warmth • connection • change

Marina Vaysman, RCC — individual & couples counsellor in Vancouver

Hi! I’m Marina (she/her) and I am very passionate about empowering people to become their most authentic selves.

I believe each individual has unique traits and abilities, and through uncovering these, we can each contribute positively to our communities and build meaning into our lives. I also recognize that it is in the context of a secure relationship where people feel free to explore and to change.

I operate under the assumption that, in our common humanity, we all want to be accepted, to feel loved, and to know that we matter. Whether you are here to improve your relationship with yourself or with your significant other(s), I am here to help you create that secure connection. 

specialties

  • Individual counselling — support for personal growth, self-worth, identity, and life transitions

  • Couples/partners counselling (currently not accepting couples) — fostering secure and connected relationships

therapeutic style & approach

My counselling style is authentic, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. I’m transparent in my work and value honesty, but always balance it with empathy. I’ll walk alongside you, asking thoughtful questions, challenging you when it feels right, and always respecting your autonomy and consent. Together, we’ll co-create a space that supports your growth.

therapeutic approaches & training

I draw from a range of evidence-based and affirming practices, including:

  • EMDR

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Person-centred therapy

  • Feminist, culturally responsive, and socially just frameworks

  • Attachment-based therapy

  • Mindfulness-based CBT

  • Neurodivergence- and 2SLGBTQI+-affirming approaches

Additional training includes:
Mindfulness & Stress Reduction · Adlerian Inner Child Work · Applied Behaviour Analysis · Harm Reduction & Support · Suicide Assessment & Prevention

booking & availability

  • Accepting: Individual clients only (not currently accepting couples)

  • Availability: Mondays & Thursdays

  • Sessions: Online & in-person options available

  • Consultation: Complimentary 20-minute consult — reach out by email to book

Professional Licensure & Degrees

Registered Clinical Counsellor #21392, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University (2023)

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology, Douglas College (2017)