About

Psychology is my second profession, a path that began with my personal therapy experience. It was followed by academic studies and obtaining a master's degree in psychology, as well as practical training, work experience, and supervision. I continue to grow and develop in my profession, engaging in personal therapy myself, and I strongly believe that the primary client of a psychologist is the psychologist themselves.
I recognize that knowledge and therapeutic techniques alone are ineffective without trust in the therapeutic relationship. When we know and feel that the person in front of us is capable of accepting us with all our complexities, peculiarities, and contradictions, it empowers us to courageously open up and explore what is happening within us, leading to the desired changes.
I consider self-exploration and gaining a clear understanding of oneself and one's needs to be one of the primary objectives of psychotherapy. In my practice, I provide support for this journey, ensuring a caring and non-judgmental approach.
The challenges that clients bring to me cannot be simplified into a single formula, but most often they involve difficulties in their relationship with themselves and/or with others.
One can strive to become the best version of oneself by attempting to fix perceived flaws. However, I believe that a more fulfilling approach is embracing one's true self and learning to live in harmony with one's unique characteristics and values. When working with me, we focus on this latter approach.

Education (base training)

• Master of psychology, Consultative psychology and personology, Higher school of Education (HSE)
• Introduction to Gestalt Therapy and Gestalt counseling, Moscow Institute of Gestalt and Psychodrama (MIGP)
• Person-centered approach (Rogers, C.R. Client centered therapy), RCPCA

About

Psychotherapy, for me, is an incredible opportunity to create something profound, sometimes on one's own and other times in collaboration with someone else. It is a chance to discover unexpected depths and appreciate the value and beauty within each individual, while lending support to help them realize their full potential.
I build my approach on client-centered principles, where engaging in a dialogue about your thoughts, emotions, experiences, and personal freedom takes precedence. Together, we will shape our work based on your specific needs and preferences. This may involve utilizing creative techniques, exploring your cognitive and emotional processes, or incorporating body-centered approaches to uncover your strengths and resources.
My aim is to assist you in truly hearing and understanding yourself, examining your life from different perspectives, recognizing your inner strength to make important decisions, navigate through loss or crisis, discover new meaning, and achieve your goals.
I am a registered member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (Canada), as well as an active member of the Association for Co-experiencing Psychotherapy, which is a collective member of the World Association for Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapy and Counseling (WAPCEPC), and the European Association for Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapy (PCE Europe).

Education (base training)

• Psychology, Moscow City University of Psychology and Education (MGPPU)
• Understanding psychotherapy, 3rd and 4th Grade, Psychological Institution of the Russian Academy of Education (​​PI RAE)
• Working with physical experience using the somatic recovery methods, Institute of Counseling Psychology and Consulting (FPK-Institute)
• Adler faculty of continuing education/Certificate of professional development. «Advanced practice in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT Level 2)».

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I believe that counseling is most effective when it integrates methods and techniques from modern evidence-based approaches. Collaboration is another key aspect that I prioritize in my counseling work, as I consider it essential for any meaningful path to change. This means that everything that occurs during the sessions is a result of an agreement we have reached together with the client.
One of my primary goals in counseling is to foster my clients' awareness of their cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses. I utilize a range of techniques to achieve optimal outcomes and empower my clients with the necessary skills to autonomously address future challenges in their lives.
I work with a broad spectrum of personal and interpersonal difficulties, including issues such as procrastination and low self-confidence, as well as specific conditions that fall within the realm of medical diagnoses. If a client presents a problem that is beyond my professional competence, I always inform them of this. I believe that the principle of "First, do no harm," which is foundational in medicine, is equally relevant in counseling.
To continually enhance my knowledge and practical skills, I engage in regular training and supervision. I am currently a member of the Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy in St. Petersburg, Russia. Additionally, I actively participate in clinical psychology research, which enables me to gain deeper insights into the underlying mechanisms of various psychological phenomena. I have a genuine passion for science as well.
I value your time, so I want to clarify the specific problems that I do not work with:

• Addictions
• Acute grief
• Sexual disorders
• Psychosomatic disorders (e.g., IBS, chronic pain, etc.)

I offer individual counseling services to individuals aged 16 and above.

Education (base training)

• Clinical psychology, Moscow State University named after M. Lomonosov (MSU)
• Researcher , research fellow, FGBICU "Mental Health Research Center”
• Сognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, Institute of Psychotherapy and Clinical Psychology (Moscow)
• Modern diagnostic methods for RPP in Clinical Practice, Eating Disorder Association
• Academy of Eating Disorders, «Advanced Seminar in Eating Disorders».

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I provide therapy in the format of Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which involves an active role from the client. During our sessions, we place great emphasis on exploring your beliefs, emotions, and behaviors. I will ask questions, and together we can analyze specific situations from your own experiences. It is important for our work that you complete assigned tasks and try new approaches between sessions. This will contribute to achieving therapy goals more efficiently.
Please note that I am unlikely to be able to help if you are seeking a magical solution or if you expect me to simply provide advice.
In my profession, it is important to me that the individuals I work with can realize their full potential, gain a better understanding of themselves, meet their needs effectively, and find pleasure in life. Ultimately, my goal is for you to become your own therapist, capable of handling various situations and applying the skills you have acquired during our work together.

