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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC

Rachel Lavery

Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC

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Victoria, BC V8T
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If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Life can be challenging. Whether you’re worried about your child’s behaviour, struggling with anxiety, or feeling frustrated that things haven’t improved despite your best efforts, I’m here to help. As a therapist specializing in helping parents and families, I understand how difficult it can be to manage big emotions, both your own and your child’s. If you’ve looked for answers, but things still feel uncertain, it's time for a change. Together, I can help you and your family find calm amidst the chaos, manage overwhelming feelings, and build more secure, positive connections.
I specialize in working with individuals and families navigating ADHD and neurodiversity. Using a compassionate, strengths-based approach, I help you find individualized strategies that work. I incorporate relational neuroscience to understand how the brain and nervous system influence emotions, behaviors, and relationships, creating lasting change
I understand that navigating life, ADHD, friendship, school, neurodiversity, and family challenges can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can explore strategies to manage emotions, improve relationships, and create lasting change. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out and begin this journey.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Victoria, BC V8T

Samara Counselling & Consultation

4090 Shelbourne St

101B

Victoria, BC V8T map

My website
I specialize in Child, Chronic Pain and ADHD 
$165 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Connect with Rachel Lavery
Photo of Rachel Lavery, Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Victoria, BC V8T

Samara Counselling & Consultation

4090 Shelbourne St

101B

Victoria, BC V8T map

My website
I specialize in Child, Chronic Pain and ADHD 
$165 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165

Payment Methods

Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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We do work with some types of insurance. Please email and we can talk about insurance.
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
We do work with some types of insurance. Please email and we can talk about insurance.
Photo of Rachel Lavery, Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 16997 Rachel Lavery
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Athabasca University, Master Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Lethbridge BA & BEd / 2003
  • Degree/Diploma from Athabasca University Masters of Counselling Psychology / 2019
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Cancer
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Circle of Security - Parenting
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Victoria, BC V8T

Additional Location

Samara Counselling & Consultation

4090 Shelbourne St

101B

Victoria, BC V8T

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC