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Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
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Dr. Solmaz Kaynama

Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC

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4 Endorsed
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Vancouver, BC V6H
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What part of you is asking to be heard? What is it like for you when you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted while trying your best to keep everything together? How do you navigate anxiety, burnout, relationship patterns that won't shift, or forms of grief that are hard to name—such as the loss of someone you love, a significant life transition, or the quiet loss of dreams and identities that once mattered to you?
If you're longing for space to slow down, reflect, explore, grieve, feel understood, & reconnect with yourself, you're not alone. I offer a warm, relational space where you can explore what’s happening inside you at your own pace. Together, we look at the patterns shaping your relationship with yourself, others, & the world around you.
My goal is to help you feel more grounded, connected, and supported as you navigate whatever chapter you're in. If you're curious about what this journey could look like for you, book a free consultation and let's explore whether this feels like the right fit.
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vancouver, BC V6H

My website
I offer online video therapy with varied availability. Check my website for the latest schedule or email me. Evenings & weekends often open.
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Connect with Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vancouver, BC V6H

My website
I offer online video therapy with varied availability. Check my website for the latest schedule or email me. Evenings & weekends often open.
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

e-Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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Payment at time of service, via e-transfer or credit card, with receipt issued for you to submit to your extended health benefits.
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Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Payment at time of service, via e-transfer or credit card, with receipt issued for you to submit to your extended health benefits.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 20240 Solmaz Kaynama

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 10007823 / 2020
  • Membership with American Counseling Association 6668821 / 2023
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PhD, MBA, MA, RCC, CCC— I support professionals, executives, and organizations navigating the human side of leadership and change. My doctoral research explored how people lead with integrity and connection in an AI-driven world. Serving clients globally for over a decade.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
PhD, MBA, MA, RCC, CCC— I support professionals, executives, and organizations navigating the human side of leadership and change. My doctoral research explored how people lead with integrity and connection in an AI-driven world. Serving clients globally for over a decade.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Burnout & compassion fatigue
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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A warm, relational space where you can explore what's happening inside you at your own pace. Together, we look at the patterns shaping your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you, and the ways you've learned to cope or protect yourself along the way.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
A warm, relational space where you can explore what's happening inside you at your own pace. Together, we look at the patterns shaping your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you, and the ways you've learned to cope or protect yourself along the way.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

4 Endorsements

Dr. Oksana Panchenko
Dr. Oksana Panchenko
Licensed Professional Counsellor, PhD, LPC, LMHC
Dr. Kaynama is a deeply compassionate and skilled clinician and leader in the field who brings warmth and insight to every session. She approaches therapy with a holistic lens and meets each person with care and empathy.
Dr. David Romanelli
Dr. David Romanelli
Counsellor, PhD, LMHC
Dr. Jessica Williams
Dr. Jessica Williams
Counsellor, PhD, LMHC, MHP
Solmaz is insightful, grounded, and incredibly skilled. Her commitment to clients' well-being is evident in every interaction. An absolute asset to the mental health community.
Jamie Kostek
Jamie Kostek
Counsellor, PhD, LMHC
Dr. Kaynama has a truly kind heart and would be a safe landing space for anyone looking for mental health care. Her dedication to making the world a better place is evident through her emphasis on trauma-informed practice and holistic well-being.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • AEDP
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Neuroscience therapy
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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I take an integrative approach to therapy because there is no one-size-fits-all path to healing. Drawing from ACT, AEDP, CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, somatic and experiential work, attachment and relational models, narrative and neuroscience-informed methods, I help you cultivate clarity, resilience, and meaningful transformation.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I take an integrative approach to therapy because there is no one-size-fits-all path to healing. Drawing from ACT, AEDP, CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, somatic and experiential work, attachment and relational models, narrative and neuroscience-informed methods, I help you cultivate clarity, resilience, and meaningful transformation.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Vancouver, BC V6H

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Nearby Areas

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I offer online video therapy with varied availability. Check my website for the latest schedule or email me. Evenings & weekends often open.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
"
I offer online video therapy with varied availability. Check my website for the latest schedule or email me. Evenings & weekends often open.
Photo of Dr. Solmaz Kaynama, Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC
Dr. Solmaz Kaynama
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, CCC