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Davina Ma
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
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Davina Ma

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5T
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Are you a member of a marginalized community (women, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, people with mental health issues, etc.)? You matter, and you deserve to experience the transformative possibilities of a strong therapeutic relationship. My passion is supporting people with marginalized identities and their allies. Through our work together, I have witnessed many clients recognize their resiliency, regain their power, and realize their potential. Life ebbs and flows with challenges, triumphs, and everything in between. No matter where you are in your life’s journey, counselling can provide a safe space for exploration and discovery.
You are the expert in your own journey, and I can come alongside to provide support, encouragement, and hope. With intersecting marginalized identities myself, I have worked over 10 years with diverse populations with a variety of needs and goals. My career includes extensive mental health experience in both the non-profit and public health sectors.
If you are seeking healing, validation, growth, change, empowerment, clarity, or an alternate perspective, please visit my website and connect. To see if we will be a good fit, ask for a FREE consultation. This is an opportunity to explore your counselling goals and how I can help. You should receive a reply in 2 business days. Please check your spam folder.
Davina Ma now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vancouver, BC V5T

Toronto, ON M4P

I offer services remotely, by video or phone, to residents of British Columbia and Ontario.
I specialize in Racial Identity, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality (BPD)
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance
Individual one-on-one therapy
Hi, I'm a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience supporting people in their journeys. Visit my website for more!
Davina Ma
Connect with Davina Ma

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vancouver, BC V5T

Toronto, ON M4P

I offer services remotely, by video or phone, to residents of British Columbia and Ontario.
I specialize in Racial Identity, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality (BPD)
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance
Individual one-on-one therapy
Hi, I'm a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience supporting people in their journeys. Visit my website for more!
Davina Ma

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • First Nations Health Authority
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An official receipt will be e-mailed following each session, which can be submitted to extended health insurance plans for reimbursement.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
"
An official receipt will be e-mailed following each session, which can be submitted to extended health insurance plans for reimbursement.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 13193
  • License: Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers 839788
  • Degree/Diploma from Douglas College Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosocial Rehabilitation / 2014
  • Attended University of British Columbia, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2016
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The Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) designation recognizes advanced practice skills in mental health and clinical social work.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
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The Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) designation recognizes advanced practice skills in mental health and clinical social work.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Racial Identity
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Hormone Care Planning/Hormone Readiness Assessment
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Schizophrenia
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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To begin, I focus on understanding you and your context, and we review and prioritize your counselling goals. For mental health issues, I may incorporate some skill-building so that you have resources to draw upon outside of our sessions. I may also integrate some experiential work in session. We may also examine how systemic constructs may be influencing your individual experience.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
"
To begin, I focus on understanding you and your context, and we review and prioritize your counselling goals. For mental health issues, I may incorporate some skill-building so that you have resources to draw upon outside of our sessions. I may also integrate some experiential work in session. We may also examine how systemic constructs may be influencing your individual experience.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW

2 Endorsements

Counselling with Monica
Counselling with Monica
Counsellor,  MA,  RCC
Davina takes in each client's story with care and compassion. Davina stands by her clients as they navigate the challenges of life and celebrates their strengths and resilience. She creates a warm environment where healing is possible.
Konstantine Salkeld
Konstantine Salkeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,  MA,  RCSW
Davina is able to draw on her own life experience to support those she works alongside. She is kind and considerate in her approach.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Anti-Oppression
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma-Informed
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The foundation of my practice is person-centered, strengths-based, and anti-oppressive. This is a start to decolonizing my practice, as traditional therapy positions the professional as the expert, often pathologizes human experiences, and is Eurocentric. I incorporate other modalities as appropriate, while mindfully engaging in the ongoing struggle of continuing to decolonize my practice.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
"
The foundation of my practice is person-centered, strengths-based, and anti-oppressive. This is a start to decolonizing my practice, as traditional therapy positions the professional as the expert, often pathologizes human experiences, and is Eurocentric. I incorporate other modalities as appropriate, while mindfully engaging in the ongoing struggle of continuing to decolonize my practice.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW

Location

Primary Location

Vancouver, BC V5T

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Toronto, ON M4P

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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I offer services remotely, by video or phone, to residents of British Columbia and Ontario.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
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I offer services remotely, by video or phone, to residents of British Columbia and Ontario.
Davina Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Last Modified: 1 Oct 2023