Hello there,

     First off, welcome to my website! 

     The “birth” of I M Psychotherapy Services private practice has been a long, eventful, and a rewarding journey. As you decide weather or not you would like to make an appointment with me, it is important that you have a glimpse of that “eventful” journey.

     I moved to Canada from Eastern Europe at the age of 13 and after having lived in four different countries and two Canadian provinces, I found my soulmate, home, and life’s purpose in St Thomas. If my life experiences had taught me anything it is that sometimes we have to travel a long way to find a place we feel a sense of belonging. I have lived and worked in the community of St Thomas for the past seventeen years.    In addition to being a psychotherapist, I have the most important role of being a mama to two very cool kids.

     My education, work, and life experiences are very diverse. I believe that my calling has always been in the field of psychotherapy, but before I could pursue a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, I was presented with a variety of opportunities to work with youth and adults in both the community and correctional/institutional settings.

     Personal self-growth and professional development have inspired me to pursue graduate studies, which lead to an experience rich counselling internship and a deeper passion for trauma informed counselling. Having experienced childhood trauma and profession related vicarious-trauma, I understand the deep effort, hard work, and tenacity required to heal and thrive. I also understand the meaningful lessons and strength that can be derived from our traumatic experiences.

     As your therapist, I hope to always greet you with a warm smile and offer a safe and inviting environment filled with meaningful conversations, empathy, authenticity, and respect. Lastly, I hope to be your lighthouse. Lighthouses are a powerful symbol of hope in the midst of stormy waters. “A lighthouse doesn’t save the ships; it doesn’t go out and rescue them, its just this pillar that helps to guide people home.” – Lea Michele.  

Ivana Marjanovic-Mavretic, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP