Counselling for Women

Our counselling programs are for women* who have experienced violence or abuse in their relationship and are interested in taking a step in their own healing journey. For individuals who have experienced violence or abuse in their relationship and not living at Nova Vita, speaking with our Intake Coordinator is the first step. Our Intake Coordinator will set up an initial interview with you, explain our programs, answer any questions, help you to develop a safety plan if necessary, and connect you with the service or program that best meets your needs, and the needs of your children.

(For individuals who have been abusive towards their partner or are at risk of using abusive behaviour in their relationship, please see our Challenge to Change Program).

Group Counselling

Group Counselling is available for women* aged 16 years and over who are in, or have been in an abusive relationship. We have a variety of groups including:

For more information about these groups or to schedule an intake:
Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-752-1005 x221
Or email info@novavita.org

Individual Counselling

Individual Counselling is available for individuals aged 16 years and over who have experienced violence or abuse and interested in taking a step on their healing journey.

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:
Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-752-1005 x221
Or email info@novavita.org

Rural Counselling

Counselling is also available for clients in the Brant County area at our satellite office at the Cowan Community Health Hub (25 Curtis Ave North, Paris). Our Rural Transitional Support Worker (TSW) provides outreach support services to women* (16+) who are transitioning from an abusive relationship to safe, affordable housing with wrap-around supports like safety planning, court support and more.

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:
Call our Rural Transitional Support Worker (TSW) at 519-732-2160
Or email info@novavita.org

Caring Families

This program is for parents and caregivers experiencing high conflict in co-parenting situations. The goal of this program is to create respectful communication tools and positive parenting approaches to foster healthy co-parenting relationships. Concurrent group sessions are offered separately for each parent, and children attend their own age-appropriate sessions.

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:
Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-752-1005 x221
Or email info@novavita.org

Differential Response

In partnership with Child and Family Services of Grand Erie (CFSGE), our Differential Response program provides wrap-around domestic violence intervention services for moms, dads, and caregivers involved in child protection services.

This program receives referrals only through Child and Family Services of Grand Erie.

Additional Groups

Below is a list of additional groups available. Intake is ongoing and available all-year long:

SAFER (Self-Awareness & Finding Empowerment in Relationships) Group: Are you a woman* aged 16-24, and curious about what makes a relationship truly healthy? Join us at SAFER. This group helps young women gain a better understanding of themselves, learn about abuse and coercive control, and understand the building blocks of healthy relationships. Learn more at novavita.org/safer.

Stronger Self Support Group: This 6 week group provides the opportunity for clients to explore tools and techniques to assist them in coping with the impacts of violence. Covering topics ranging from “Self-Compassion” to “Self-Regulation”, participants are given information and practical skills for self-improvement and empowerment. Each session combines information sharing, interactive activities, and discussion to support each individuals learning. Learn more at novavita.org/stronger-self.

For more information about these groups or to schedule an intake:
Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-752-1005 x221
Or email info@novavita.org

*Includes gender-diverse individuals