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Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC

Michelle Carchrae

Counsellor, MC, RCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Bowen Island, BC V0N
Let's Connect (514) 613-7524
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As we move through life, we develop familiar ways of coping. Some phases of life bring challenges that begin to exceed our ability to handle them using our regular coping strategies. Emotional ups and downs, outbursts of anger, withdrawing or relationship conflicts can be some of the clues that your coping strategies are overwhelmed. You might also notice disorganization, anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, overthinking or a racing mind that makes it hard to rest or sleep even when you have time to take a break. You may be quite hard on yourself, and if you feel criticised or misunderstood by others it can add fuel to the fire.
I help clients build the inner stability, confidence and skills to cope with challenges in a sustainable, healthy way. Together we identify the goals that can move you towards a life that is meaningful, functional and satisfying. I take a collaborative and client-centered approach, drawing on training in Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Focusing and IFS.
If you've been dedicated to trying to make everything work on your own for a long time, it's already a step towards change to reach out and try a different way. It's possible to feel capable, valuable and able to navigate relationships well, and I'd be honoured to work with you on that journey. Please reach out with any questions or to book a free consult.
Call or Michelle Carchrae now for a free 15 minute consultation - (514) 613-7524

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bowen Island, BC V0N

(514) 613-7524
I see clients online from Tuesday - Friday, and in person on Bowen Island on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning.
I specialize in ADHD, Relationship Issues and Anger Management 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Therapy can help you feel more calm, curious and confident in life, so that you can live in a way that is more meaningful and true to you.
Michelle Carchrae
Let's Connect (514) 613-7524
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bowen Island, BC V0N

(514) 613-7524
I see clients online from Tuesday - Friday, and in person on Bowen Island on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning.
I specialize in ADHD, Relationship Issues and Anger Management 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Therapy can help you feel more calm, curious and confident in life, so that you can live in a way that is more meaningful and true to you.
Michelle Carchrae

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Paypal, Wire

Insurance

  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • First Nations Health Authority
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Payments are by etransfer, and a limited number of sliding scale spots are available on request.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524
"
Payments are by etransfer, and a limited number of sliding scale spots are available on request.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / RCC 18720 Michelle Carchrae
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended City University of Seattle, Master of Counselling, Graduated 2021
  • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by Province of British Columbia / RCC 18720
  • Membership with Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA) 2024
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I have four years of experience helping people with both childhood and adult trauma. I am a certified Focusing Oriented Therapist, and have also recently completed the IFS Level 1 training.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524
"
I have four years of experience helping people with both childhood and adult trauma. I am a certified Focusing Oriented Therapist, and have also recently completed the IFS Level 1 training.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anger Management

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Positivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Dreamwork
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Nightmare Treatment
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I primarily work with clients who are struggling with emotion regulation, people-pleasing and difficulty slowing down in either thoughts or movement. Often, there's also some childhood history of being hurt by others or very self-sufficient at a young age. Together we will work to understand where you are coming from and to help you identify and move towards the life you want to be living.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524
"
I primarily work with clients who are struggling with emotion regulation, people-pleasing and difficulty slowing down in either thoughts or movement. Often, there's also some childhood history of being hurt by others or very self-sufficient at a young age. Together we will work to understand where you are coming from and to help you identify and move towards the life you want to be living.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • AEDP
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Feminist
  • Focusing Oriented Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Relational Life Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I work in a collaborative, client-centered way that includes experiential approaches such as focusing, internal family systems (IFS) and ACT. These are gentle, safe and effective ways to learn new ways to cope and heal from the past.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524
"
I work in a collaborative, client-centered way that includes experiential approaches such as focusing, internal family systems (IFS) and ACT. These are gentle, safe and effective ways to learn new ways to cope and heal from the past.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (514) 613-7524

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Bowen Island, BC V0N

(514) 613-7524

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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I see clients online from Tuesday - Friday, and in person on Bowen Island on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call for a free consultation now - (514) 613-7524
"
I see clients online from Tuesday - Friday, and in person on Bowen Island on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning.
Photo of Michelle Carchrae, Counsellor, MC, RCC
Michelle Carchrae
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Call for a free consultation now - (514) 613-7524