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Clinical Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapi... Show more
Marco
Clinical Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapi... Show more

I am a psychologist deeply passionate about listening to people, their stories,

challenges, and difficulties. I firmly believe in the importance of working on

communication and practicing empathy and acceptance, always promoting

learning to be kinder to ourselves.

My goal is to offer a safe and nurturing space where we can welcome both the

good and the difficult things that happen to us. Emotions and challenges are an

inevitable part of life, but it's how we choose to react to them that makes the

difference.

In my sessions, I strive to ...

Years in Practice
9 years
Free Initial Consultation
$25 USD
$34977 ARS $35 AUD $131 BRL $34 CAD ¥173 CNY €21 EUR ₹2269 INR $429 MXN $41 NZD £18 GBP ₴1082 UAH $25 USD
 Mexico City, 05429,
Mexico, Mexico
Mexico City, 05429, Mexico, Mexico
Online

I am a psychologist deeply passionate about listening to people, their stories,

challenges, and difficulties. I firmly believe in the importance of working on

communication and practicing empathy and acceptance, always promoting

learning to be kinder to ourselves.

My goal is to offer a safe and nurturing space where we can welcome both the

good and the difficult things that happen to us. Emotions and challenges are an

inevitable part of life, but it's how we choose to react to them that makes the

difference.

In my sessions, I strive to ...

Years in Practice
9 years
Free Initial Consultation
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Counseling Psychologist, Ps... Show more
(MA)
Albanys
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Counseling Psychologist, Ps... Show more
(MA)

Do you feel like your mind never shuts off, that your thoughts keep looping over and over again, leaving you feeling worse? Do you feel that this doesn’t only affect you emotionally and behaviorally, but also impacts your relationships with others?

I work with adults and adolescents who have tried to “control” what they feel, only to discover that their distress doesn’t go away—on the contrary, it often gets worse and begins to affect every area of their daily lives.

If this sounds like you, you do not need months of therapy to start feel ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
$50 USD
$69954 ARS $71 AUD $262 BRL $68 CAD ¥345 CNY €42 EUR ₹4538 INR $859 MXN $83 NZD £37 GBP ₴2164 UAH $50 USD
 Medelin, 050031,
Antioquia, Colombia
Medelin, 050031, Antioquia, Colombia
Online
In-person

Do you feel like your mind never shuts off, that your thoughts keep looping over and over again, leaving you feeling worse? Do you feel that this doesn’t only affect you emotionally and behaviorally, but also impacts your relationships with others?

I work with adults and adolescents who have tried to “control” what they feel, only to discover that their distress doesn’t go away—on the contrary, it often gets worse and begins to affect every area of their daily lives.

If this sounds like you, you do not need months of therapy to start feel ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
Viviane Laura
Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist and Psychotherapist

I'm a Clinical Psychologist, graduated from the University of Western Santa Catarina (UNOESC). My services are based on professional ethics, focusing especially on the process of seeking self-knowledge and a better quality of life. I assist you in your quest for better psychological and emotional health. I have experience providing clinical care across a variety of topics and ages. If you feel it's time to take a more caring approach to yourself, I'm here to listen. Shall we talk?

Years in Practice
$150 BRL
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 89870-000,
Brazil
89870-000, Brazil
Online

I'm a Clinical Psychologist, graduated from the University of Western Santa Catarina (UNOESC). My services are based on professional ethics, focusing especially on the process of seeking self-knowledge and a better quality of life. I assist you in your quest for better psychological and emotional health. I have experience providing clinical care across a variety of topics and ages. If you feel it's time to take a more caring approach to yourself, I'm here to listen. Shall we talk?

Years in Practice
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Psychothera... Show more
(MA)
Pablo
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Psychothera... Show more
(MA)

My aim is to help you explore any issues that interfere with your mental and emotional wellbeing. Together we will find the resources that enable you to live better. I am passionate in supporting people cope, heal and thrive. I provide an environment that fosters your self-reflection and growth. Fostering the alignment with your values. Counselling gives us that time and space we need to make sense of our experiences and to explore our identity. This clarifies our stressors and updates our strategies and resources.

I obtained a Ba degree in ...

