MC (Psych), RSW (Registered Social Worker), Psychotherapist
INDIVIDUAL, COUPLES, Family TherapY
“I believe in therapy that is tailored to your unique needs, offering an approach that is authentic, relational, and introspective. My work focuses on deepening self-awareness and empowering clients through collaborative interventions. As an empathetic and compassionate therapist, I am committed to the therapeutic process, ensuring a safe space for you to share your personal journey and explore self-discoveries – with a dash of humour!”
Therapeutic Journey:
I understand that engaging in therapy can transform personal struggles into meaningful insights and pathways to healing. Whether you are facing current challenges or dealing with long-standing issues, therapy provides an opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Together, we will explore your inner voice, cultivate self-awareness, and develop healthier, more effective patterns of living—acknowledging that past survival mechanisms may no longer serve you in the present.
Therapeutic Focus:
My therapeutic approach incorporates elements of Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems Approach, and Psychoanalytic-Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I am passionate about providing empathetic and culturally sensitive support to individuals, couples, and families with diverse backgrounds. My clinical focus centers on trauma, grief, and bereavement, while addressing a wide variety of areas such as anxiety, depression, couples’ issues, affect dysregulation, and stress management.
Education:
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist with the OCSWSSW (Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers). I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from York University, Masters in Counselling Psychology, and Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy Studies with the University of Guelph-Humber. I offer Clinical Supervision (Dyadic, Group and Individual) for Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO), Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) and Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW), and I am currently in training with the Toronto Psychoanalytic Society and Institute.
Your free initial phone consultation provides an opportunity for us to connect, introduce you to the therapeutic process, and discuss the areas you would like to explore in therapy.
“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves” – Viktor E Frankl
Contact:
rivamtherapy@gmail.com