Championing Wellness: Meet the Independent Therapists Who Enrich Our Community & City

Calm at the Center Therapy: Connect with the Calm at the Center of Your
Life

I’m Agnieszka (she/her; “ahg-neê-sh-ka”) a trauma-informed Therapist,
Counsellor, Somatic Psychotherapist, a Registered Social Worker and
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with Calm at the Center Therapy
Services, located in Mohkinstis in Treaty 7 Territory, aka Calgary, Alberta,
Canada.

I hold a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Calgary,
Alberta, and have extensive training in trauma-informed somatic and talk
therapies, including the Hakomi Method of Mindfulness-based Somatic
Psychotherapy, and Narrative Therapy. I am also influenced by psycho-
dynamic and depth psychology, and various Eastern and Western
spiritualities.

I provide therapy and counselling to offer tools, support, encouragement,
facilitation, and a safe and constructive space for all people and all
relationships to engage in healing trauma, developing resilience, and re-
authoring lives.

I am also a mom of three young folks, an Eastern-European immigrant and
settler on these Lands, a writer/musician/creative type, and an occasionally
rowdy middle-aged lady who deeply cares about social justice issues.
Above all else, I cherish the work of witnessing, supporting, encouraging,
and holding space for all people and all relationships in the deep personal
work of healing and reconnecting with their inner strengths and wisdoms.

~Agnieszka Wolska BA MSW RSW CHT RMFT

calmatthecentertherapy.com

Hi! I am a pediatric speech-language pathologist, but more importantly, a passionate, relationship-driven explorer who brings these qualities to my work as an SLP. I believe wholeheartedly that building engaging and individualized connections to my little people is the most important foundation for success in therapy, regardless of their targeted communication goals. Fun, purposeful play and connection are the cornerstones I strive for during every session.

I’ve worked with children and families in an intervention context for over 20 years, receiving my MSc. SLP from the U of A in 2011 and as a ‘front line’ staff prior. I’ve gained extensive experience providing services in homes, schools (inclusive and specialized sites) and community settings in Alberta and abroad (Uganda!). Assessments and therapy are provided for children with delays or disabilities from birth – teenage years.

When I’m not working, I am slightly obsessed with buying, planting and propagating house plants, hanging out with my ‘(hopefully) therapy-dog-in-training’ puppy Harlowe, sneaking away for some time in nature and fantasizing about my next travelling adventure! I’m so excited that I get the pleasure of providing SLP services out of the gorgeous and invigorating spaces of Workshop Studios, and outdoors in the surrounding natural spaces of the neatest and quirkiest little community of Inglewood, where I am also lucky to be a resident!

Aven Therapy provides somatic, nervous system-focused occupational therapy for adults navigating burnout, overwhelm, neurodiversity, chronic pain, postpartum and perinatal changes, menopause, anxiety, and major life transitions. Our approach recognizes that mental health can affect every part of daily life, from energy and routines to work, relationships, caregiving, and the ability to participate in the things that matter most.

Led by registered occupational therapist Ayisha Lewthwaite, who brings over 20 years of experience supporting adults through mental health challenges, trauma, neurodiversity, chronic pain, burnout, and life transitions, Aven Therapy offers a warm, practical, and collaborative space for clients to better understand their nervous system and rebuild their capacity. Sessions combine somatic tools with evidence-based occupational therapy strategies, always grounded in each person’s unique goals, needs, and everyday reality.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with energy or emotional regulation, navigating a major transition, or working toward a sustainable return to work, Aven Therapy focuses on creating meaningful and lasting changes that support you both in the therapy room and in everyday life. Services are available in person at Workshop Studios in Inglewood and remotely through teletherapy.

@aven_therapy

Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Registered Art Therapist (RCAT), EMDR Certified

I provide specialized Counselling and Art Therapy services for young people 12+ and adults. My approach is warm and collaborative, developed from over 20 years of professional training and experience. Areas of focus in my practice include: anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, school refusal, chronic health/ chronic pain, relationship struggles, self-harm, disordered eating, life transitions, grief and loss, creativity and wellness. I also have a special interest in working with women+ who are seeking a creative outlet to process perimenopausal changes.

My goal is to provide a space for you to feel, heal and gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the patterns that shape you. Using an attachment-based approach, I integrate emotional, cognitive, somatic and creative perspectives. I am also trained in EMDR and trauma processing. Together we’ll foster your well-being with creativity and compassion, with a focus on transforming the underlying patterns that influence your life rather than just relying on short-term solutions.

As a practicing artist, I love to paint, draw, felt and make mixed-media collages. I’m also super curious about integrating nature-based materials into my art practice.

Services are held at Workshop Studios in Inglewood or at my home art studio (upon request). In-person and online sessions available.

Subsidized counselling rates may be available for young people aged 12-25 through the Lionheart Foundation at https://www.lionheartfoundation.ca/

www.kristinboettger.com

kristin@kristinboettger.com

IG: kristin_boettger

Muse Therapy: Therapy for people who are holding a lot.

