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Psychologists, Counselors, Therapists - Near me & Online

Life Coach
(MA)
Olivia
Life Coach
(MA)

I am a Professionally Certified Coach (PCC), Human Design reader, and Wedding Dance Choreographer whose work centers on one guiding purpose: encouraging transformation through authenticity and empowering people to trust themselves fully. Whether I'm coaching leaders, guiding couples on the dance floor, or supporting individuals through Human Design, my focus remains the same: helping people align with who they truly are so they can move through life with confidence, authentic presence, and joy.

My embodied, presence-based approach weaves tog ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
$200 - $500 USD
$302950 - $757375 ARS $281 - $702 AUD $1022 - $2555 BRL $281 - $702 CAD ¥1339 - ¥3348 CNY €174 - €436 EUR ₹19157 - ₹47893 INR $3446 - $8614 MXN $350 - $875 NZD £150 - £374 GBP ₴8952 - ₴22379 UAH $200 - $500 USD
 5 Ayrault Street,
Newport, 02840,
Rhode Island, United States
5 Ayrault Street, Newport, 02840, Rhode Island, United States
Online

I am a Professionally Certified Coach (PCC), Human Design reader, and Wedding Dance Choreographer whose work centers on one guiding purpose: encouraging transformation through authenticity and empowering people to trust themselves fully. Whether I'm coaching leaders, guiding couples on the dance floor, or supporting individuals through Human Design, my focus remains the same: helping people align with who they truly are so they can move through life with confidence, authentic presence, and joy.

My embodied, presence-based approach weaves tog ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Counselor, Life Coach and Marriage & Fami... Show more
(MSc and PsyD)
luca
Clinical Psychologist, Counselor, Life Coach and Marriage & Fami... Show more
(MSc and PsyD)

Italian-licensed Psychologist (Tuscany Register #9671) with cross-domain expertise in psychodiagnostics, work & organizational psychology, relational psychology, and coaching. Proven track record across public healthcare, private organizations, and research. Current roles include Psychologist at ASL Toscana Nord-Ovest (Per.Te home-based psychoeducation program, since 13 Jun 2024) and Team Lead/Supervisor & Trainer at Go Vertical S.R.L. (overseeing ~300 psychologists, since Sep 2022). Former Psychologist Coordinator (E2) at Cooperativa Elleuno a ...

Years in Practice
22 years
€70 - €135 EUR
$121581 - $234478 ARS $113 - $217 AUD $410 - $791 BRL $113 - $217 CAD ¥537 - ¥1036 CNY €70 - €135 EUR ₹7688 - ₹14827 INR $1383 - $2667 MXN $140 - $271 NZD £60 - £116 GBP ₴3593 - ₴6928 UAH $80 - $155 USD
 10 Via Francesco Redi,
Pisa, 56124,
Toscana, Italy
10 Via Francesco Redi, Pisa, 56124, Toscana, Italy
Online
In-person

Italian-licensed Psychologist (Tuscany Register #9671) with cross-domain expertise in psychodiagnostics, work & organizational psychology, relational psychology, and coaching. Proven track record across public healthcare, private organizations, and research. Current roles include Psychologist at ASL Toscana Nord-Ovest (Per.Te home-based psychoeducation program, since 13 Jun 2024) and Team Lead/Supervisor & Trainer at Go Vertical S.R.L. (overseeing ~300 psychologists, since Sep 2022). Former Psychologist Coordinator (E2) at Cooperativa Elleuno a ...

Years in Practice
22 years
Counselor, Psychotherapist and Social Worker
(MA)
Gordana
Counselor, Psychotherapist and Social Worker
(MA)

Gordana Marčetić-Radunović completed her master's studies in social work at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Belgrade, Serbia, and psychotherapy at the Institute of Psychodrama, Belgrade, Serbia, in 2014. In her work, she also applies elements of schema therapy, as a schema therapist under supervision. She is actively engaged in psychotherapy in various forms of work, individual, group and online psychotherapy.

