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Counselors, Therapists Specializing in Existential

Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Pre-Licensed Profession... Show more
(MSc)
Katarina
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Pre-Licensed Profession... Show more
(MSc)

I am a psychologist with a master’s degree in organizational psychology and over four years of experience in counseling, psychological assessment, and human resources. I am currently undergoing advanced training in integrative psychotherapy, with additional education in existential counseling and psychometric assessment. My therapeutic approach is integrative and client-centered, combining evidence-based techniques with a strong emphasis on empathy, communication, and personal development. I have supported individuals in areas such as career pl ...

Years in Practice
€30 - €60 EUR
$48674 - $97348 ARS $49 - $98 AUD $174 - $348 BRL $48 - $96 CAD ¥237 - ¥474 CNY €30 - €60 EUR ₹3368 - ₹6737 INR $604 - $1208 MXN $60 - $119 NZD £26 - £52 GBP ₴1540 - ₴3080 UAH $35 - $70 USD
 Belgrade, 11000,
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
Online

I am a psychologist with a master’s degree in organizational psychology and over four years of experience in counseling, psychological assessment, and human resources. I am currently undergoing advanced training in integrative psychotherapy, with additional education in existential counseling and psychometric assessment. My therapeutic approach is integrative and client-centered, combining evidence-based techniques with a strong emphasis on empathy, communication, and personal development. I have supported individuals in areas such as career pl ...

Years in Practice
Life Coach and Registered Psychotherapist
Nadinne
Life Coach and Registered Psychotherapist

Hi, I am Nadinne, an experienced psychotherapist, founder of a trauma therapy centre, PhD researcher with expertise in trauma supporting clients to feel regulated and connected to live life fully.

Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression, anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement, or experiencing a loss of meaning in your life. You know changes need to be made and seeking a ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
£50 - £70 GBP
$93584 - $131017 ARS $94 - $132 AUD $335 - $469 BRL $92 - $129 CAD ¥456 - ¥639 CNY €58 - €81 EUR ₹6476 - ₹9067 INR $1161 - $1625 MXN $115 - $161 NZD £50 - £70 GBP ₴2961 - ₴4145 UAH $67 - $94 USD
 51 Broad Street,
Bristol, BS1 2EP,
England, United Kingdom
51 Broad Street, Bristol, BS1 2EP, England, United Kingdom
Online

Hi, I am Nadinne, an experienced psychotherapist, founder of a trauma therapy centre, PhD researcher with expertise in trauma supporting clients to feel regulated and connected to live life fully.

Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression, anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement, or experiencing a loss of meaning in your life. You know changes need to be made and seeking a ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapist
Юлия
Counselor, Psychologist and Psychotherapist

I help people to cope with some difficulties in their lives and to learn how to do it without anybody's help - independently.

 

I have a Master's Degree in Psychology. I have finished 3 stages in Emotions and Images Therapy as well as Working with Inner Child. I have a certificate in Art Therapy.

I am finishing 2nd stage in Gestalt Therapy. My specialisations are Working with Co-dependency, Working with groups and Working with Feelings. I am studying Emotionally-Focused Therapy for working with couples.

Years in Practice
5 years
$25 - $50 USD
$34900 - $69800 ARS $35 - $70 AUD $125 - $250 BRL $34 - $69 CAD ¥170 - ¥340 CNY €22 - €43 EUR ₹2415 - ₹4830 INR $433 - $866 MXN $43 - $86 NZD £19 - £37 GBP ₴1104 - ₴2208 UAH $25 - $50 USD
 61072,
Ukraine
61072, Ukraine
Online
In-person

I help people to cope with some difficulties in their lives and to learn how to do it without anybody's help - independently.

 

I have a Master's Degree in Psychology. I have finished 3 stages in Emotions and Images Therapy as well as Working with Inner Child. I have a certificate in Art Therapy.

I am finishing 2nd stage in Gestalt Therapy. My specialisations are Working with Co-dependency, Working with groups and Working with Feelings. I am studying Emotionally-Focused Therapy for working with couples.

