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Counselling Articles &
Recovery Resources

Practical, honest articles on ICBC recovery, trauma, anxiety, men's mental health, and relationships under stress. Written by Dave Dyck, MC, CCC, Nanaimo BC.

ICBC Recovery
Why Driving Feels Scary After a Car Accident
Your nervous system is doing exactly what it was designed to do. Here is why driving anxiety happens after an accident and what actually helps.
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Trauma Recovery
7 Signs Trauma Is Still Affecting You After an Accident
Trauma does not always announce itself. Here are seven signs it may still be running in the background.
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Concussion Recovery
Can a Concussion Increase Anxiety and Emotional Overwhelm?
Yes — concussions disrupt the brain's emotional regulation systems. Here is what happens and what helps.
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Men's Mental Health
Why Men Emotionally Shut Down Under Stress
Most men do not decide to shut down emotionally. It just happens. Understanding why is the first step.
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Relationships Under Stress
How Trauma Impacts Relationships and Communication
Trauma spills into relationships through withdrawal, irritability, and communication breakdown.
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Anxiety & Overwhelm
Why Anxiety Can Feel Physical in the Body
Anxiety does not always feel like worry. Often it shows up as chest tightness, headaches, or constant muscle tension.
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Trauma Recovery
What Happens to the Nervous System After Trauma?
Understanding what trauma does to your nervous system is often the first step toward changing it.
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Family Stress After Trauma
How Car Accidents Affect Relationships and Family Stress
An accident affects everyone in the household — not just the person who was in it.
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Family Stress After Trauma
Supporting a Loved One After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Watching someone you love struggle after an accident is hard. Here is how to help without burning yourself out.
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Family Stress After Trauma
Why Families Feel Emotionally Exhausted After an Accident
Family exhaustion after a car accident is real, common, and often invisible.
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Trauma Recovery
Understanding Hypervigilance After a Car Accident
Hypervigilance keeps your nervous system stuck in threat mode. Here is what it is and what helps.
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Relationships Under Stress
How Stress Impacts Communication in Relationships
Stress changes how we talk to the people we love — often for the worse. Here is why.
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ICBC Recovery
What to Do After a Car Accident in BC — A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical guide to ICBC claims, mental health support, and accessing funded counselling after an accident.
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Trauma Recovery
What is EMI Therapy?
Eye Movement Integration helps the brain process distressing memories without having to relive them in detail.
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Getting Started
What to Expect in Your First Counselling Session
Not sure what happens in a first session? Here is exactly what to expect — and what not to worry about.
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Getting Started
What to Expect From Virtual Counselling
Virtual sessions are just as effective as in-person. Here is how they work and what to prepare.
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Men's Mental Health
Why Men Don't Ask for Help — And Why That Needs to Change
Most men wait too long. Understanding why it is hard to reach out is the first step toward something different.
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