Gordana has the certificate of the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP) and the certificate of the Association of Psycho ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Free Initial Consultation
€40 - €60 EUR
$69475 - $104213 ARS $64 - $97 AUD $234 - $352 BRL $64 - $97 CAD ¥307 - ¥461 CNY €40 - €60 EUR ₹4393 - ₹6590 INR $790 - $1185 MXN $80 - $120 NZD £34 - £51 GBP ₴2053 - ₴3079 UAH $46 - $69 USD
 Zemun,
Belgrade, 11080,
Central Serbia, Serbia
Zemun, Belgrade, 11080, Central Serbia, Serbia
Online

Gordana Marčetić-Radunović completed her master's studies in social work at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Belgrade, Serbia, and psychotherapy at the Institute of Psychodrama, Belgrade, Serbia, in 2014. In her work, she also applies elements of schema therapy, as a schema therapist under supervision. She is actively engaged in psychotherapy in various forms of work, individual, group and online psychotherapy.

Gordana has the certificate of the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP) and the certificate of the Association of Psycho ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Marr... Show more
(MSc)
Tin Fung
Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Marr... Show more
(MSc)

I am Chong Tin Fung, a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Malaysian Society of Clinical Psychology (MSCP CP1-214) and the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC CP-00357). I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from HELP University and am the founder and director of MY Psychology KK in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

Over the years, I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults across a wide range of psychological concerns, including ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relat ...

Years in Practice
6 years
$50 - $100 USD
$75738 - $151475 ARS $70 - $140 AUD $255 - $511 BRL $70 - $140 CAD ¥335 - ¥670 CNY €44 - €87 EUR ₹4789 - ₹9579 INR $861 - $1723 MXN $87 - $175 NZD £37 - £75 GBP ₴2238 - ₴4476 UAH $50 - $100 USD
 MY PsychologyKK, Lot 2, Block A Hong Tong Commercial Centre, Mile 4,
Penampang,
Kota Kinabalu, 88200,
Sabah, Malaysia
MY PsychologyKK, Lot 2, Block A Hong Tong Commercial Centre, Mile 4, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, 88200, Sabah, Malaysia
Online
In-person

I am Chong Tin Fung, a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Malaysian Society of Clinical Psychology (MSCP CP1-214) and the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC CP-00357). I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from HELP University and am the founder and director of MY Psychology KK in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

Over the years, I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults across a wide range of psychological concerns, including ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relat ...

Years in Practice
6 years
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Life Coach, Psychotherapist Show more
(CCTP)
Nada
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Life Coach, Psychotherapist Show more
(CCTP)

n/a

Years in Practice
$80 - $120 USD
$121180 - $181770 ARS $112 - $168 AUD $409 - $613 BRL $112 - $168 CAD ¥536 - ¥803 CNY €70 - €105 EUR ₹7663 - ₹11494 INR $1378 - $2067 MXN $140 - $210 NZD £60 - £90 GBP ₴3581 - ₴5371 UAH $80 - $120 USD
 1200,
Lebanon
1200, Lebanon
Online
In-person

n/a

Years in Practice
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Licensed Ps... Show more
(LCSW and MSc)
Victor
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Licensed Ps... Show more
(LCSW and MSc)

I'm a psychotherapist. I was born in Romania and have Hungarian roots, that meaning two languages, two ways of being, and maybe that's where I learned not to rush with answers. I work with Jungian psychology. For me, that means I trust dreams and the ways our mind expresses itself beyond clear, rational thoughts. I don't rush to explain things, I try to understand them together with you. I also use psychodrama, sex therapy, and a practice from Japan called Naikan. I lived there and in the Middle East, and I believe pain looks similar everywher ...

