"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."
— Carl Rogers
Catherine Rybicki, MA
Psychological Counselor · Geneva · SGfB · ACA
As a psychological counselor and third-culture kid, I bring both personal and professional understanding to the emotional and psychological experiences of those navigating diverse and complex lives.
Born in South Africa to Polish parents, I spent my formative years in the USA, Taiwan, and Singapore. For the past 20 years, I have made my home in Geneva with my husband, our two children, and our German Shepherd dogs.
Having lived across countries and cultures — as a child, spouse, parent, and professional — I have developed a deep appreciation for the complexities of change: cultural, relational, and internal. I understand how transitions shape one's sense of identity, belonging, and well-being, and this understanding is at the heart of how I support adults from diverse backgrounds facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges.
What drives my work is a genuine curiosity about people — their stories, their strengths, the challenges they carry, and the meaning they seek. I am committed to creating a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard.
I offer individual counseling in English and French, drawing from an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to each person's unique needs.
We are all complex, multifaceted, and capable of growth.
Education
MSc Clinical Psychology (in progress) — London Metropolitan University
MA Counselling — Webster University Geneva
BA Psychology — Boston University
Certifications
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) — Level 1 Certified
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) — Level 2 Trained
Professional Memberships
SGfB — Swiss Association for Counseling
ACA — American Counseling Association
APA — American Psychological Association (Graduate Student)
Professional Affiliations
Geneva Collaborative Counseling, Assessment & Psychotherapy (G-CCAP)
Neurodiversity Support Network Switzerland (NSNS) — nsns.ch
All Special Kids (ASK) — allspecialkids.org
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