVAP.
- You can apply for CVAP funding by completing an application form available on the BC government website. A CVAP-approved therapist can also guide you through the process.
- The number of sessions depends on the individual’s situation. CVAP typically offers an initial allotment of therapy hours, which can be extended based on need.
- Yes, you can choose a therapist who is registered with CVAP. Many counsellors in Vancouver and Coquitlam are approved to provide these services.
Our Registered Clinical Counsellors & Therapists in Vancouver & Coquitlam
We take great care in selecting the therapists we hire and only bring on those who embody our values of compassion, curiosity, and openness. We believe that these qualities are essential to creating an environment where our clients can feel safe and supported as they navigate their mental health journey.
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