Individual Therapy (Psychotherapy)
It is a joint process between a therapist and a person in therapy treat mental, emotional, physical, and behavioral issues.
I am a Psychologist with over 12 years of experience working with adults in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood/depression, work related burn out, stress, anger issues as well as other challenges like self esteem issues, “self-sabotaging” behaviours, negative thinking patterns, major life transitions, finding life purpose and meaning, work or communication difficulties.
I use evidence-based treatment methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based treatment and Solution-focused Brief therapy. I also have strong interest in Existential therapy and Jungian analysis.
What makes therapy effective? Research shows that the most significant factor in a successful outcome is the relationship with the therapist. That might be described as the experience of “feeling felt.” It matters even more than the therapist’s training, the kind of therapy they do, or what kind of problem the person has.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where your experience will be heard and you will leave having felt supported, validated and more at ease. You will learn some new tools and skills to raise your consciousness and awareness. So by the end of your therapy you are able to embrace the risk of being all that you are and find enjoyment in love, work, relationships and play.
I specialize in treating a wide range of issues:
Self-Esteem Issues
⇒ fear of situations in which you may be judged
⇒ superiority and inferiority complex, low self-esteem
⇒ feeling worthless or incompetent, self-doubt and shame
⇒ procrastination and “self-sabotaging” behaviours
Relationship issues
⇒ conflicts and lack of understanding with people
⇒ loneliness, avoiding social interactions with others
⇒ lack of social skills, trust issues
⇒ marital problems, divorce
Depressive and anxiety disorder
⇒ feeling like you're living someone else's life
⇒ the loss of meaning in life, no life goals
⇒ fears, anxiety and panic attacks
⇒ apathy, lost of interest, feeling hopeless
Career difficulties and Existential crisis
⇒ problems with making decisions, feeling stuck
⇒ life transition issues and adaptability skills
⇒ impostor syndrome, "they are OK, but I'm not"
⇒ lacking a sense of purpose, feeling bored and lost
My education
It is a joint process between a therapist and a person in therapy treat mental, emotional, physical, and behavioral issues.
In 2010, I graduated from Saint Petersburg State University (Russia) with a Specialist degree in Psychology. This degree is equivalent to a combination of a Bachelor's degree with Honours and a Master's degree, and it qualifies me as a Psychologist. Throughout my education and continuing to this day, I have successfully completed numerous qualification programs and training courses. Personal therapy and supervision with international colleagues are also integral parts of my professional practice. Continuous development as a highly qualified specialist is extremely important to me, as is refining my skills and competencies through participation in long-term educational programs, exchanging experiences with colleagues, and engaging with professional literature. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology at one of New Zealand's leading universities.
Below are some of my diplomas and certificates:
- Massey University, New Zealand, Postgraduate Program in Psychology (MSc), in progress.
- Beck Institute, USA, "Essentials of CBT" program, delivered by the founder of this field, Dr. Aaron Beck, and his daughter, Dr. Judith Beck.
- Beck Institute, USA, "CBT for Depression" program, delivered by Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Judith Beck.
- St. Petersburg State University, Specialist degree in Psychology with qualifications as a psychologist and psychology lecturer.
- Imaton Institute of Practical Psychology, St. Petersburg, qualification program "Short-Term Methods of treating Psychological Trauma and Optimizing Awareness".
- Imaton Institute of Practical Psychology, St. Petersburg, qualification program in "Psychological Treatment of Eating Disorders (including Obesity)".
- National Research Institute, Moscow, qualification program in "Family Crises, Conflicts, and Infidelity: Methods of Diagnosis and Counseling".
- National Research Institute, Moscow, qualification program in "Sexology in Psychological Counseling".
- Humanitarian Academy for Professional Social Sector Training, qualification program in "Psychosomatic Disorders of Functional Systems in Adults: Clinical Presentations, Diagnosis, and Psychotherapeutic Interventions".
- International Association of Professions Career College, Canada, certified program "Life Coach".
- Berkeley University, USA, program "The Science of Happiness".
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA, course "Positive Psychology".
- Harvard University, USA, course "Unlocking the Immunity to Change: A New Approach to Personal Improvement".