Years in Practice
8 years
Free Initial Consultation
£50 - £60 GBP
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 Fishponds Road,
Eastville,
BS5 6SH,
England, United Kingdom
Fishponds Road, Eastville, BS5 6SH, England, United Kingdom
Online
In-person

My aim is to help you explore any issues that interfere with your mental and emotional wellbeing. Together we will find the resources that enable you to live better. I am passionate in supporting people cope, heal and thrive. I provide an environment that fosters your self-reflection and growth. Fostering the alignment with your values. Counselling gives us that time and space we need to make sense of our experiences and to explore our identity. This clarifies our stressors and updates our strategies and resources.

I obtained a Ba degree in ...

Years in Practice
8 years
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist and Therapi... Show more
(PhD)
Christian
Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist and Therapi... Show more
(PhD)

I accept insurance.

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck—repeating the same stories, insights, and explanations without real movement. They understand themselves intellectually, yet remain caught in familiar emotional loops.

My work focuses on slowing the process down and examining the inner conflicts and emotional patterns that shape daily life. Therapy with me is reflective, structured, and collaborative, with space for honest exploration and thoughtful challenge.

I work best with clients who are curious about themselves and open to ...

Years in Practice
4 years
$150 USD
$209863 ARS $212 AUD $786 BRL $205 CAD ¥1036 CNY €127 EUR ₹13614 INR $2576 MXN $248 NZD £110 GBP ₴6492 UAH $150 USD
 2616 Buddy Owens Boulevard,
McAllen, 78504,
Texas, United States
2616 Buddy Owens Boulevard, McAllen, 78504, Texas, United States
Online
In-person

I accept insurance.

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck—repeating the same stories, insights, and explanations without real movement. They understand themselves intellectually, yet remain caught in familiar emotional loops.

My work focuses on slowing the process down and examining the inner conflicts and emotional patterns that shape daily life. Therapy with me is reflective, structured, and collaborative, with space for honest exploration and thoughtful challenge.

I work best with clients who are curious about themselves and open to ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapi... Show more
(MA)
Ava Marie
Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapi... Show more
(MA)

Ava Marie is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who completed her Master of Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She is a Black woman of Caribbean ancestry, who has made Canada her home since the year 2010.

Her clinical approach is grounded in the principles of authenticity and compassion. Throughout her career, Ava Marie has used these guiding values to support clients in various settings including outpatient mental health & addiction clinics, schools both locally and internationally, acute-care settings, and private practice. Ava h ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
$100 - $120 USD
$139908 - $167890 ARS $141 - $170 AUD $524 - $629 BRL $136 - $164 CAD ¥691 - ¥829 CNY €84 - €101 EUR ₹9076 - ₹10891 INR $1718 - $2061 MXN $166 - $199 NZD £73 - £88 GBP ₴4328 - ₴5194 UAH $100 - $120 USD
 Strathmore, T1P 0E3,
Alberta, Canada
Strathmore, T1P 0E3, Alberta, Canada
Online

Ava Marie is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who completed her Master of Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She is a Black woman of Caribbean ancestry, who has made Canada her home since the year 2010.

Her clinical approach is grounded in the principles of authenticity and compassion. Throughout her career, Ava Marie has used these guiding values to support clients in various settings including outpatient mental health & addiction clinics, schools both locally and internationally, acute-care settings, and private practice. Ava h ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
Hypnotherapist, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA and MBA)
RE:Ignite Psychological
Hypnotherapist, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA and MBA)

Hi there,

I am a counselling psychologist, psychotherapist, and cognitive behaviour hypnotherapist. I work with individuals and couples to find clarity and learn emotion regulation to live life without regret. My personal and professional journey makes me passionate about empowering individuals (neurotypical and neurodivergent) to be the best version of themselves. I use an integrative therapy approach based on Positive Psychology, which focuses on both mind and body. Some issues I work with are related to anxiety, depression, a behavioural r ...

