Maria Lovsin, MCounsPsych

It is truly wonderful that you've found your way here—welcome.

 

My name is Maria, and I am excited to be beginning my journey with Riverbend Counselling and Wellness. It is an honour to connect with you.

 

I know that reaching out for support can feel like a big step. It's always been meaningful to me when someone feels comfortable enough to share their story, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside people as they navigate life's challenges.

 

As a lifelong learner, I bring valuable personal and professional experiences that continue to shape me as a psychotherapist. Before joining Riverbend, I had the opportunity to work with children and adolescents in both Australia and Italy. I completed my Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Adelaide (Australia) in 2023  and have experience supporting children and adolescents within the Australian and Canadian School and Child and Family Services organizations. 

 

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful counselling. Everyone deserves to work with a therapist they feel safe with, trust, and genuinely connect with. My hope is to create a warm, welcoming, and comfortable space where you feel supported to explore your experiences at your own pace. Together, we can build a trusting relationship as we navigate the vulnerability that counselling often brings. Simply showing up takes incredible courage, and I am honoured to walk alongside you in that process.

 

I strive to bring authenticity, empathy, curiosity, and a gentle sense of humour into each session. My goal is to understand your unique experiences and work collaboratively with you in a way that feels meaningful and supportive.

I have a special interest in working with children and adolescents who have experienced complex trauma, as well as individuals navigating the impacts of trauma and grief. At the same time, I warmly welcome people from all walks of life into the counselling space.

 

While I value drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet each person's unique needs, my work is primarily grounded in person-centred, trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and grief-informed practices.

Thank you for taking the time to learn a little about me. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with you.

 

With gratitude,

Maria