Arnold Lavaire

Arnold Lavaire is a bilingual counselor licensed in Illinois and Virginia whose training spans psychology, counseling, and theology. He was born and raised in Honduras and relocated to the United States in 1996. He served five years in the US Navy and brings that life experience to his professional work. He earned a B.S. in Psychology from Campbell University, an M.A. in Counseling, and a Master of Divinity, and he conducts counseling in both English and Spanish.

His practice addresses stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression, along with related areas such as blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and family of origin dynamics. Arnold integrates clinical approaches including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral strategies, narrative techniques, psychodynamic understanding, solution-focused steps, and trauma-focused interventions. He identifies goals collaboratively and helps people explore their history, patterns, and options for change. His background and bilingual skills support multiethnic and multicultural conversations and outreach.