Years in Practice
9 years
Free Initial Consultation
$120 USD
$167890 ARS $170 AUD $629 BRL $164 CAD ¥829 CNY €101 EUR ₹10891 INR $2061 MXN $199 NZD £88 GBP ₴5194 UAH $120 USD
 21 Merchant Road,
Singapore, 058267,
Singapore
21 Merchant Road, Singapore, 058267, Singapore
Online
In-person

Hi there,

I am a counselling psychologist, psychotherapist, and cognitive behaviour hypnotherapist. I work with individuals and couples to find clarity and learn emotion regulation to live life without regret. My personal and professional journey makes me passionate about empowering individuals (neurotypical and neurodivergent) to be the best version of themselves. I use an integrative therapy approach based on Positive Psychology, which focuses on both mind and body. Some issues I work with are related to anxiety, depression, a behavioural r ...

Years in Practice
9 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA)
Оксана
Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA)

Hi! I'm Oksana, a psychologist and an becoming therapist in person centered therapy. I have my bachelor's degree finished far behind, and now studing in the project of 5 years of becoming a psychotherapist.

I started working as a psychologist in 2022. In my work I create a safe and warm place for other person to better learn about themselves, to better understand their emotions and feelings in order to find the very solution to their problems. I'm not directive, but I definitely can be, if needed, because I try to find an approach to every p ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
€30 - €100 EUR
$49700 - $165668 ARS $50 - $168 AUD $186 - $621 BRL $48 - $161 CAD ¥245 - ¥818 CNY €30 - €100 EUR ₹3224 - ₹10747 INR $610 - $2034 MXN $59 - $196 NZD £26 - £87 GBP ₴1537 - ₴5125 UAH $36 - $118 USD
 65000,
Ukraine
65000, Ukraine
Online

Hi! I'm Oksana, a psychologist and an becoming therapist in person centered therapy. I have my bachelor's degree finished far behind, and now studing in the project of 5 years of becoming a psychotherapist.

I started working as a psychologist in 2022. In my work I create a safe and warm place for other person to better learn about themselves, to better understand their emotions and feelings in order to find the very solution to their problems. I'm not directive, but I definitely can be, if needed, because I try to find an approach to every p ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, Psychologist and Psychothe... Show more
(MA, PhD and PsyD)
Gabriela
Clinical Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, Psychologist and Psychothe... Show more
(MA, PhD and PsyD)

I am a psychologist graduated from PUC-SP and a postgraduate student in Neuropsychology at the University of São Paulo (USP), two highly regarded and leading universities in Brazil. My theoretical orientation is grounded in Phenomenology and Psychoanalysis.

I work with adolescents and adults who seek a safe and supportive space to express themselves, offering attentive, ethical, and compassionate listening.

My work is guided by a shared journey in which I walk alongside you, helping you find new meanings and relate to your experiences with gr ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
$27 - $150 USD
$37775 - $209863 ARS $38 - $212 AUD $142 - $786 BRL $37 - $205 CAD ¥187 - ¥1036 CNY €23 - €127 EUR ₹2451 - ₹13614 INR $464 - $2576 MXN $45 - $248 NZD £20 - £110 GBP ₴1169 - ₴6492 UAH $27 - $150 USD
 969 Rua Tucuna,
Pompeia,
São Paulo, 05021-010,
São Paulo, Brazil
969 Rua Tucuna, Pompeia, São Paulo, 05021-010, São Paulo, Brazil
Online

I am a psychologist graduated from PUC-SP and a postgraduate student in Neuropsychology at the University of São Paulo (USP), two highly regarded and leading universities in Brazil. My theoretical orientation is grounded in Phenomenology and Psychoanalysis.

I work with adolescents and adults who seek a safe and supportive space to express themselves, offering attentive, ethical, and compassionate listening.

My work is guided by a shared journey in which I walk alongside you, helping you find new meanings and relate to your experiences with gr ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist and Thera... Show more
(MA)
Casey
Counselor, Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist and Thera... Show more
(MA)

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues. My approach is rooted in self exploration and analysis of the stories people tell themselves and how shifting those narratives can alleviate guilt, worry and sadness. Many of my clients are experiencing major life transitions -- whether on the journey to starting a family or entering a new phase of independence -- and a change in thinking style and perspective can unlock new purpose and potential.