Years in Practice
7 years
Free Initial Consultation
€60 - €120 EUR
$104213 - $208425 ARS $97 - $193 AUD $352 - $703 BRL $97 - $193 CAD ¥461 - ¥921 CNY €60 - €120 EUR ₹6590 - ₹13180 INR $1185 - $2371 MXN $120 - $241 NZD £51 - £103 GBP ₴3079 - ₴6159 UAH $69 - $138 USD
 1 Aleea Pravăț,
Bucureşti Sectorul 6,
București, 061344,
București, Romania
1 Aleea Pravăț, Bucureşti Sectorul 6, București, 061344, București, Romania
Online
In-person

I'm a psychotherapist. I was born in Romania and have Hungarian roots, that meaning two languages, two ways of being, and maybe that's where I learned not to rush with answers. I work with Jungian psychology. For me, that means I trust dreams and the ways our mind expresses itself beyond clear, rational thoughts. I don't rush to explain things, I try to understand them together with you. I also use psychodrama, sex therapy, and a practice from Japan called Naikan. I lived there and in the Middle East, and I believe pain looks similar everywher ...

Years in Practice
7 years
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist
(PsyD)
Danine
Clinical Psychologist
(PsyD)

Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship stress, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a licensed Psychologist in the Los Angeles area, and I’d love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and better cope wit ...

Years in Practice
17 years
Free Initial Consultation
$225 - $350 USD
$340819 - $530163 ARS $316 - $491 AUD $1150 - $1788 BRL $316 - $491 CAD ¥1506 - ¥2343 CNY €196 - €305 EUR ₹21552 - ₹33525 INR $3876 - $6030 MXN $394 - $612 NZD £168 - £262 GBP ₴10071 - ₴15665 UAH $225 - $350 USD
 Long Beach, 90812,
California, United States
Long Beach, 90812, California, United States
Online

Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship stress, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a licensed Psychologist in the Los Angeles area, and I’d love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and better cope wit ...

Years in Practice
17 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapis... Show more
(PsyD)
Muskaan
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapis... Show more
(PsyD)

I want to take a moment to remind you that seeking support for your mental and emotional well-being is an act of strength—not weakness. Whether you are here to explore your thoughts, manage challenges, or build a healthier relationship with yourself, your journey matters deeply.

Please remember:

• Healing is not linear. Some days may feel lighter than others, and that’s okay.

• Your feelings are valid—whether they are comfortable or uncomfortable.

• Change takes time, patience, and compassion, especially toward yourself.

As your psy ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
$80 - $100 USD
$121180 - $151475 ARS $112 - $140 AUD $409 - $511 BRL $112 - $140 CAD ¥536 - ¥670 CNY €70 - €87 EUR ₹7663 - ₹9579 INR $1378 - $1723 MXN $140 - $175 NZD £60 - £75 GBP ₴3581 - ₴4476 UAH $80 - $100 USD
 Ahuntsic-Cartierville,
Montreal, H3L 1N9,
Quebec, Canada
Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Montreal, H3L 1N9, Quebec, Canada
Online

I want to take a moment to remind you that seeking support for your mental and emotional well-being is an act of strength—not weakness. Whether you are here to explore your thoughts, manage challenges, or build a healthier relationship with yourself, your journey matters deeply.

Please remember:

• Healing is not linear. Some days may feel lighter than others, and that’s okay.

• Your feelings are valid—whether they are comfortable or uncomfortable.

• Change takes time, patience, and compassion, especially toward yourself.

As your psy ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapist
(LMFT, MA, PhD and PsyD)
Dr. Sonia
Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapist
(LMFT, MA, PhD and PsyD)

I am a mental health therapist, counselor and psychotherapist. At my core, I possess grandiose expertise in listening, absorbing and analyzing human problems without prejudice.

My academic background makes me capable of being less judgmental and a great confidant. My sense of humor often gives my clients a soothing sigh of relief irrespective of the burden at hand.

As an individual who has experienced life from all angles right from a tender age, I am in a better position to counsel and admonish individuals who battle with depression, a ...

Years in Practice
7 years
Free Initial Consultation
$50 USD
$75738 ARS $70 AUD $255 BRL $70 CAD ¥335 CNY €44 EUR ₹4789 INR $861 MXN $87 NZD £37 GBP ₴2238 UAH $50 USD
 11 Lekki Gardens Phase 2 Road,
Eti-Osa,
Lekki, 106104,
Lagos, Nigeria
11 Lekki Gardens Phase 2 Road, Eti-Osa, Lekki, 106104, Lagos, Nigeria
Online
In-person

I am a mental health therapist, counselor and psychotherapist. At my core, I possess grandiose expertise in listening, absorbing and analyzing human problems without prejudice.

