I'm Dave Dyck, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) based in Nanaimo. As a registered ICBC provider, I offer virtual ICBC counselling to Ladysmith residents with direct billing — meaning in most cases there's no upfront cost to you.
What You're Entitled to After an Accident
- 12 pre-approved sessions within the first 12 weeks
- No doctor's referral needed if you start within that window
- Coverage applies regardless of who was at fault
- Virtual sessions fully covered — join from home
- Extensions available when clinically needed
- Family members may also be covered — see ICBC Family Counselling
The Counselling Gap on Vancouver Island
Residents between Nanaimo and Duncan often fall through the cracks when it comes to specialized MVA mental health support. Driving anxiety, PTSD, sleep disruption, emotional shutdown — these do not go away on their own and they deserve proper support. Virtual counselling means you get the same quality of care as someone in a city, without leaving home.
What I Help With
- PTSD and trauma from the accident
- Driving anxiety and fear of being in vehicles
- Anxiety, panic attacks, and hypervigilance
- Sleep disruption and emotional exhaustion
- Depression and withdrawal
- Concussion-related emotional impacts
- Relationship and family stress after the accident — family coverage may apply
How to Get Started
- Contact me with your ICBC claim number
- I confirm your coverage and book your first session
- I direct bill ICBC — you focus on recovering
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to travel to Nanaimo for sessions?
No — all sessions are virtual and fully covered by ICBC. You join from home anywhere in BC.
Do I need a referral?
Not if you start within 12 weeks of your accident. Just your ICBC claim number.
It has been more than 12 weeks. Can I still access coverage?
Often yes. Extended coverage is possible with documentation. Reach out and we will review your options.
Can my family members also access ICBC counselling?
They may be eligible. See ICBC Family Counselling for details.
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