Marcus Chan

  • Location: Virtual

    Days and Hours:

    • Wednesday 5:00pm - 9:00pm (Virtual)

    • Thursdays 5:00pm - 9:00pm (Virtual)

    Practicum ends May 2026.

Bio

Hi there!

I'm Marcus (he/him), a queer, second-generation Chinese Canadian settler. I am passionate about co-creating safe, warm spaces for folks, exploring identity, meaning, life transitions, recovery from religious harm, and managing anxiety or burnout. I support folks, especially from but not exclusive to, queer and BIPOC communities, who are seeking a space where they can feel seen, safe, and heard. 

My approach is warm, person-centred, and strength-based. I see therapy first and foremost as a collaborative process where you are the expert of your own experience. I believe it is an honour to walk alongside clients finding meaning, reconnecting with inner strength and wisdom, and moving toward authenticity. My background includes providing peer support and spiritual care to youth and families, working with neurodivergent youth, and engaging in philanthropy work in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside community which has been affected by poverty, addiction, and housing insecurity. These experiences have deepened my understanding of how systemic oppression shapes a person’s mental health journey and access to care.

I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems, Narrative therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Clinical Hypnosis. As we work together, I will tailor my approach to meet your needs and goals and co-create with you a space of safety to dream of new ways forward in session. I'm also committed to feedback and continual learning, and strive to make therapy a place that feels collaborative, attuned, and growth-oriented.

Outside of counselling, I love to go to the gym, play video games with my community, explore new food places, and get lots of sleep.

Image Description: Marcus is centered in the photo smiling with their teeth. He is outdoors, standing in front of dark red and green leafy bushes. He has short, dark hair and is wearing a blue denim jacket with a white collar over a black shirt. He also wears a beaded necklace and small hoop earrings.

Marcus Chan

(he/him/his)
Student Counsellor

Virtual Sessions

Marcus is currently accepting new clients to his waitlist. Practicum begins in September!

Please email us at connect@collective-healing.ca to connect with Marcus for counselling services.

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