Welcome

I’m Chamel Khoury, a certified counsellor and licensed (#LCT-C24-089) member of the College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick.

I work with adults exploring possible neurodivergence, including traits of autism and ADHD, whether formally diagnosed or self-identified.

Areas of Focus

Many of my clients are professionals and young adults who seek therapy for anxiety, self-criticism, and the ongoing stress of adapting themselves to external expectations.I work from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective. In therapy, this means working with your natural way of thinking and being, rather than trying to fix it or treat it as a pathology.Neurodiversity is a way of understanding differences in attention, perception, communication, and emotional processing as natural variations in human nervous systems, rather than deficits to be corrected.Common areas of focus include:

• Anxiety & Overthinking: Exploring patterns of worry, rumination, and persistent planning.• Focus & Executive Function: Understanding attention, motivation, follow-through, and impulse control.• Emotional & Sensory Regulation: Learning to manage strong emotions, sensory load, and cognitive overwhelm.• Relationships & Boundaries: Building self-trust, clearer communication, and sustainable connections.• Identity & Self-Understanding: Making sense of yourself after discovery, including possible grief, relief, or shame, and re-interpreting past experiences with self-compassion.

Approach to Therapy

I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), existential therapy, and attachment-based perspectives. My approach is integrative, meaning I adapt our sessions to what’s most helpful to you.Instead of trying analyzing your thoughts or "fix" your natural way of thinking or being, we pay attention to your actual internal experience.This means therapy focuses on:The Present: While we acknowledge how your past shaped you, we prioritize how you are experiencing the world right now.Psychological Flexibility: We aim not to eliminate uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, but to change how you relate to them so you can live with more ease and less exhaustion.Body Awareness: We identify how stress and "masking" are held in your body, moving from cognitive overthinking to physical regulation.I work collaboratively to develop strategies that respect your specific wiring, helping you move forward with clarity and intention.Note that I do not provide formal assessments or diagnoses

About Me

Born and raised in New Brunswick, I earned a PhD in Experimental Medicine from McGill University in 2008 and worked internationally for several years as a molecular biologist. After returning home in 2017, I began to recognize that my deeper values were most aligned with the helping professions. I started working with youth in local group homes, which ultimately led me to pursue a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology at the University of New Brunswick, completed in 2024.As a neurodivergent clinician, I understand how challenging it can be to navigate systems and expectations that are not designed for your way of thinking. My ability to listen carefully and notice patterns allows me to help clients develop insight, strengthen self-trust, and move forward in ways that align with their unique strengths and needs.Outside of work, I value time with my family, being immersed in nature, and making space for reflection.

Fees & Contact

My fee is $150 per 60-minute session (exempt from HST), and my services are covered by most major insurance providers.In-person or virtual sessions are available from my downtown Fredericton office.

To inquire or arrange a session, email [email protected] or use the form below.

Via Novus is an inclusive and affirming space for all identities and abilities