Education (base training)

• Clinical Psychology, Institute of Practical Psychology and Psychoanalysis
• Master’s degree in Psychology, Moscow State University
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Moscow State University
• Shema Therapy Program, Moscow Institute of Schema Therapy and Center of Modern Practical Psychology “Foresight”
• CBT Basic Course, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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With 5 years of experience as a psychologist, I have developed extensive expertise in assisting individuals who are facing challenges such as depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, aggression, and phobias. By adopting a compassionate and empathetic approach, I create a supportive environment where individuals can openly discuss their experiences and work towards recovery.
I possess a deep understanding of various therapeutic modalities and treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and schema therapy. Drawing upon these approaches, I have effectively supported individuals in managing their symptoms and enhancing their overall quality of life.
Establishing positive and trusting relationships with my clients is paramount to the therapeutic process, and my experience has proven my ability to do so. Whether working with someone who is embarking on their recovery journey or assisting individuals who have struggled for an extended period, I approach each client with a non-judgmental attitude and a dedicated commitment to helping them achieve their goals.
In essence, my objective as a therapist is not only to provide assistance in the present moment but also to empower individuals with the skills and tools necessary for long-term success.

Education (base training)

• Master of psychology, Moscow State University of Psychology and Education (MSUPE)
• CBT and Psychological Counselling Basic Course, ANE DPO «Higher School of Psychology»
• CBT Basic Course, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Aaron Beck Cognitive Behavior Therapy,  Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) by Dr. Albert Ellis, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• CBT of Depression, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• CBT of  anxiety disorders (panic disorder, agoraphobia, social phobia, etc), Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• CBT of addictive behavior, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• CBT of eating disorders, The University of Sheffield
• Psychological work with women's feelings about abortion, Institute of Perinatal and  Reproductive Psychology
• CBT of PTSD and stress-related mental disorders, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Metacognitive therapy, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Shema Therapy Program, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• CBT of psychosomatic disorders, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Emotional Schema Therapy, Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

About

PhD (candidate of psychological science), psychologist
I work with adults. I would love to listen to you, I would love to be by your side, I would love to help you cope with difficulties. I don't criticize and I don't judge my clients. I help you find your own answers to the questions you have. My mission is to make you more familiar with yourself, as you understand your feelings and needs.



Education (base training)

• Bachelor's degree in psychology (with honors), National Research University Higher School of Economics.
• Master's degree in psychology, client-centered psychotherapy (with honors), National Research University Higher School of Economics.
• National Research University Higher School of Economics, Candidate of science degree in psychology (PhD).
• Client-centered Psychotherapy Program, supervised by ÖGWG Austrian society for scientific, client-centered psychotherapy.
• Narrative Psychotherapy Program, Center of Narrative Psychotherapy.
• Workshop "Helping skills: Facilitating, Exploration, Insight, and Action", trainer: C. Hill (USA).
• Workshop "Focusing", trainer: Е. Korbei (Austria).
• Internship at Florida International University, department of psychology (Miami, USA).
• Internship at the Psychological Counseling Center, National Research University Higher School of Economics.

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Since 2007 my profession has been to help people overcome difficult psychological states, better understand themselves and improve their quality of life.
I specialize in adult mental health, burnout therapy and crisis intervention.

In my practice, I use classical psychodynamic therapy techniques and fine-tune therapeutic tools to assist you in obtaining psychological balance and improving your mental health. I have extensive experience in therapy of depression, anxiety, loss, professional burnout and issues of adaptation .

In therapy we will work together on strengthening your coping as well as relationship with self and others. When working with me you can choose short term or long-term therapy options.

Adhering to strict ethical standards, I build my work on the principles of respect, safety and partnership.

You will feel the difference and see the results.

5 years experience as a therapist in English in the USA

Education (base training)

• Transference Focused Therapy, Prof. Dr.Otto Kernberg
• Psychologist, Continuing Education Program in Psychology, Institute of Psychotherapy and Medical Psychology of Karvasarsky
• Master of Social Work, Clinical Social Worker, LICSW in Massachusetts, Smith College School for Social Work, USA
• Character and affects in battles with appearance, Course by Nicole Schnackenberg
• Separation Anxiety in Transference and Countertransference Relations, Training within the framework of Jean-Michel Quinodo's seminar
• Working with sexuality in a couple, Course by Inga Green

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I am particularly fond of a phrase coined by my university professor: "Psychotherapy is about creating conditions for change." This phrase encapsulates the essence of why people seek the assistance of a psychologist: the unique therapeutic relationship, the trust that blossoms within this alliance, the client's ownership of their progress, and the positive transformations that bring fulfillment to both participants in this journey.

I am equipped to help individuals overcome psychosocial challenges.