Years in Practice
5 years
Counseling Psychologist, Hypnotherapist, Psychologist and Therap... Show more
(CHT, MA, MBA and PhD)
Dr. Sachitra
Counseling Psychologist, Hypnotherapist, Psychologist and Therap... Show more
(CHT, MA, MBA and PhD)

Dr. Sachitra Chakravorty is a distinguished counseling psychologist with over 16 years of experience in the field of mental health and well-being. A versatile professional, he is also a certified hypnotherapist, CBT expert, and gratitude therapist.

Throughout a remarkable career, Dr. Sachitra Chakravorty has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve emotional balance, personal growth, and self-improvement. This extensive experience is complemented by life memberships in several prestigious psychological associations, reflecting a deep c ...

Years in Practice
20 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
₹2500 - ₹4000 INR
$36126 - $57801 ARS $36 - $58 AUD $129 - $207 BRL $36 - $57 CAD ¥176 - ¥282 CNY €22 - €36 EUR ₹2500 - ₹4000 INR $448 - $717 MXN $44 - $71 NZD £19 - £31 GBP ₴1143 - ₴1829 UAH $26 - $41 USD
 T-3/408, Godrej Green Vistas Mahalunge,
Pune,
Pune, 411045,
Maharashtra, India
T-3/408, Godrej Green Vistas Mahalunge, Pune, Pune, 411045, Maharashtra, India
Online

Dr. Sachitra Chakravorty is a distinguished counseling psychologist with over 16 years of experience in the field of mental health and well-being. A versatile professional, he is also a certified hypnotherapist, CBT expert, and gratitude therapist.

Throughout a remarkable career, Dr. Sachitra Chakravorty has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve emotional balance, personal growth, and self-improvement. This extensive experience is complemented by life memberships in several prestigious psychological associations, reflecting a deep c ...

Years in Practice
20 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Coun... Show more
(MA)
Shreya
Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Coun... Show more
(MA)

With over three years of dedicated practice, I am a compassionate and committed psychologist who has had the privilege of helping numerous individuals navigate emotional, mental, and behavioral challenges. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology and have further enriched my expertise through a range of professional workshops and hands-on internships.

My approach is empathetic, client-centered, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts a ...

Years in Practice
4 years
₹2500 - ₹4500 INR
$36126 - $65026 ARS $36 - $65 AUD $129 - $233 BRL $36 - $64 CAD ¥176 - ¥317 CNY €22 - €40 EUR ₹2500 - ₹4500 INR $448 - $807 MXN $44 - $80 NZD £19 - £35 GBP ₴1143 - ₴2057 UAH $26 - $47 USD
 Jalandhar, 144001,
Punjab, India
Jalandhar, 144001, Punjab, India
Online

With over three years of dedicated practice, I am a compassionate and committed psychologist who has had the privilege of helping numerous individuals navigate emotional, mental, and behavioral challenges. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology and have further enriched my expertise through a range of professional workshops and hands-on internships.

My approach is empathetic, client-centered, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts a ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Counseling Psychologist
(MSc)
Karishma
Counseling Psychologist
(MSc)

Counseling Psychologist

(M.Sc. Clinical Psychology | Certified Career Counselor)

With 1 Year of experience, I support individuals in navigating emotional, personal, and relational challenges with a compassionate and practical approach.

Areas of Expertise:

• Anxiety & Overthinking

• Depression & Low Mood

• Stress & Anger Management

• Career Guidance & Clarity

• Trauma & PTSD

• Behavioural Concerns

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Fear & Emotional Regulation

• Couple & Marriage Counseling

• Teen & Adolescent Counseling

• Ps ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
₹500 - ₹1500 INR
$7225 - $21675 ARS $7 - $22 AUD $26 - $78 BRL $7 - $21 CAD ¥35 - ¥106 CNY €4 - €13 EUR ₹500 - ₹1500 INR $90 - $269 MXN $9 - $27 NZD £4 - £12 GBP ₴229 - ₴686 UAH $5 - $16 USD
 Jodhpur, 342008,
Rajasthan, India
Jodhpur, 342008, Rajasthan, India
Online

Counseling Psychologist

(M.Sc. Clinical Psychology | Certified Career Counselor)

With 1 Year of experience, I support individuals in navigating emotional, personal, and relational challenges with a compassionate and practical approach.

