
Welcome to LAVA Counselling Services
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, anger, depression, anxiety, or major life changes? I’m a therapist in the Red Deer area, and I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

About Me
I’m Leigh Apperley of LAVA Counselling Services. I obtained my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology in 2018 and have been practicing as a therapist in Red Deer and area since January 2019. I enjoy meeting new clients and building an understanding of their concerns and goals for the future. I am a believer that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their life.
My interests are in areas of trauma, mental health, grief, and interpersonal difficulties. I use trauma focused, narrative, emotion-focused, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, and EMDR therapy approaches to support clients.

"The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows."
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-Brene Brown
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Services

Individual Therapy - Adult

Individual Therapy - Adolescents 12-17
Contact me today to complete an intake and schedule a session. Complete the Contact Me section below or try;
403-596-2300
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a therapy session?
50 - 60 minutes
What is the price for a therapy session?
$200 per session
Do you accept benefit providers?
At this time I am able to accept benefits from Green Shield and benefits under Telus eClaims. Otherwise, clients use credit, cash, or etransfer to pay and then use their benefits to reimburse themselves.
Do you take on Families or Couples?
I do not have the space to manage couples or families, however, if you are in need I can provide you with great referrals.
What is the Cancellation Policy?
Often I allow clients one late cancellation without penalty. When late cancellations have become a pattern, they are charged at 50% of the session fee. Ususally a conversation will follow about motivation for therapy.
Does everything I say in session stay confidential?
Confidentiality is an ongoing process in any therapeutic relationship. Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association sets practice and ethical guidelines for all Counsellors. One guideline ensures confidentiality of clients information, sessions, and client information, etc. In your first session your therapist should discuss confidentiality and its limits.
