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If you are currently experiencing anxiety or other mental health issues as a result of a car accident, you likely have an active ICBC  claim to help cover the costs of counselling and treatment. While going through the ICBC claim process and receiving therapy  support, open communication between you, your therapist, and the ICBC claim adjuster can help make everything run smoothly.  Here are some tips for working effectively with your therapist when an ICBC claim is ongoing: 

• Inform your therapist about your ICBC claim from the start. Letting your counsellor know from the first session that you are  going through ICBC and need counselling costs covered will allow them to coordinate billing properly from the beginning.  They can also provide guidance on

In today’s fast-paced world, chronic stress has become an inescapable aspect of daily life  for many. From the moment we wake up to notifications on our devices, to long workdays  and endless to-do lists, our nervous systems are in a constant state of alarm. As a  therapist specializing in somatic experiencing and anxiety counseling in Vancouver, I often  see the negative impacts of this stress on my clients’ mental and physical well-being.  However, there is hope. Mindfulness practices can help to undo the effects of modern  stress and cultivate i

When considering therapy, many people wonder whether they need trauma counselling or  general counselling to address their mental health challenges. Understanding the  distinction between these two types of therapy can help you make an informed decision  about the support that best suits your needs. 

At Allium Clinic in Vancouver, I specialize in trauma and anxiety counselling, offering a  range of therapeutic methods tailored to the unique needs of each individual. 

Trauma counselling is specifically designed to help indiv

At Allium Clinic, we understand the complex relationship between ADHD and anxiety and the debilitating cycle of procrastination that often stems from it. For many, this cycle is further complicated by perfectionism, where the need to achieve and perform flawlessly results in significant stress and anxiety. Through our specialized services in anxiety counselling and trauma counselling in Vancouver, we aim to help individuals break free from this vicious cycle.

Procrastination, anxiety, and perfectionism are intricately connected. Individuals with ADHD often struggle with procrastination due to difficulties in exec

Growing up with emotionally immature parents can be quite difficult. From inappropriate parental  boundaries to a lack of empathy and emotional support, these behaviours can leave children feeling  unseen, unheard, and deeply insecure. While painful, identifying these signs can be the first step to  healing old wounds and breaking negative patterns.  

If this describes your childhood, you may recognize some of these ten signs you grew up with  emotionally immature parents. 

As a child, you were often put in the position of comforting your parent. You had to suppress your  feelings and walk on eggshells to avoid triggering your parents’ emotions, which denied you the space to  express your authentic em

Trauma from one’s childhood has long-lasting impacts that can show up in our relationships as adults. Experiencing hurt, neglect or abuse during formative years shapes our beliefs about ourselves and others in profound ways. Many of us carry wounds, some deep-seated, without even realizing how they continue affecting us. Today, we will be exploring how childhood trauma influences relationships and attachment, along with practical steps that can be taken toward healing.  

Our early relationships with caregivers lay the foundation of how secure or insecure we feel with others. Loving, consistent care builds a sense of safety, trust and worthiness. However,

Have you ever encountered a situation where traditional therapy didn’t yield the desired results? Perhaps you experienced temporary relief, but still find yourself grappling with intense emotional episodes. At times, it might even be puzzling as to why you react so strongly.

It’s possible that you’re encountering dysregulation, wherein your nervous system becomes overwhelmed, causing your body to enter a state of heightened “fight or flight” response. These episodes can be triggered by various factors such as conflicts in relationships, overwhelming stress, traumatic memories, or challenging circumstances like an unhealthy work environment.

1. Trouble thinking clearly
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For those who have long-term anxiety, constant stress, or are still healing from past trauma, understanding how these difficult things can impact your mind and body can lessen the harsh inner critic. Learning more about trauma’s reach helps you recognize that what you’re going through likely isn’t your fault but a normal response given what you’ve experienced. With compassion for what you’ve survived, you can let go of shame and focus on regaining balance through self-care and insight. Counsellors in Vancouver who specialize in areas like trauma counselling understand trauma’s profound reach through their mindfulness-informed training in modalities like

Have you tried traditional therapy and found it didn’t work? Maybe you felt better for a while, but have continued to have emotionally overwhelming episodes. In some cases, you may not even know why you’re responding so strongly.

 You could be experiencing dysregulation. That’s when your nervous system is overwhelmed, and your body responds in “fight or flight” mode. These episodes can be triggered by relationship conflicts, overwhelming stress, traumatic memories, or difficult situations such as an unhealthy work environment.

 Some symptoms of dysregulation include:

• Trouble thinking clearly
• Feeling highly emotional (or completely shut down)
• Ruminating thoughts about a person or situation
• A need to hide or find a safe pla