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A collision can leave emotional injuries long after the physical ones heal: fear of driving, flashbacks, poor sleep and constant worry. Motor vehicle accident counselling helps you recover your confidence and get back on the road.
Registeredclinical social worker
In personor online across Alberta
MultilingualEnglish, Hindi, Nepali, Punjabi, Urdu
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Quick answer
Motor vehicle accident counselling is trauma-focused therapy for drivers, passengers, cyclists and pedestrians affected by a collision. It treats anxiety, fear of driving, intrusive memories, low mood and sleep problems using evidence-based approaches such as trauma-focused CBT, gradual exposure to driving and EMDR. It can also help when emotional distress is slowing physical recovery or a return to work.
In Alberta, counselling after a collision may be covered by auto insurance accident benefits or extended health plans. Ask your insurer or adjuster what is approved before you start.
Is this right for you?
Strong reactions in the first weeks are normal. Consider counselling if they last more than a month or keep getting worse.
Avoiding driving or being a passenger, or panicking at certain roads or intersections.
Reliving the crash through intrusive images, sounds or dreams.
Jumping at brakes, horns or sirens, and constantly scanning the road.
Feeling down, frustrated or short-tempered since the accident.
Pain that worsens with stress, or stress that worsens with pain.
Difficulty concentrating or returning to work after the collision.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and see if we are the right fit. No referral is needed.
How we help
Counselling is practical and goal-focused, working toward what matters to you, such as driving to work, taking the kids to school or sleeping through the night.
Sessions are usually 50 to 60 minutes, in person at our South Edmonton office or online by secure video anywhere in Alberta.
Understand how the accident changed your thinking and rebuild confidence step by step.
A planned, gradual return to driving and being a passenger, starting with situations that feel manageable.
Helps your brain reprocess distressing memories of the crash so they lose their emotional charge.
Step by step
A typical path. Your therapist adapts it to you.
A free 15-minute call to share what is going on, ask questions and get matched with the right therapist.
We listen, understand your history and goals, and agree on a plan together.
You build practical skills in session and try them in daily life, at a pace that feels manageable.
We check progress against your goals and adjust, wrap up, or plan follow-up support.
Care from a Registered Clinical Social Worker (MSW, RCSW) who is a Diplomate and Certified in CBT, with EMDR, DBT and Gottman training.
Our office is in South Edmonton, with secure video sessions anywhere in Alberta.
Counselling in English, Hindi, Nepali, Punjabi and Urdu.
We direct bill select insurance providers. Eligible clients can access free counselling through NIHB and IFHP.
Respectful, trauma-informed care for people of every background.
Choose your therapist
Pick someone who feels like a good fit, then book directly with them on Jane or send us a request below.
Registered Clinical Social Worker
Registered Clinical Social Worker in Alberta and Registered Social Worker in Ontario, offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling for individuals, couples and families.
Not sure who to choose? Select “No preference” in the form and we will match you.
For collisions before January 1, 2027, Section B accident benefits can cover reasonable psychological treatment within set limits. Newer collisions fall under Alberta’s Care-First system. Extended health plans may also cover counselling. Confirm with your insurer.
If symptoms are still strong a few weeks after the collision, or are getting worse, it is a good time to start. Early support can prevent problems becoming long-term.
Yes. Graded exposure combined with CBT and anxiety skills is one of the most effective ways to overcome driving anxiety.
With your written consent, we can provide progress information. A structured trauma impact assessment is also available when more detailed documentation is needed.
No. You can book directly online or by phone. A doctor’s referral is not required, although some insurance plans ask for one, so check your plan if you plan to claim.
Many extended health plans cover counselling with a Registered Clinical Social Worker. We direct bill select insurance providers, and eligible clients can access free counselling through NIHB and IFHP. Check your plan for coverage details.
Our office is at 3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2, in South Edmonton. We also offer secure online sessions anywhere in Alberta.
Take the first step
Send a request and we will reply to arrange your first session, or book a time yourself on our secure Jane App portal.
587-372-3143
contact@disha.ca
3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2
In crisis? Call or text 9-8-8, or dial 911. This form is not monitored around the clock.
