Laurie Moniz,
Perinatal Counsellor
With over 15 years specializing in perinatal mental health, Laurie combines professional expertise with personal understanding as a mother of three and grandmother. Her warm, practical approach helps parents navigate the mental health challenges of pregnancy and early parenthood.
When Pregnancy And Early Parenthood Feel Overwhelming.
Many parents struggle with exhaustion, sleeplessness, incessant worry, and feeling disconnected from their partner. Many parents struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or feeling lost during this major life transition. These challenges are all too common, and the support of a specialist makes all the difference.
Before private practice, Laurie worked across Victoria’s mental health landscape—on mental health teams, in non-profit community agenecies, and in the school system — gaining a direct understanding of family systems and support networks.
Laurie understands what you’re going through.
As a mother of three grown daughters and now a grandmother, Laurie understands firsthand the unexpected challenges that parenthood can bring. Professionally, she brings a Master’s in Counselling Psychology and over 15 years focused specifically on perinatal mental health.
Her specialized approach helps parents:
- Process perinatal anxiety and depression in a safe, supportive environment
- Develop practical coping tools you can use immediately
- Strengthen relationships during stressful transitions
- Reconnect with your values and strengths as both parent and partner
- Navigate complex family dynamics with evidence-based strategies
Commitment beyond credentials
Laurie actively participates in learning communities focused on attachment, trauma, and relationships — ensuring you receive the most current, evidence-based support available.
Ready To Thrive Again?
Call the Perinatal Network today to schedule a first session with Laurie.
Laurie Moniz Therapy
Located in the
Centre for Counselling & Therapy (in the Yarrow Building)
Laurie Moniz, MA, RCC
111 – 645 Fort Street
Victoria, BC, V8W 1G2
Phone: 250-532-7891
Web: lauriemoniz.com
Email Laurie
Service Times
Laurie provides counselling by appointment only:
- In person: Mondays and Wednesdays
- By video: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Getting to The Office
Directions
Nearest Parkade
- Broughton Square Parkade
- 635 Broughton Street
- 2 minute walk to 645 Fort St.
- Google Maps to parkade
Street Parking Options
- Broughton Street / Gordon Street
- Fort Street
Inside The Yarrow Building
- Enter the Yarrow building from Fort Street near Broad, directly across from the Bay Centre.
- Take the stairs or elevator up one level to the first floor.
- Turn right and follow the hallway to Suite 111.
- You’ll see the door marked “Centre for Counselling & Therapy.”
Enter and please make yourself comfortable in the waiting room. Laurie will greet you there at the start of your appointment.
