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Arnold Lavaire, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Arnold is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Arnold. View 10 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia and Illinois

Recent reviews

Very professional

Reviewed March 2024

Arnold has been a fantastic counselor who is intentional about focusing on what is happening in the heart and recognizing historical patterns. Arnold has been a great encouragement and been very helpful in processing different things.

Reviewed November 2022

More about Arnold

  • 14 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC, LCPC

I am Arnold A Lavaire, a bilingual Christian counselor licensed in the state of Virginia and Illinois. I was born and raised in Honduras and moved to live in the United States in 1996. I served 5 years of military service in the US Navy. I am fluent in Spanish, I can conduct counseling in English and in Spanish. I earned a B.S. in Psychology from Campbell University, a M.A. in Counseling from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, and a M.Div. from Mid-America Reformed Seminary.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Blended family issues Communication problems Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Forgiveness Immigration issues Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Multicultural concerns Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Arnold Lavaire's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720389349.

  • LPC · Virginia · 0701010484 · Expires June 2025
  • LCPC · Illinois · 180007650 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Arnold Lavaire

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Listens Easy Thoughtful Great listener Anxiety Calm Comfortable Compassion

Very professional

Reviewed March 2024

Arnold has been a fantastic counselor who is intentional about focusing on what is happening in the heart and recognizing historical patterns. Arnold has been a great encouragement and been very helpful in processing different things.

Reviewed November 2022

Arnold is thoughtful and in tune with a number of methods to be able to identify problems and solutions. He listens and understands well, has thoughtful questions for reflections, and uses easy to understand resources to contribute to care and treatment. He communicates well his schedule, and communicates early for any rescheduling needs. I highly recommend Arnold, and am happy with the results of working with him over the course of many sessions.

Reviewed September 2023

Arnold is a great listener, also he makes you feel comfortable, I had just few sessions with him, but my perception with the sessions and from him : Trust, respect, compassion and confidence. He is knowledgeable and guide me as well in God’s word. Thank you!

Reviewed July 2023

Arnold is great! Provided great insight and good practices for overcoming anxiety and OCD!

Reviewed March 2023

Arnold has been nothing short of a great help, from listening to what I have to say and providing breathing exercises and ways to calm myself down when necessary.

Reviewed March 2023

Arnold is excellent . He listens well and asks helpful, challenging questions. He was able to appropriately diagnose and start working on a treatment plan right away.

Reviewed January 2023

Mr. Lavaire is a great listener and therapist. He is easy to relate to if you serve in the military. If you need any help with dealing with family, he is your guy.

Reviewed January 2023

Arnold has been very helpful to my wife and I as we have been working through some issues with our marriage. He listens to and cares about your concerns.

Reviewed December 2022

Very compassionate.

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Arnold Lavaire offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Arnold Lavaire works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Arnold Lavaire speak?

Arnold Lavaire speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Arnold Lavaire have?

Arnold Lavaire has 14 years of experience.

Where is Arnold Lavaire licensed to practice?

Arnold Lavaire is licensed to practice in Virginia and Illinois.

Does Arnold Lavaire accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Arnold Lavaire accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Arnold Lavaire offer?

Arnold Lavaire offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Arnold Lavaire?

Arnold Lavaire can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Arnold Lavaire?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.