About Us
Universal Knowledge Support Services and Universal Minds Therapy were created to support children, young people, adults and families across emotional wellbeing, behaviour, learning, development and independence.
Hi my name is Maria and I am the Principal Therapist and founder of Universal Knowledge Support Services & Universal Minds Therapy.
With a background in Psychology & Education, as well as a Masters in School Guidance and Counselling, my aim is to create a safe, respectful and supportive space where children and families feel heard, valued and supported to reconnect, grow and move forward with confidence.
My work is grounded in the belief that every person deserves to feel understood, supported and empowered to grow in a way that is meaningful to them. I take a warm, practical and personalised approach that recognises the connection between emotions, behaviour, learning, family relationships and everyday life.
With a background in education, counselling, behaviour support and developmental therapy, I bring a holistic understanding of the different environments that shape a person’s growth. I aim to support not only the individual, but also the families and systems around them, helping to create stronger connection, clearer communication and more practical support across home, school and the community.
Through Universal Knowledge Support Services, I provide support focused on learning, behaviour, developmental skills, community engagement, parent guidance and personal independence. Through Universal Minds Therapy, I provide counselling and therapeutic support for children, young people, adults and families, including support around anxiety, self-esteem, body image, emotional wellbeing, trauma, relationships, neurodivergence, school engagement, career development and personal growth.
A strong focus of my work is supporting parents and strengthening family connection. I work alongside families to better understand what may be sitting underneath their child’s behaviour, emotional distress, learning challenges or disconnection, while offering practical strategies that can be used in everyday moments.
Services are available through in-home visits, telehealth appointments and community-based support, depending on individual needs and location.
At the heart of both services is my shared purpose of
Building skills, nurturing growth, and empowering independence.
“I work holistically with children and adults, guiding them to recognise their inner strengths and helping them to find confidence within themselves.
I teach my clients effective strategies on how they can use their strengths to meet and exceed their goals/needs in life.
Whether it be in the classroom or out in the real world!!!