I help many clients struggling with infertilit ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
$195 USD
$272821 ARS $276 AUD $1022 BRL $266 CAD ¥1347 CNY €165 EUR ₹17699 INR $3349 MXN $323 NZD £143 GBP ₴8440 UAH $195 USD
 19 Des Voeux Road Central,
00000,
Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
19 Des Voeux Road Central, 00000, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Online
In-person

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues. My approach is rooted in self exploration and analysis of the stories people tell themselves and how shifting those narratives can alleviate guilt, worry and sadness. Many of my clients are experiencing major life transitions -- whether on the journey to starting a family or entering a new phase of independence -- and a change in thinking style and perspective can unlock new purpose and potential.

I help many clients struggling with infertilit ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, Psychotherapist and Ther... Show more
(MA)
Jill
Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, Psychotherapist and Ther... Show more
(MA)

Jill seeks to help people find their meaning and joy in life, addressing areas of difficulty that include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, divorce, and bereavement. She works with individuals, couples and families. As a mother to two teen daughters, she is interesting in helping families to find balance to help foster their children’s academic success along with their social and emotional well-being.

Originally from the United States, Jill has been a Hong Kong resident since 2010. Her interest in human cognition and behaviour star ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
$150 USD
$209863 ARS $212 AUD $786 BRL $205 CAD ¥1036 CNY €127 EUR ₹13614 INR $2576 MXN $248 NZD £110 GBP ₴6492 UAH $150 USD
 42 Wong Chuk Hang Road,
Wong Chuk Hang, 00000,
Hong Kong
42 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, 00000, Hong Kong
Online
In-person

Jill seeks to help people find their meaning and joy in life, addressing areas of difficulty that include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, divorce, and bereavement. She works with individuals, couples and families. As a mother to two teen daughters, she is interesting in helping families to find balance to help foster their children’s academic success along with their social and emotional well-being.

Originally from the United States, Jill has been a Hong Kong resident since 2010. Her interest in human cognition and behaviour star ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Psychologis... Show more
Noora
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Psychologis... Show more

I am practising as a Consultant Psychologist in my clinic "BlueBird Psy Clinic". Treating various kind of Psychological issues with psychotherapies and focusing in nutritional psychology approach too.I am a registered member of GCPN which is under WHO (World Health Organisation) and an affiliate member of American Psychological Association too.I have been registered (representing my clinic "BlueBird Psy Clinic") with a global mental health advocacy community known as GMHAN to promote better mental health awareness and provision globally.

Years in Practice
4 years
$15 - $20 USD
$20986 - $27982 ARS $21 - $28 AUD $79 - $105 BRL $20 - $27 CAD ¥104 - ¥138 CNY €13 - €17 EUR ₹1361 - ₹1815 INR $258 - $344 MXN $25 - $33 NZD £11 - £15 GBP ₴649 - ₴866 UAH $15 - $20 USD
 Zam Zam Road,
Maruthamunai, 32314,
Eastern Province, Sri Lanka
Zam Zam Road, Maruthamunai, 32314, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka
In-person

I am practising as a Consultant Psychologist in my clinic "BlueBird Psy Clinic". Treating various kind of Psychological issues with psychotherapies and focusing in nutritional psychology approach too.I am a registered member of GCPN which is under WHO (World Health Organisation) and an affiliate member of American Psychological Association too.I have been registered (representing my clinic "BlueBird Psy Clinic") with a global mental health advocacy community known as GMHAN to promote better mental health awareness and provision globally.

Years in Practice
4 years
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Life Coach and Psychotherapist Show more
(MBA, PhD and PsyD)
Natalya
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Life Coach and Psychotherapist Show more
(MBA, PhD and PsyD)

PSYCHOLOGIST, PSYCHOTHERAPIST

Lviv National University by Ivan Franko

1998 - 2003

Master degree in psychology, diploma with honors

Lviv National University by Ivan Franko

2009-2011

Manager-economist

Ukrainian Association of Transactional Analysis (UATA)

2018-2023

Psychotherapist

Ukrainian Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (UICBP)

2023-2024

Psychotherapist (Schema therapy)

Ukrainian Institute of Addiction Psychotherapy (UIPU)

2024 – until now (4-year programme)

Psychotherapy of addictions

Ukrainian Institute o ...