Hi, I’m Daria, a Canadian Certified Counsellor and the therapist behind Muse Therapy.

I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD patterns, trauma and cumulative stress, relationship difficulties, identity shifts, and those strange seasons of life when everything looks relatively fine from the outside, but doesn’t feel quite right on the inside.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent decades working within the federal public service and alongside policing environments. That experience shaped the way I understand stress, responsibility, workplace culture, first-responder life, and what can happen when being the capable one stops being sustainable. Eventually, my own career took an unexpected turn, bringing me back to school and into the work I do today.

I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). I completed my clinical practicum at Calgary Counselling Centre, one of Calgary’s busiest counselling settings, where I worked with people from many different backgrounds and circumstances.

My approach is trauma-informed, person-centred, practical, and collaborative. I draw from CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness, emotional processing, and meaning-focused approaches, but I don’t believe therapy should feel like someone is applying a textbook to your life.

Sometimes therapy is about healing something painful. Sometimes it’s about understanding why you keep repeating the same pattern. And sometimes it begins simply because you’re tired, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or thinking, I don’t want to keep doing life like this.

I’m also an immigrant, a mom, a wife, a writer, and someone who believes humour absolutely belongs in the therapy room when the moment calls for it. 

Muse Therapy is a welcoming space to be curious about yourself without having to arrive with the perfect explanation for what’s wrong.

I offer in-person counselling from Workshop Studios in Bridgeland as well as virtual counselling.

Maybe it’s time to feel like yourself again.

Daria Stooke, MACP, CCC

www.musetherapy.ca

Book with Muse Therapy⁠

Hi, I’m Natalie Jovanic (they/them), a trauma-informed counsellor and coach with over 14 years of experience supporting adults to heal from childhood abuse, relational trauma, and complex life challenges.

I provide trauma counselling, EMDR therapy, and coaching, helping clients build resilience, strengthen boundaries, and feel empowered in their lives. My approach is grounded in evidence-based methods, including EMDR, parts work, somatic approaches, and polyvagal-informed practices. I believe healing is possible for everyone, and neuroscience shows that our brains and nervous systems can grow and change throughout life.

I integrate trauma-informed care, anti-oppressive practices, and a client-centered approach in all my work. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for exploring emotions, processing past experiences, and cultivating self-awareness.

My personal journey through trauma recovery informs my work, allowing me to engage with authenticity, empathy, and deep understanding. I work with clients online and in-person in Calgary, offering flexibility to meet diverse needs. I provide a free initial consultation to help potential clients understand how we can work together. My mission is to help people move from surviving to thriving, reclaim agency, and create meaningful, empowered lives.

I also host the podcast Trauma Demystified, where I explore trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, and healing approaches in depth.

If this resonates with you, I offer a free consultation. Booking is possible online via Jane.app or email.

Online booking: https://brighthorizontherapies.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/treatment/5

Email: nat@brighthorizontherapies.com

Website: https://brighthorizontherapies.com/

Hi, I’m Mariana (AKA Nita), a holistic copywriter and owner of Nita’s Coloring Book. I help mind-body healers and holistic business owners embody their brand, so they can expand their impact in alignment with their soul’s purpose. We do this through embodied storytelling, mindful copywriting, intentional blog writing, and more.

I’m also a certified yoga teacher who loves cultivating awareness and holding space for others to do the same—through group and 1:1 yoga classes, events, workshops, and other experiences tailored to your needs.

Healing through words, movement, and mindfulness has been a critical part of my journey, and now I’m committed to continuing that ripple effect. I’m passionate about fostering presence, inviting you to listen deeply, notice what arises, and meet it with kindness and curiosity.

Whether you’re interested in reconnecting with your inner knowing to tell your story, grow your business, start or deepen your yoga practice, I’m here for you.

Learn more: nitascoloringbook.com

Email me: nita@nitascoloringbook.com

Book private 1:1 yoga sessions: nitascoloringbook.com/1-1yoga

Connect on IG: @nitascoloringbook

Join my next class or event: linktr.ee/nitascoloringbook

Hi! I’m Tacia, a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Calgary.

I believe that healing begins with safety, curiosity, and compassion. I work with adults and teens navigating a variety of concerns such as complex trauma, relationship challenges, chronic pain, emotional overwhelm, grief and the everyday stressors of being human. My approach blends evidence-based therapies with a down to earth approach that is centered around your unique story, while considering the systems we exist in.

I enjoy working with people who feel things deeply and want to make sense of their inner world. If you’re tired of the emotional rollercoaster, longing for stable connection (with yourself and others), and ready to untangle the past from the present – therapy can help you rewrite the story.

I offer free consultations for new clients to see if we are a good fit for your needs and I welcome the opportunity to work with people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities, and life experiences.

You can learn more about my work at www.smallstepspsychology.com or follow along my instagram @smallstepspsychology

I look forward to connecting with you.