Many of the individuals I work with frequently experience a notable decline in self-esteem and self-compassion due to specific life events or circumstances, leading them to feel perpetually trapped in a state of hopelessness.
My approach involves collaborating with clients, emphasizing their strengths, and adopting a solution-focused stance to rebuild self-esteem and self-worth.
Guiding clients toward rediscovering confidence through goal identification and achievement not only empowers them, but also equips them with the necessary tools to independently confront challenges in the future.
Experience
Marina holds a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Over the course of her professional journey, she has specialized in addiction treatment, supporting clients in relapse prevention, and addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger management, rebuilding self-esteem, and navigating boundary challenges. Marina has led group therapy sessions on diverse subjects such as grief and loss, codependency, attachment styles, assertive communication, and cognitive restructuring. A highlight in her professional journey includes providing support to survivors of human trafficking, demonstrating compassion, unwavering support, and a commitment to aiding them in their journey of healing and rebuilding.
Client Focus
Individuals, couples
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Approach, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
Issues
Addictions/Relapse Prevention, ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Stress, Boundaries, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief and loss, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Sexual Violence and Abuse, Trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disroder (OCD)
More Than Just My Work
I'm a true crime enthusiast. Whether I'm driving, walking, cleaning, cooking, or working out, I immerse myself in true crime podcasts; I'm also passionate about reading true crime books, and devouring every documentary available on the subject.