Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC (he, him)
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Montréal, QC H2L
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As a registered drama therapist I combine creative interventions and verbal processing to help individuals process their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, develop coping skills and rehearse for life. Using a client-centred approach, I meet the person where they are, discover their strengths, and facilitate their growth and development. I also help clients foster creativity in their daily lives to encourage wellness. I have experience working with queer and trans folks, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, substance users, those experiencing grief or feeling lost and people having trouble regulating mood, behaviour, and anxiety.
No theatrical experience is necessary to benefit from drama therapy. I use techniques and activities to help clients externalize their problems creatively using props, storytelling, drawing, collage, metaphor, role-play, and improvisation. The amount of verbal exchange varies depending on the needs, wants and comfort levels of the client.
My approach to well-being is based on a connection of the mind, body, and soul. If you would like more information about drama therapy, have questions about my practice or if you would like to schedule a brief phone or video consultation free of charge please contact me by email. My typical response time is within 48 hours.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Paypal
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Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Quebec / 10010751 Michael McCarthy
- In Practice for 4 Years
- Certificate from Canadain Counselling and Psychotherapy Association: Certified Canadian Counsellor 10010751 / 2023
- Certificate from North American Drama Therapy Association: Registered Drama Therapist 886 / 2023
- Attended Concordia University, Masters Creative Arts Therapies: Drama Therapy, Graduated 2017
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Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Alcohol Use
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Lesbian
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Transgender
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Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Drama Therapy
- Harm-Reduction
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
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Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC
Location
Primary Location
Montréal, QC H2L
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Michael McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, RDT, CCC