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About Maria Carveth

Maria Carveth is a compassionate Registered Social Worker who specializes in helping individuals and families engage in deep, integrative work that supports nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and sustainable transformation. She offers comprehensive mental health assessments and neuro-informed psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health concerns. Her work integrates the latest developments in brain science with evidence-based therapeutic modalities to create tailored, person-centered care.

Background and Credentials

Maria began her academic journey at Mount Royal University, earning a Diploma in Social Work in 2013. She continued her education at the University of Calgary, completing a Bachelor’s in Social Work in 2016. Driven by a passion for growth and excellence Maria pursued a Master’s in Social Work at Walden University.

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Why Psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is more than a space to talk—it is a collaborative process that supports emotional wellbeing by helping individuals better understand themselves, their experiences, and the patterns that shape their lives.

Through a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, people can explore the root causes of emotional distress, process unresolved experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges. Rather than simply managing symptoms, psychotherapy encourages self-discovery, strengthens emotional awareness, and fosters resilience by identifying unhelpful beliefs, behaviors, and relationship patterns. As insight grows, individuals are better equipped to make intentional choices, improve their relationships, regulate emotions more effectively, and cultivate a greater sense of authenticity, self-compassion, and overall psychological wellbeing. Healing often occurs not only by addressing what is happening in the present but also by understanding how past experiences continue to influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, creating opportunities for lasting growth and meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approach

Maria employs an eclectic therapeutic approach tailored to each client’s unique needs. She specializes in a variety of modalities, including:

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Informed
  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy (ABT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Polyvagal Informed
  • Neurofeedback Training

Clients can expect a thorough assessment to explore their history, current functioning, and goals, followed by a collaborative, culturally informed therapeutic process. Regular feedback, progress measurement, and adjustments ensure that therapy remains effective and personalized.

Areas of Focus

While Maria works with clients of all ages. She has a particular passion for helping adults with Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD/ADHD) and individuals processing trauma. She also provides support for:

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Emotional regulation
  • Parental challenges
  • Interpersonal/relational challenges
  • Life transitions, stress, burnout
  • Self-exploration

Client Experience

The therapeutic journey begins with a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, helping Maria gain a holistic understanding of each client’s needs. From there, she collaboratively develops goals and a tailored treatment plan. Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental space where they feel truly seen and heard.

Philosophy and Values

Maria believes that the success of psychotherapy rests on the foundation of a strong therapeutic alliance, evidence-based practice, and active client engagement. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their challenges and develop new neural pathways to support meaningful and sustainable change. Guided by evidence-based psychotherapy, neuroscience, and integrative health principles, Maria helps clients strengthen nervous system regulation, access deeper emotional insight, and move toward lasting transformation.

Community and Commitment

Beyond the therapy room, Maria is passionate about mental health education and advocacy. She has been a requested speaker at educational institutions and collaborates with health professionals to promote holistic mental health care. She aspires to continue growing her expertise in trauma and ADHD, eventually becoming board-certified in neurofeedback.

A Personal Note

Outside of work, Maria enjoys running, hiking, and traveling. As a lifelong learner, she is constantly exploring professional development opportunities to better serve her clients. A memorable moment from her career—helping a young boy reframe ADHD as a superpower—epitomizes her dedication to creating lasting, positive impacts in the lives of her clients.

If you’re ready to take the first step on your journey toward healing and growth, Maria is here to guide you every step of the way.

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Reviews

Sydney O

“I was recommended to see Maria in a rough time in my life and I am so grateful I found her. She is so personable, reassuring, flexible, and knowledgeable, I have seen some huge changes in my life since I started seeing her. Her schedule extends to times in the day that other therapists I have had in the past haven’t had, which makes it so much easier to keep my appointments frequent being a full- time student. I have also done couple’s therapy with her and it was an amazing experience for my partner and I. She is an amazing person and therapist through-and-through and I cannot express how truly grateful I am to have found her!”

Aimee C

“Maria is such a positive, kind, honest and trustworthy person. She has helped me through some difficult times by listening, giving me options, being very personable and being such a kindhearted human. Highly recommend Maria and her practice.”