Marina
Counsellor, MPCC, RTC, FOT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (778) 300-4277

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| Español Finding a balance between our own needs and the expectations of others can be a difficult task. Factors like trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues can make it even more challenging to stay true to ourselves. If you're experiencing doubts, low self-esteem, shame, or simply looking to understand yourself better and live more authentically, I'm here for you. Together, we can work towards finding a renewed sense of clarity, connection, and direction in your life.
I use a humanistic, experiential approach that fosters openness, inner connection, and authentic self-expression. This process supports healing from past experiences, strengthening your sense of self, and deepening your relationships with yourself and others, so you can move toward a greater sense of wholeness.
As a therapist, I prioritize establishing a real, human connection with my clients. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where you explore your feelings, discover fresh insights, gain understanding, and attend to what needs nurturing. I look forward to connecting with you.
Call or Email Marina Sandonato now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 300-4277
Let's Connect (778) 300-4277

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $133
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, WireInsurance
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Alberta School Employee
- Alliance
- Beneva | SSQ
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- BPA
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- CINUP
- ComPsych
- D.A. Townley
- Desjardins
- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Canadian Health
- GMS Carrier 49
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- Homewood Health
- iA Financial Group
- Industrial Alliance
- Johnson
- Johnston Group
- LiUna Local 183
- Manulife
- Maximum Benefit
- MDM Insurance Services
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Pacific Blue Cross
- People Corporation
- RWAM Insurance Administrator
- Sentara Health Plans
- Simply Benefits
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
- Union Benefits
- UV Insurance
Marina Sandonato
Counsellor, MPCC, RTC, FOT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 300-4277
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 3040 Marina Sandonato
- License: Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA) Reg No. 4261
- License: The International Focusing Institute Focusing-Oriented Therapist
Additional Credentials
Marina Sandonato
Counsellor, MPCC, RTC, FOT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 300-4277
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Self Esteem
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Marina Sandonato
Counsellor, MPCC, RTC, FOT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 300-4277
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Experiential Therapy
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Marina Sandonato
Counsellor, MPCC, RTC, FOT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 300-4277
Location
Primary Location
Into Being Experiential Psycotherapy
1011 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L
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