Matthew O'Donnell, RCC
SaveAre you struggling with overwhelm, stress, anxiety, organizational skills, or time management as an individual or parent? Or possibly facing a major life transition, loss, grief or depression?
My strength is in supporting adults and children who face challenges like these.
I will support you to discover your inner resources, strengths and authenticity, helping you to cultivate a genuine sense of self and draw upon your innate resiliency. This will help you to forge meaningful connections and navigate life's challenges with clarity and confidence.
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My client-centered approach includes mindfulness, somatic work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, solution focused therapy, play, dance, art, and music therapy.
Working collaboratively, we can help to cultivate self-compassion, foster healthy coping strategies, mindfulness, stress reduction techniques, develop clear communication skills, self-advocacy, and setting healthy boundaries.
After receiving a B.A. in Music Composition, I went on to complete a teaching degree.
As an elementary music teacher, my interest in group dynamics and individual personalities grew, leading me to pursue a master's degree in counselling psychology. I am interested in the effects of developmental trauma and attachment styles.
I have extensive experience leading groups of musicians (from novices to Grammy winners) and am particularly excited about offering group therapy work using music as the therapeutic process.
Services & prices
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Please let your counsellor know if you prefer an online or phone session.
Please let your counsellor know if you prefer an online or phone session.
Please let your counsellor know if you would prefer a session online, by phone, or by text
Please let your counsellor know if you would prefer an online or phone session.
Free 20-30 minute consultation for your first visit. Please let your counsellor know if you prefer an online or phone session.
Free 30 minute consultation is offered for your first visit.
First meeting.
Mid-Life Transitions for Women: Victoria BC Feeling a little stuck, wondering what now?, or facing shifts like changing roles, empty nesting, loss, or aging? You are not alone. Foster a sense of community and shared support. Provide practical tools for navigating life's changes. Gain insight into yourself and what may be holding you back. Explore opportunities for growth to curate your next chapter. October 18 - 10:30-12:30 pm In person - Cook Street Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street, Cook Street Village, Victoria
Be Present, Be Calm, Be You Counselling Group. Join us and enjoy four sessions exploring fun, inner calm and balance. Stay Grounded, Calm the Nervous System and Cultivate A Sense Of Well-being. No experience necessary. Wednesdays, October 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Seahorse Counselling and Psychotherapy 102-1509 Cliff Ave, Courtenay
Together we will watch a 50-60 minute recording of a session with you working with a client to review and discuss. This longer appointment is best for discussing more challenging sessions. Please be sure to have the client's consent.
This is a review of a 20 minute recording of you working with a client that we will watch together, for clinical feedback and suggestions, Please make sure you have your client's consent.
3 one-hour sessions + report
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Weather dependent.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Weather dependent.
Women's Midlife Discussion Group. In-person group on last Wednesday of the month, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Maximum 6 participants. Location - #205 – 1095 McKenzie Ave., Victoria, BC
Workshop group 9 participants March 28, 2026 - 10:30-12:30 pm In person - Cook Street Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street, Cook Street Village, Victoria
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