My academic background makes me capable of being less judgmental and a great confidant. My sense of humor often gives my clients a soothing sigh of relief irrespective of the burden at hand.

As an individual who has experienced life from all angles right from a tender age, I am in a better position to counsel and admonish individuals who battle with depression, a ...

Years in Practice
7 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Therapist
Alena
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Psychologist and Therapist

My name is Alena Sobolevskaya, and I am a psychologist. I work online and in-person in Warsaw.

I work with:

Impulsivity

Borderline and Narcissistic personality

Childhood and adult trauma and their impact on the present

Attachment issues

Depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts

Concentration difficulties, ADHD

Social anxiety, communication challenges, avoidant personality disorder

Emotional dependency

Main approaches I use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy. I trained at the International Society of Schema Therapy ...

Years in Practice
8 years
€70 - €75 EUR
$121581 - $130266 ARS $113 - $121 AUD $410 - $439 BRL $113 - $121 CAD ¥537 - ¥576 CNY €70 - €75 EUR ₹7688 - ₹8237 INR $1383 - $1482 MXN $140 - $150 NZD £60 - £64 GBP ₴3593 - ₴3849 UAH $80 - $86 USD
 Wola,
Warsaw, 03,
Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
Wola, Warsaw, 03, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
Online
In-person

My name is Alena Sobolevskaya, and I am a psychologist. I work online and in-person in Warsaw.

I work with:

Impulsivity

Borderline and Narcissistic personality

Childhood and adult trauma and their impact on the present

Attachment issues

Depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts

Concentration difficulties, ADHD

Social anxiety, communication challenges, avoidant personality disorder

Emotional dependency

Main approaches I use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy. I trained at the International Society of Schema Therapy ...

Years in Practice
8 years
Art Therapist, Psychiatrist, Psychologist and Therapist
(ABPP)
Milica
Art Therapist, Psychiatrist, Psychologist and Therapist
(ABPP)

Since I was young I was focused only on learning as much as I can about human brain, including helping friends and family before officially studying for it.

My whole life is dedicated to helping and understanding others.

Hopefully my kind and understanding approach will make you feel seen and understood.

Years in Practice
13 years
Free Initial Consultation
$20 - $100 USD
$30295 - $151475 ARS $28 - $140 AUD $102 - $511 BRL $28 - $140 CAD ¥134 - ¥670 CNY €17 - €87 EUR ₹1916 - ₹9579 INR $345 - $1723 MXN $35 - $175 NZD £15 - £75 GBP ₴895 - ₴4476 UAH $20 - $100 USD
 7 "7. Juli",
Popović, 18410,
Popović, Serbia
7 "7. Juli", Popović, 18410, Popović, Serbia
Online

Since I was young I was focused only on learning as much as I can about human brain, including helping friends and family before officially studying for it.

My whole life is dedicated to helping and understanding others.

Hopefully my kind and understanding approach will make you feel seen and understood.

Years in Practice
13 years
Free Initial Consultation
Art Therapist and Life Coach
AMNA
Art Therapist and Life Coach

In my coaching practice, I specialize in guiding clients in discovering their life purpose and aligning their goals with their core values to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My approach is centred on empowering women to cultivate resilience, confidence, and passion as they navigate life's obstacles.

By focusing on personal growth and self-discovery, I help clients uncover their true potential and ignite the passion within them. Together, we work on setting and achieving goals that resonate with their values, leading to a deeper s ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
£100 GBP
$202525 ARS $188 AUD $683 BRL $188 CAD ¥895 CNY €117 EUR ₹12807 INR $2303 MXN $234 NZD £100 GBP ₴5984 UAH $134 USD
 55 St.Georges Crescent,
Slough, SL1 5PF,
England, United Kingdom
55 St.Georges Crescent, Slough, SL1 5PF, England, United Kingdom
Online
In-person

In my coaching practice, I specialize in guiding clients in discovering their life purpose and aligning their goals with their core values to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My approach is centred on empowering women to cultivate resilience, confidence, and passion as they navigate life's obstacles.

