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Online and in-person counselling in Vancouver.

WELCOME

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Whether you're struggling with low self-esteem, feelings of shame and guilt, or simply seeking a better understanding of your situation, we can work together toward deepening your sense of self and finding new directions.

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Experiential psychotherapy is a holistic approach that promotes openness to life's possibilities. Through this approach, I can help you find the strength and confidence to respond to external demands while attending to your needs in a conscious and rewarding exchange.

self-esteem shame counselling in Vancouver

Counselling Services

My fee is $130 per session. Most Extended Health Benefits Plans offer reimbursement for my services. See FAQ for more info.

I'm currently accepting new clients. 

In-Person Counselling

Located at 1011 Commercial Dr, Vancouver. Close to transit, and free parking available.

Online Counselling

I offer online counselling sessions through a confidential and secure video platform.

Marina Bergen, counsellor

You can schedule a free introductory session with me. I welcome any questions you might have.

Marina Bergen, BA Psych, RPC, RTC, FOT

Registered Counsellor

I hold a BA in Psychology, and am a member in good standing of the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (RPC #4261), and the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (RTC #3040). In addition, I am a Focusing-Oriented Therapist (FOT) certified by The International Focusing Institute.

Areas of practice

  • shame and guilt

  • low self-esteem

  • anxiety

  • depression

  • personal growth

  • emotional abuse

  • life transitions

  • interpersonal issues

  • family conflict

  • ​trauma and C-PTSD

Learn more about the issues I work with.

In my counselling practice, I use a Humanistic-Experiential approach which fosters openness to life’s possibilities, inner connection and self-expression. This process can help you enhance your relationships with both yourself and others, recover from past traumas, develop a stronger sense of self, and assist you in taking meaningful steps towards feeling whole again.

"The way one wants to change isn't just from one category to another, or from being like some people to being like other people.

 

One wants to change precisely into oneself, into more of oneself than one has been able to be so far."

Eugene Gendlin - Experiential Psychotherapy

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