What does this entail? If you are dissatisfied with your sexual life or find it difficult to communicate about it with your partner, if sexual experiences fail to provide the expected pleasure, if you have dealt with infidelity, or if your sexual desires appear unfamiliar to you, we can explore these concerns together. I adopt a multimodal approach, tailoring an individualized plan for each client and employing methods that cater to their specific needs. I am genuinely interested in understanding what resonates with you, what strategies prove effective, and how they impact your well-being. This process is outcome-oriented.

I offer individual therapy for adults as well as couples therapy.

Education (base training)

• Clinical psychology, Moscow State University named after M. Lomonosov (MSU)
• Existential therapy, Institute of Existential and Humanistic Therapy
• Contemporary Institute of clinical sexology (UK). «Clinical Sexology».
• Certificate of membership in PPL Russia, All-Russian Professional Psychotherapeutic League (PPL Russia, or League)

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If you are no longer satisfied with your intimate relationships, you can seek my assistance. Together, we will delve into your current situation, analyze your interactions with others and with yourself.

You will be able to effectively distinguish what is effective from what is not. Additionally, you will develop a new perspective of yourself and gain a better understanding of other people's emotions.

Your life will undergo positive transformations in various aspects.

I do not limit myself to a single technique or format, but instead employ scientifically validated psychological approaches and methods. Providing a comfortable environment and adopting an individualized approach reflect my respect for clients.

Education (base training)

• Master's degree in systemic family psychotherapy. National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE)
• Psychological counseling and psychodiagnostics of personality, National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE)
• The Gottman Institute. Gottman Method Couples Therapy. «Level 1: Bridging the Couple Chasm».
• The Gottman Institute. Gottman Method Couples Therapy. «Level 2: Assessment, Intervention, and Co-morbidities».
• Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Psychodemia
• Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and Special Features of Dealing with betrayal, Systemic Family Therapy Center
• Short-Term Counseling for parents and children, Systemic Family Therapy Center

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Gestalt therapy facilitates understanding of our relationship with ourselves, our interactions with others, and our connection to the world.

By nature, I am gentle, sensitive, and inclined towards analysis. Through years of training and ongoing supervision, I have honed these skills to support others.

The path we take in therapy will be guided entirely by your needs and preferences. It could involve short-term therapy focused on a specific issue. Typically, this entails 10 sessions aimed at exploring the situation from various perspectives and discovering resources to address the problems at hand. Alternatively, it may encompass a broader range of challenges such as career choices or temporary difficulties in relationships with a partner or children.

In many cases, it involves addressing adjustment disorders that require months or even years of intensive work. These may include the loss of pleasure in life, eating disorders, challenges related to relocation, or addictive behaviors in relationships with partners or children. It can also encompass issues stemming from destructive relationships with parents, childhood traumas that hinder the ability to enjoy life and form healthy relationships, and self-love.

My role is to accompany you on the journey towards a more conscious and fulfilling life in the present moment.

Education (base training)

• Psychology, Central State Medical Academy under the Presidential Administration (FSBI APT)
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), National Academy of Additional Professional Training
• Crisis and trauma: psychosocial strategies, National Academy of Additional Professional Training
• Gestalt therapy (1st Grade), Moscow Gestalt Institute
• Theory and practice of Gestalt therapy, Moscow Gestalt Institute
• Parent-child relationships, Moscow Gestalt Institute
• Gestalt-Approach in work with attachment disorders, Moscow Gestalt Institute
• Gestalt-Approach in work with eating disorders, Moscow Gestalt Institute
• Psychotherapy during the perinatal period, University of Classical and Modern Psychology, Psychotherapy and Coaching
• Counseling services for Transgender and Nonbinary People, Centre T
• PTSD and childhood trauma, Center of Psychological Education «Metaphor»
• Gestalt-Approach in Work with Addictions, The Society of Practicing Psychologists «Gestalt Approach»
• Gestalt-Approach in Work with Grief, The Society of Practicing Psychologists «Gestalt Approach»

About

Hello, I'm Zvenislava. People often come to me when they find themselves in a crisis situation, such as experiencing significant loss, high levels of stress in various important areas, feeling disoriented in their own life, and facing emotional strain and burnout.

After our introduction, our first step is to establish a mutual understanding of the complexity that is troubling you. Once we identify the root cause of the problem, we can determine the tools that can help resolve it.

I highly value a scientifically grounded approach to psychotherapy. I find it gratifying when my clients show an interest in understanding their own psyche, as it accelerates our progress and promotes their future autonomy.

I uphold the values and ethical principles of our psychological community, which include ensuring the safety, non-judgmental environment, and maintaining client confidentiality. In my practice, I rely on ongoing professional development, personal therapy, and regular supervision.

I also provide counseling as a volunteer in the "Vdoh (Inhale)" project, where I offer psychological assistance to employees of charitable organizations.

I look forward to meeting you at our consultation!

Education (base training)

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, Saint Petersburg State University.
• Master's degree in psychology, Saint Petersburg State University.
• Fundamentals of Practical Counseling: Building Therapeutic Relationships and General Mechanisms of Psychological Assistance, Non-profit Psychological Center "Foresight."
• Short-term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Non-profit Psychological Center "Foresight."
• Short-term methods of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Training Center for Psychotherapy and Psychological Counseling.