By focusing on personal growth and self-discovery, I help clients uncover their true potential and ignite the passion within them. Together, we work on setting and achieving goals that resonate with their values, leading to a deeper s ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
Pre-Licensed Professional and Registered Psychotherapist
(MA)
Jorge
Pre-Licensed Professional and Registered Psychotherapist
(MA)

You’ve been holding it together for so long that others barely notice you’re struggling, but inside, you feel tired, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you’ve been masking Autism, ADHD, living with grief, questioning your identity, or trying to meet expectations that were never really yours. You want to feel more like you: calmer, clearer, more grounded, but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy with me is a space to pause, be fully seen without judgment, and gently reconnect with who you are underneath the overwhelm. You’re not al ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
$130 CAD
$140341 ARS $130 AUD $473 BRL $130 CAD ¥620 CNY €81 EUR ₹8875 INR $1596 MXN $162 NZD £69 GBP ₴4147 UAH $93 USD
 2345 Yonge Street,
Old Toronto,
Toronto, M4P 3E0,
Ontario, Canada
2345 Yonge Street, Old Toronto, Toronto, M4P 3E0, Ontario, Canada
Online

You’ve been holding it together for so long that others barely notice you’re struggling, but inside, you feel tired, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you’ve been masking Autism, ADHD, living with grief, questioning your identity, or trying to meet expectations that were never really yours. You want to feel more like you: calmer, clearer, more grounded, but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy with me is a space to pause, be fully seen without judgment, and gently reconnect with who you are underneath the overwhelm. You’re not al ...

Years in Practice
Free Initial Consultation
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist and Therapist
(MA)
Sally
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist and Therapist
(MA)

I am a Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate (RCT-C) in Nova Scotia, with over 20 years of experience working within the mental health and human services fields. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship concerns, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, and personal growth.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, practical, and client-centred. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialec ...

Years in Practice
4 years
$120 - $170 CAD
$129546 - $183523 ARS $120 - $170 AUD $437 - $619 BRL $120 - $170 CAD ¥573 - ¥811 CNY €75 - €106 EUR ₹8192 - ₹11605 INR $1473 - $2087 MXN $150 - $212 NZD £64 - £91 GBP ₴3828 - ₴5423 UAH $86 - $121 USD
 Kentville, B4N 4Y6,
Nova Scotia, Canada
Kentville, B4N 4Y6, Nova Scotia, Canada
Online

I am a Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate (RCT-C) in Nova Scotia, with over 20 years of experience working within the mental health and human services fields. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship concerns, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, and personal growth.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, practical, and client-centred. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialec ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MSc)
Mariia
Psychologist and Psychotherapist
(MSc)

I am a psychologist and Gestalt therapist with a Master’s degree in Psychology.

I have also completed additional specialized programs in the dialogical model of Gestalt therapy, approach to group work, and body-oriented therapy. I continue my professional development and am currently in advanced training focused on supervision in therapy.

In my work, I focus on creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and relationships. I work with adults who are going through difficult life periods, exper ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
$50 USD
$75738 ARS $70 AUD $255 BRL $70 CAD ¥335 CNY €44 EUR ₹4789 INR $861 MXN $87 NZD £37 GBP ₴2238 UAH $50 USD
 76/78 aleja Grunwaldzka,
Gdańsk, 80-244,
Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
76/78 aleja Grunwaldzka, Gdańsk, 80-244, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Online
In-person

I am a psychologist and Gestalt therapist with a Master’s degree in Psychology.

I have also completed additional specialized programs in the dialogical model of Gestalt therapy, approach to group work, and body-oriented therapy. I continue my professional development and am currently in advanced training focused on supervision in therapy.

In my work, I focus on creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and relationships. I work with adults who are going through difficult life periods, exper ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
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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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