Violence refers to the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself, another person, or a group or community, resulting in harm, injury, or death. It can take many forms, including physical, sexual, emotional, and verbal.
Signs
Anger, conflict and harm touch many lives. It may be time to reach out when fear or aggression keeps hurting your safety, your peace of mind or the people you care about.
How counselling helps
Early on
With your counsellor, you look at what happened and what sets off fear or anger, at a pace that feels safe for you.
As you go
You practise ways to calm your body and mind when anger or fear rises, using tools from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which looks at thoughts and actions.
Over time
You work on clear, respectful ways to set limits and talk through conflict, so you can feel safer with others and with yourself.
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Violence refers to the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself, another person, or a group or community, resulting in harm, injury, or death. It can take many forms, including physical, sexual, emotional, and verbal.
Violence can have a significant impact on individuals, families, and communities, including:
Aggressive behaviour is often the result of unmet needs, past traumas, or underlying mental health conditions. Understanding the root causes of aggressive behaviour can help individuals and communities develop effective strategies to prevent and address violence.
Our therapists use approaches such as CBT, trauma therapy, and anger management counselling to help individuals:
Breaking the cycle of violence requires a multi-faceted approach, including:
At No Fear Counselling, we offer a range of services to prevent and intervene in violent behaviour. Our experienced counsellors provide evidence-based therapy and support to individuals and families affected, as well as education and training to help prevent these behaviours in the first place. Contact us today to learn more.
If you or someone you know is affected by violence, No Fear Counselling can help. Our experienced counsellors can provide you with the support and tools you need to overcome aggressive behaviour and build healthy, positive relationships. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
No counsellor lists violence as an area of practice yet. These counsellors help with complex trauma, repairing relationships and addictions / substance use, which are related. A free consultation can help you find who fits.
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FAQs
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You may want to talk with a counsellor if fear, anger or memories of harm keep getting in the way of sleep, work or relationships. You do not need to wait until things feel serious. Counselling can help whether violence happened recently or long ago, and whether you were harmed, saw it happen or worry about your own anger.
Yes, counselling can help you understand what drives your anger and find safer ways to respond. Your counsellor will listen without judging you. Together you notice early warning signs, like a tight chest or racing thoughts, and practise ways to pause before words or actions cause harm.
No, you decide what to share and when. Our counsellors use a trauma-informed approach, which means they put your safety, choice and comfort first. You can share as much or as little as you like, and you can slow down or take a break at any time.
Yes, you can meet with a counsellor online from anywhere in BC. Some people find it easier to talk from a place that feels private. If someone at home may hear or check on you, you can choose a time and space that keeps you safe. We also offer a free 15-minute consultation by phone or video.
If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433), or call 911 if you are in danger. Counselling is not an emergency service, so please reach out to these lines first. When you feel safer, a counsellor can help you work through what happened.