Naz Alavi, Registered Clinical Counsellor, is an approved service provider under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). This means that individuals covered by IFHP—such as refugees, protected persons, and certain other newcomer groups—can access counselling services with Naz at no cost to them through their IFHP benefits. Naz believes that mental health support should be...
The journey through infertility can be one of the most challenging experiences individuals and couples face. It often involves navigating the complexities of assisted reproductive technologies like IVF, which can bring both hope and uncertainty. Along this path, many may encounter the heart-wrenching experience of miscarriage, leading to profound feelings of loss and grief. It’s...
We offer 12 free pre-approved counselling sessions for ICBC clients following your accident. Direct billing is available. If you have been in a car accident and have a claim number with ICBC, our team is here to support you through the challenges of recovery. Accidents can lead to emotional and psychological trauma, and we are...
Who Is at Greater Risk for Divorcing? In that recent post on understanding the divorce rate, I reviewed some of the complexities of understanding the average divorce risk. No matter which estimates one uses, the fact is that there is a substantial risk for divorce in marriage. While there are academic arguments about how great...
Mental strength and inner peace go hand in hand. Mentally strong people are confident that they can handle whatever life throws their way. That’s not to say they don’t feel pain or that they don’t get sad—they experience their emotions on a deep level. But they don’t waste energy wishing things were different or trying to change other people. They...
Finding ways to cope with anxiety is as much a matter of perspective as a strategy. Anxiety in and of itself doesn’t have to be a bad thing, and in fact can be a help, especially when we are busy. A powerful source of information and energy, anxiety can walk a fine line between motivating and overwhelming depending on...
During the course of a lifetime, many women will experience one or more of the following: Addictions Anger Anxiety and panic Depression Disordered eating Family of origin & childhood issues Grief & loss Life & career transitions Low self-esteem, difficulties with assertiveness and boundaries Relationship challenges Reproductive health challenges related to hormones, pregnancy, pregnancy loss,...
Grief counselling helps people cope with grief and mourning following the loss of a loved one or due to major life changes that trigger feelings of grief (i.e. job loss or divorce). It provides a space for individuals to work through and process the complex emotions surrounding loss. Healthy grieving results in remembering the loss...
Addictions rarely revolve around just our item of choice. They are complex emotional issues that can be influenced by our family environment, relationships, school, career, and friends. Addictions can include: Alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, and smoking. Counselling and Psychotherapy can provide lasting change in dealing with your addiction. Addiction therapists at Ava Counselling help you...
