Professional Counselling Since 1990

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Resolve Trauma

Welcome to Sheran Selluski Counselling M.A., RCC

Sheran uses multiple approaches in her therapy that is best suited to the needs of her clients. Some approaches used include but not limited to Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Talk Therapy, Thought Field Therapy (TFT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Life Stress Management.

Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma Therapy – ICBC Counselling

As of April 1, 2019, onward, ICBC will pre-approve 12 counselling sessions without a doctor’s referral, if you come in within 12 weeks from the date of the accidents.

ICBC claims are direct payment with authorization.

After an accident, common symptoms of Car Accident Trauma include:

Fear of driving
Panic attacks/flashbacks
Irritability
Insomnia
Intrusive thoughts
Fatigue/ low energy
Muscle tension/pain

If you’re suffering from any of these symptoms, consider counselling as a possible solution. Most people who go through a traumatic event may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with time and self-care, they usually get better. If the symptoms get worse or last for months and interfere with day-to-day functioning, you may have PTSD.

Types of Addictions

Often, the term “addiction” is associated with the compulsive use of alcohol and other drugs. But people can get addicted to anything that spikes the reward chemical in the brain. Social media, one line shopping, gambling for example can all be addicting and result in many of the same downsides as substance abuse.

Compulsive behaviors and addictions share some common traits.

The belief that happiness depends on the “drug or behavior” of choice and relationships can suffer because of the compulsive use or behavior
the mind and body develops a tolerance to the substance /behavior
withdrawal symptoms develop when a person quits the compulsion
a loss of control over the substance/behavior despite signs that they and others are suffering.

The most common types of compulsive behaviors are: exercise, body image, food (over or under eating), gambling, video games/smartphones, love/relationship, self harm, sex, shopping, social media and work addictions.

Whether the addiction is a substance or a compulsive behavior that negatively impacts your life, there are treatment options that can help.

The difference between ANXIETY and STRESS.

Anxiety and stress are both emotional responses, but stress is usually triggered by external triggers. It can be short term like a work deadline or long term such as chronic illness or discrimination. Irritability, anger, fatigue, sleep disruption and digestive issues can be symptomatic of stress.

Anxiety is defined as persistent excessive worries that does not go away even in the absence of a stressor. Anxiety can mimic stress symptoms.

Both mild stress and mild anxiety respond well to similar coping strategies such as physical activity, nutritious diet, and good sleep patterns.

If the stress or anxiety does not respond to these strategies, or you feel that your day to day functioning is being adversely affected, it may be beneficial to consult with a professional.

Grief and Loss

Whatever type of loss you have suffered, there is no right or wrong way to grieve. Grief is a natural emotional response that you feel when something or someone you care about is taken away. It can feel overwhelming. You may experience many difficult and unexpected emotions, from shock or anger to disbelief and profound sadness. Grief can disrupt your physical health., making it hard to eat or sleep. These are normal reactions to grief and the more significant the loss, the more intense the grief will be.

Any loss can cause grief. Death of a loved one, divorce or loss of relationship, loss of health, losing a job or a dream, miscarriage, retirement, loss of a pet and even the loss of a felt sense of safety after a trauma.

Whatever the loss, it is personal to you. And while grieving a loss is part of life, there are ways to come to terms with the loss and move forward with your life.