Areas of Expertise:

• Anxiety & Overthinking

• Depression & Low Mood

• Stress & Anger Management

• Career Guidance & Clarity

• Trauma & PTSD

• Behavioural Concerns

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Fear & Emotional Regulation

• Couple & Marriage Counseling

• Teen & Adolescent Counseling

• Ps ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Hypnotherap... Show more
(CHT and MA)
Annie
Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Hypnotherap... Show more
(CHT and MA)

I am Annie Pattichi, a Transformational Life Coach with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Indianapolis University. I am also a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and a certified EFT and NLP Master Practitioner. I specialise in helping individuals in overcoming personal and emotional obstacles, whether these originate from the past, the present, or concerns about the future.

I am deeply passionate about empowering people—especially women—to discover their authentic path in life. Through mindset transformation and self-awareness, I he ...

Years in Practice
28 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
€80 EUR
$129797 ARS $131 AUD $464 BRL $128 CAD ¥633 CNY €80 EUR ₹8982 INR $1610 MXN $159 NZD £69 GBP ₴4106 UAH $93 USD
 22 Stylianou Lena, Suit 301,
Strovolos,
Nicosia, 2019,
Nicosia, Cyprus
22 Stylianou Lena, Suit 301, Strovolos, Nicosia, 2019, Nicosia, Cyprus
Online

I am Annie Pattichi, a Transformational Life Coach with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Indianapolis University. I am also a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and a certified EFT and NLP Master Practitioner. I specialise in helping individuals in overcoming personal and emotional obstacles, whether these originate from the past, the present, or concerns about the future.

I am deeply passionate about empowering people—especially women—to discover their authentic path in life. Through mindset transformation and self-awareness, I he ...

Years in Practice
28 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist and Thera... Show more
Maddison
Counselor, Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist and Thera... Show more

I'm a qualified pluralistic integrative counsellor, with a personal and professional understanding of and special interest in Neurodivergence. I have lived experience of neurodivergence and chronic illness, being late diagnosed as Autistic, having ADHD and a rare autoimmune condition at 23, and am a strong supporter of the Neurodiversity paradigm.

I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental and flexible approach to working with clients, providing you with a supportive and safe space to explore, process and work through your unique challenges.

...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
£50 GBP
$93584 ARS $94 AUD $335 BRL $92 CAD ¥456 CNY €58 EUR ₹6476 INR $1161 MXN $115 NZD £50 GBP ₴2961 UAH $67 USD
 Cardiff, CF24,
Wales, United Kingdom
Cardiff, CF24, Wales, United Kingdom
Online
In-person

I'm a qualified pluralistic integrative counsellor, with a personal and professional understanding of and special interest in Neurodivergence. I have lived experience of neurodivergence and chronic illness, being late diagnosed as Autistic, having ADHD and a rare autoimmune condition at 23, and am a strong supporter of the Neurodiversity paradigm.

I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental and flexible approach to working with clients, providing you with a supportive and safe space to explore, process and work through your unique challenges.

...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counseling Psychologist
(MA)
Lunga
Counseling Psychologist
(MA)

I am a registered psychologist with nearly a decade of experience supporting adults and couples through a wide range of psychological and emotional challenges in public sector and private sector mental health.

I specialise in working with individuals who may appear high-functioning on the outside but experience internal struggles such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or unresolved trauma.

My approach is integrative and evidence-based, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Attachment Styles, Systems Theory and ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
$80 - $150 USD
$111681 - $209401 ARS $112 - $211 AUD $399 - $749 BRL $110 - $206 CAD ¥544 - ¥1021 CNY €69 - €129 EUR ₹7729 - ₹14491 INR $1386 - $2598 MXN $137 - $257 NZD £60 - £112 GBP ₴3533 - ₴6625 UAH $80 - $150 USD
 3 Jalan Seri,
Tanjung Tokong,
Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470,
Pinang, Malaysia
3 Jalan Seri, Tanjung Tokong, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470, Pinang, Malaysia
Online

I am a registered psychologist with nearly a decade of experience supporting adults and couples through a wide range of psychological and emotional challenges in public sector and private sector mental health.

