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Burnt Out? Stuck?
Therapy for when you're feeling stuck.

Being human is hard. Feeling stuck, sad, scared, stressed and not sure why? This is very common and so is the desire to feel better and move forward.  I can work with you to find answers that will move you through the stuck place and allow you heal, grow and emerge into a new experience.

Photo of Leanne Rutledge, MSW, RSW, Calgary-Based Therapist

Hi, I'm Leanne Rutledge, MSW, RSW

I have been in the helping profession for over 20 years.  In that time I have heard the stories of many people.  What I know for sure is that the desire for healing is common and yet each story is unique. It requires a keen ear and a truly interested heart to find your unique path to wellness. I would be honoured to hear your story. 

Specialties:

  • Feeling stuck, burnt out, lost, or confused.

  • Difficulty moving forward - "I know it but I can't do it". 

  • Childhood experiences of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

  • Experiencing or witnessing violence in the home including from siblings. 

  • Family estrangement/loss of contact

  • Grief and loss - including losses related to health, relationships, and life experiences.

  • Anxiety and chronic worries

  • Chronic pain and illness 

  • Acute and long-term stress

Credentials and Training:

Master of Social Work

Registered Social Worker #7755

Master ART practitioner (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) 

HeartMath facilitator

Complex trauma certification (pending)

Grief and loss certification (pending)

Body based/somatic interventions 

Therapy Approaches

Because each path is unique on the journey to feeling better

Therapy Approaches

Because one size does not fit all when it comes to mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness...

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Trauma is an event that overwhelms coping mechanisms due to its deeply distressing nature, resulting in ongoing negative symptoms. Trauma can result from one event, such as a car accident or assault or from ongoing  events such as childhood abuse. 

To address trauma, I use a process called Accelerated Resolution Therapy.  As noted on their website,  

"Accelerated Resolution Therapy works directly to reprogram the way in which distressing images and memories are stored in the brain so that they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions."  

https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/

Not sure if you are experiencing trauma symptoms?  Learn more here:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-act-be/201609/21-common-reactions-trauma

HeartMath

HeartMath tools are perfect for use before, during and after stressful events, but also as a way to intervene in long-term chronic stress.  HeartMath offers simple yet profound processes to address stress symptoms and increase the ability to respond to stress.   

https://www.heartmath.org/


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Mindfulness and Somatic Therapies

Mindfulness allows for an increased experience of the present moment, and provides skills for understanding ourselves and others. Mindfulness assists in tuning into the body, nervous system and different emotional states  to understand how they are impacted and influenced by past and current experiences.

The right fit is important in therapy.  I offer a free 15-minute consultation to make sure we're a good fit and it feels right for you.
 
Rates:
$200 per hour

Many insurance companies cover therapy costs.  Please check with your insurance provider to enquire about coverage. 
 
Appointments are available in-person, or by zoom and Covid-19 precautions are in place for in person appointments.

UpSwing Therapy
650, 10201 Southport Road SW
Calgary, AB

587-510-2006

When you submit this form, I'll get back to you with some available times and you can choose what works best for you.

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