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Theresa Rybchinski is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and an active member of the Alberta College of Social Workers. She holds a Master of Clinical Social Work degree, specializing in Addiction and Mental Health. With over seven years of experience in addiction and mental health, she has worked across diverse settings, including outpatient addiction centers, inpatient wilderness addiction treatment centers, Indigenous mental health programs, and harm reduction initiatives within Alberta Health Services (AHS) and non-profit organizations. As a somatic trauma therapist trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.), Theresa’s approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive practices. She deeply values the therapeutic relationship, striving to create a space of comfort, respect, and collaboration. In this environment, clients can explore their experiences, find meaning, build capacity, expand resilience, and move toward empowerment and healing. Theresa’s practice is further informed by Polyvagal Theory, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, and liberation psychology. Drawing on her training in yoga, mindfulness, and somatic practices, she combines professional expertise with lived experience to help you understand and regulate your unique nervous system. Through this personalized approach, you'll gain the tools to navigate life’s challenges with more resilience and ease.
Welcome! I work from a place where I believe people need people. I draw from a place of lived experience and service. Whatever brought you to a place in seeking out support, I want to acknowledge the courage in taking this first step. I also want to acknowledge that I believe healing is possible. So, wherever you are on your journey, I would be honoured to walk alongside you. If you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck in your life following a traumatic/distressing experience (or multiple), I would be happy to support you. I work from the belief that the issues you are experiencing, ranging from mental health concerns, and addiction to relationship concerns, are symptoms of something that has happened. As a somatic therapist, I work with you to understand what happened and how it has impacted your body, brain, nervous system and, thus, life. We work together at your pace to process trauma and chronic stress from the body while also teaching you tools to navigate life stressors. My hope is that you can reclaim your life and a sense of self to feel empowered to live the life you envision. I look forward to working with you.
Master of Clinical Social Work | University of Calgary, 2023
White
White culture
English
Buddhism, Indigenous spiritualities, Spiritism
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Virtual and In Person
Addiction, Stress, Trauma
Burnout, Chronic illness or pain, Depression, First responders, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychedelic assisted therapy, Substance misuse/dependency, Gambling
Empowering, Holistic, Calming, Passionate, Affirming
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Attachment based, Ecotherapy (nature therapy), Internal family systems (IFS), Mindfulness based, Somatic therapy, Trauma-focused
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$200
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Individual Session
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Couples Session
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Family Session
Offers sliding scale spots
Theresa is culturally competent and prioritizes providing clients with a safe space to explore their challenges. She is warm, empathetic and knowledgeable
Theresa always puts her client's needs first. She works very hard to create and maintain an environment that promotes safety, growth and healing.
Theresa is incredibly person centered when working with her clients . She creates a safe and comfortable environment. Her intuitive ability to attune to her clients' needs is one of her biggest strengths. She is strong in her rapport building skills and in her abilities to walk clients through their journey in a safe and compassionate way. Theresa is an amazing pick for a therapist.