I specialise in working with individuals who may appear high-functioning on the outside but experience internal struggles such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or unresolved trauma.

My approach is integrative and evidence-based, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Attachment Styles, Systems Theory and ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Life Coach and Psychologist
Виктор
Life Coach and Psychologist

- Personal Development

- Psychology of Relationships in a Team

- Existential Crisis, Motivation, Willpower

- Love and Relationships

- Crisis and Stress, Overcoming Difficult Situations

- Catharsis, "Confession," Self-Discovery, Self-Determination

- Purpose and Business, How to Find Yourself in Life

- Dream Analysis, Working with Phobias and Manias

- Unleashing Creative Potential, Self-Actualization

- Personal Growth

Years in Practice
10 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
€40 - €100 EUR
$64899 - $162246 ARS $65 - $163 AUD $232 - $580 BRL $64 - $160 CAD ¥316 - ¥791 CNY €40 - €100 EUR ₹4491 - ₹11228 INR $805 - $2013 MXN $80 - $199 NZD £35 - £87 GBP ₴2053 - ₴5133 UAH $46 - $116 USD
 Kyiv, 01001,
Kyiv city, Ukraine
Kyiv, 01001, Kyiv city, Ukraine
Online

- Personal Development

- Psychology of Relationships in a Team

- Existential Crisis, Motivation, Willpower

- Love and Relationships

- Crisis and Stress, Overcoming Difficult Situations

- Catharsis, "Confession," Self-Discovery, Self-Determination

- Purpose and Business, How to Find Yourself in Life

- Dream Analysis, Working with Phobias and Manias

- Unleashing Creative Potential, Self-Actualization

- Personal Growth

Years in Practice
10 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Life Coach and Psychologist
(EdM and MA)
Maral
Counseling Psychologist, Counselor, Life Coach and Psychologist
(EdM and MA)

I am a qualified and experienced Counsellor and Psychologist. In sessions, I take a more holistic approach to healing, with over ten years experience working with adults and adolescents for all mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger etc... My therapy approach is person-centred, using a variety of modalities, including more alternative ones. I like to think I provide a warm and safe space in sessions, based on just listening to the client, and bringing in a non-judgemental approach. In my work, I help people navigat ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
£85 GBP
$159093 ARS $160 AUD $569 BRL $157 CAD ¥775 CNY €98 EUR ₹11010 INR $1974 MXN $195 NZD £85 GBP ₴5033 UAH $114 USD
 7 Cumberland Road,
W3 6EX,
England, United Kingdom
7 Cumberland Road, W3 6EX, England, United Kingdom
Online

I am a qualified and experienced Counsellor and Psychologist. In sessions, I take a more holistic approach to healing, with over ten years experience working with adults and adolescents for all mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger etc... My therapy approach is person-centred, using a variety of modalities, including more alternative ones. I like to think I provide a warm and safe space in sessions, based on just listening to the client, and bringing in a non-judgemental approach. In my work, I help people navigat ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Free Initial Consultation
Psychologist and Therapist
(PsyD)
Dr Charlie
Psychologist and Therapist
(PsyD)

I am compassionate and human therapist interested in weaving mind body and spirit based approaches to tailor empowering solutions to the challenges of everyday life. I have worked for over 20 years in trauma healing with specialist areas in body and parts focussed approaches and dissociation.

Years in Practice
23 years
Free Initial Consultation
$110 - $190 USD
$153561 - $265241 ARS $155 - $267 AUD $549 - $949 BRL $151 - $261 CAD ¥748 - ¥1293 CNY €95 - €163 EUR ₹10627 - ₹18356 INR $1905 - $3291 MXN $188 - $325 NZD £82 - £142 GBP ₴4858 - ₴8391 UAH $110 - $190 USD
 Ox15,
United Kingdom
Ox15, United Kingdom
Online

I am compassionate and human therapist interested in weaving mind body and spirit based approaches to tailor empowering solutions to the challenges of everyday life. I have worked for over 20 years in trauma healing with specialist areas in body and parts focussed approaches and dissociation.

