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Domestic Violence Counselling

A safe, confidential place to rebuild safety, strength, and control.

Experiencing domestic violence — whether physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or sexual — can leave long-lasting effects on safety, self-worth, relationships, and mental health. Many survivors struggle with fear, confusion, shame, or the feeling of being “stuck.” You do not have to navigate this alone.

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Our Domestic Violence Counselling provides trauma-informed, non-judgmental support for individuals who have experienced or are currently experiencing violence in intimate or family relationships. The focus is on safety, healing, clarity, and empowerment — at your pace.

Who This Is For

A safe, confidential place to rebuild safety, strength, and control.

  • Individuals currently experiencing abuse

  • Survivors of past domestic violence

  • People unsure whether their relationship is abusive

  • Individuals feeling trapped, fearful, or controlled

  • Survivors navigating separation or divorce

  • People recovering from emotional manipulation, gaslighting, or coercive control

  • Anyone seeking safety planning, emotional support, or validation

Types of Abuse We Support

Compassionate Support for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life

  • Physical assault or threats

  • Emotional or psychological abuse

  • Verbal abuse and intimidation

  • Coercive control and isolation

  • Gaslighting and manipulation

  • Sexual violence or pressure

  • Financial control or deprivation

  • Immigrant-related control (papers, sponsorship threats)

  • Tech-enabled abuse and surveillance

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All experiences are valid — even if you are unsure whether it “counts.”

How Domestic Violence Counselling Helps

Compassionate Support for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life

1. Trauma-Informed Support & Validation

We help you process what happened with compassion and safety.

Understanding abuse cycles

Reducing shame and self-blame

Emotional grounding and stabilization

Nervous system regulation after trauma

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2. Safety Planning

Your safety comes first.

Identifying risks and warning signs

Safety plans for home, work, children, and online spaces

Planning for crisis situations

Accessing community resources and shelters (if needed)

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3. Healing & Emotional Recovery

Domestic violence affects the brain and body. We support:

Anxiety, fear, hypervigilance

Depression or hopelessness

Trauma triggers and flashbacks

Sleep problems

Boundaries and assertiveness

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4. Rebuilding Identity & Confidence

Abuse often erodes self-trust and independence. Counselling helps you:

Rebuild self-esteem and personal agency

Reclaim your voice and autonomy

Reconnect with values, goals, and future plans

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5. Support With Decision-Making

There is no pressure to leave or stay — your choice is respected.
We help you gain clarity on:

Relationship patterns

Legal and financial concerns (referrals available)

Parenting considerations

Communication strategies with your partner/ex-partner

What Sessions May Include

Compassionate Support for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life

  • Trauma-informed therapy (CBT, DBT, narrative, somatic tools)

  • Emotional stabilization and grounding

  • Exploring relationship dynamics

  • Psychoeducation on abuse cycles and trauma responses

  • Boundary-setting and assertiveness coaching

  • Safety planning (customized to your situation)

  • Navigating separation, divorce, or co-parenting dynamics

  • Support for rebuilding independence and self-worth

Format & Delivery

Compassionate Support for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life

  • Virtual counselling across Canada

  • Confidential, supportive, non-judgmental

  • Suitable for adults, teens, and LGBTQ2S+ clients

  • Referrals provided for legal, housing, or social-service support when needed

FAQ

1. Do I have to leave my partner to start counselling?
No. You are welcome regardless of whether you are staying, planning to leave, or unsure.

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2. I’m not sure if what I’m experiencing is abuse — can I still come?
Yes. Many clients come for clarity, education, and support.

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3. Will you report my situation?
We maintain confidentiality except in cases required by law (risk of harm to self/others or concerns for minors/vulnerable individuals). We can explain these limits clearly.

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4. Can you help with safety planning?
Absolutely — safety planning is a core part of our work.

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5. I feel ashamed and confused — is this normal?
Yes. These feelings are common. Counselling provides a validating space to process them gently and safely.

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