Years in Practice
20 years
Free Initial Consultation
$55 - $70 USD
$76950 - $97936 ARS $78 - $99 AUD $288 - $367 BRL $75 - $95 CAD ¥380 - ¥484 CNY €46 - €59 EUR ₹4992 - ₹6353 INR $945 - $1202 MXN $91 - $116 NZD £40 - £51 GBP ₴2380 - ₴3030 UAH $55 - $70 USD
 79022,
Ukraine
79022, Ukraine
Online

PSYCHOLOGIST, PSYCHOTHERAPIST

Lviv National University by Ivan Franko

1998 - 2003

Master degree in psychology, diploma with honors

Lviv National University by Ivan Franko

2009-2011

Manager-economist

Ukrainian Association of Transactional Analysis (UATA)

2018-2023

Psychotherapist

Ukrainian Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (UICBP)

2023-2024

Psychotherapist (Schema therapy)

Ukrainian Institute of Addiction Psychotherapy (UIPU)

2024 – until now (4-year programme)

Psychotherapy of addictions

Ukrainian Institute o ...

Years in Practice
20 years
Free Initial Consultation
Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA and MBA)
Nikos
Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MA and MBA)

As a psychologist - psychotherapist specializing in Gestalt therapy, my priority is accompanying and supporting individuals, groups and couples on their therapeutic path while creating a safe environment in which they can explore their emotions. My concern is helping my clients overcome their emotional difficulties, improve their communication skills linked to relationship problems, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviours as well as establish the effective strategies to face their challenges.

In addition to individual therapy sessions ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
€40 - €60 EUR
$66267 - $99401 ARS $67 - $101 AUD $248 - $372 BRL $65 - $97 CAD ¥327 - ¥491 CNY €40 - €60 EUR ₹4299 - ₹6448 INR $814 - $1220 MXN $78 - $118 NZD £35 - £52 GBP ₴2050 - ₴3075 UAH $47 - $71 USD
 35 Ippokrinis,
Zografou,
Athens, 157 73,
Greece
35 Ippokrinis, Zografou, Athens, 157 73, Greece
Online
In-person

As a psychologist - psychotherapist specializing in Gestalt therapy, my priority is accompanying and supporting individuals, groups and couples on their therapeutic path while creating a safe environment in which they can explore their emotions. My concern is helping my clients overcome their emotional difficulties, improve their communication skills linked to relationship problems, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviours as well as establish the effective strategies to face their challenges.

In addition to individual therapy sessions ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Associate, Psychologist, Psychotherapist and T... Show more
(MA and PhD)
Houda
Marriage & Family Associate, Psychologist, Psychotherapist and T... Show more
(MA and PhD)

I’m a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with a PhD in Psychology.

I support adults facing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, and addiction, offering a personalized and empathetic approach.

I also work with children and adolescents (2–16 years), especially those with autism spectrum disorder, learning difficulties, or developmental challenges, providing assessments and guidance for both the child and family.

I speak French fluently, Arabic is my native language, and I speak English.

Passionate about helping ...

Years in Practice
10 years
£50 - £201 GBP
$95219 - $382779 ARS $96 - $387 AUD $357 - $1434 BRL $93 - $373 CAD ¥470 - ¥1890 CNY €57 - €231 EUR ₹6177 - ₹24832 INR $1169 - $4699 MXN $113 - $453 NZD £50 - £201 GBP ₴2946 - ₴11841 UAH $68 - $274 USD
 20103,
Morocco
20103, Morocco
Online
In-person

I’m a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with a PhD in Psychology.

I support adults facing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, and addiction, offering a personalized and empathetic approach.

I also work with children and adolescents (2–16 years), especially those with autism spectrum disorder, learning difficulties, or developmental challenges, providing assessments and guidance for both the child and family.

I speak French fluently, Arabic is my native language, and I speak English.

Passionate about helping ...

Years in Practice
10 years
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If you are considering psychotherapy but do not know where to start, a free initial consultation is the perfect first step. It will allow you to explore your options, ask questions, and feel more confident about taking the first step towards your well-being.

It is a 30-minute, completely free meeting with a Mental Health specialist that does not obligate you to anything.

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Important:

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

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