Years in Practice
23 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counseling Psychologist, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Life Coa... Show more
(CCTP, MA and PsyD)
Doreen
Counseling Psychologist, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Life Coa... Show more
(CCTP, MA and PsyD)

Hello. I am counselling psychologist with experiences of working across diverse settings such as hospitals and schools to provide guidance and compassionate support to clients. My goals are realistic and objective to help clients have insight of their issues and positive coping mechanisms to promote psychological, biological and social health. I help clients solve psychological issues and grow their level of consciousness to become better people. I provide remote counselling through voice call and video call which is accessible and convenient d ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
$10 - $50 USD
$13960 - $69800 ARS $14 - $70 AUD $50 - $250 BRL $14 - $69 CAD ¥68 - ¥340 CNY €9 - €43 EUR ₹966 - ₹4830 INR $173 - $866 MXN $17 - $86 NZD £7 - £37 GBP ₴442 - ₴2208 UAH $10 - $50 USD
 Kenyatta Avenue,
Nairobi, 60402,
Nairobi County, Kenya
Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi, 60402, Nairobi County, Kenya
Online
In-person

Hello. I am counselling psychologist with experiences of working across diverse settings such as hospitals and schools to provide guidance and compassionate support to clients. My goals are realistic and objective to help clients have insight of their issues and positive coping mechanisms to promote psychological, biological and social health. I help clients solve psychological issues and grow their level of consciousness to become better people. I provide remote counselling through voice call and video call which is accessible and convenient d ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
Psychotherapist
(LCSW and MSW)
Lala
Psychotherapist
(LCSW and MSW)

I use insight-oriented approach by blending various treatment techniques to provide you with sessions tailored to your individual situation. This approach has shown to be effective in relieving symptoms, allowing my clients to thrive and overcome challenges.

I've been working with clients for over 25 years and I love what I do! To me nothing is more fascinating than a person's story. I believe in the power of individual because from this place of "I" we can change our life and effect the world in a positive way!

Years in Practice
25 years
Free Initial Consultation
$175 - $250 USD
$244301 - $349002 ARS $246 - $351 AUD $874 - $1248 BRL $241 - $344 CAD ¥1191 - ¥1701 CNY €151 - €215 EUR ₹16906 - ₹24152 INR $3031 - $4330 MXN $299 - $428 NZD £131 - £186 GBP ₴7729 - ₴11041 UAH $175 - $250 USD
 Oxnard, 93036,
California, United States
Oxnard, 93036, California, United States
Online

I use insight-oriented approach by blending various treatment techniques to provide you with sessions tailored to your individual situation. This approach has shown to be effective in relieving symptoms, allowing my clients to thrive and overcome challenges.

I've been working with clients for over 25 years and I love what I do! To me nothing is more fascinating than a person's story. I believe in the power of individual because from this place of "I" we can change our life and effect the world in a positive way!

Years in Practice
25 years
Free Initial Consultation
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Counseling Psychologist and Re... Show more
(MSc and PsyD)
George Efraem
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Counseling Psychologist and Re... Show more
(MSc and PsyD)

Dr George Efraem Agathokleous is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist based in Limassol, Cyprus, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well as the Cyprus Registration Board for Psychologists

At Empathic Psychologist, we provide specialist psychological assessment and therapy for children and young people aged 2–18 and their families. We support a wide range of difficulties including anx ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Posts
Free Initial Consultation
€0 EUR
$0 ARS $0 AUD $0 BRL $0 CAD ¥0 CNY €0 EUR ₹0 INR $0 MXN $0 NZD £0 GBP ₴0 UAH $0 USD
 102A Gladstonos,
Lemesos, 3040,
Lemesos, Cyprus
102A Gladstonos, Lemesos, 3040, Lemesos, Cyprus
Online
In-person

Dr George Efraem Agathokleous is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist based in Limassol, Cyprus, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well as the Cyprus Registration Board for Psychologists

At Empathic Psychologist, we provide specialist psychological assessment and therapy for children and young people aged 2–18 and their families. We support a wide range of difficulties including anx ...

Years in Practice
12 years
Posts
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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It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session:

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