Katerina Smolenskaya, Psychologist

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I help people feel at ease within themselves and breathe freely; to find a way forward, inner support, and meaning - and to allow themselves to LIVE their own life. My work is based on the integration of various psychotherapeutic methods and a broad range of humanities. My theoretical foundation is rooted in the psychoanalytic tradition, combined with a creative and holistic perspective on each client’s situation. I work in an integrative approach, drawing on different modalities, including psychoanalytic and existential therapy, art therapy, projective cards (MAC), Gestalt therapy, body-oriented psychotherapy, systemic family therapy, psychodrama, narrative practice, play-based methods, and others. I also incorporate insights from fields such as ethnography, folklore studies, art, culture, and philosophy. 🔆 How I see the goal of my work I aim to help a person feel good within themselves. For me, this is the foundation upon which anything else can be built. I have always been interested in exploring how people live their everyday lives: what brings them joy, what causes pain, and how they cope. Psychology is my primary field, but insights from other disciplines enrich the process. Just as different shades enhance a painting, integrating multiple perspectives in therapy fosters deeper self-interest, self-respect, and self-understanding. One “mirror” helps you see yourself clearly; several “mirrors” allow you to see yourself from different angles. 🔆 How I see the therapeutic process Together with the client, I explore their inner world and help identify inner conflicts that may prevent them from living in harmony with their desires and needs (including how to recognize those needs in the first place). We look for ways to change external circumstances where possible, explore available resources, and find the best way to relate to what cannot be changed. I pay attention to and explore bodily symptoms, while not adhering to the idea that “all illnesses come from the mind.” It is important for me to work with sensitivity and respect, relying on clear agreements and ongoing feedback. I create a space for the client’s own reflection and choices. I believe one of the goals of psychotherapy is for the client to learn to follow their own path and become the most authoritative expert on themselves. I do not provide ready-made “life instructions”; instead, I invite the client to co-create an approach that fits them personally. ✅ Main areas I work with: * Understanding one’s desires and achieving inner harmony * Meaning and fulfillment in life * Choice and decision-making * Relationships (family and others) * Loneliness * Panic attacks, anxiety, apathy, depressive states ✅ I work with couples, including LGBTQ+ friendly ✅ Different formats are available depending on the client’s goals ✅ I follow a professional code of ethics and receive supervision (with client consent) ❌ I do not work with minors, severe addictions and hard psychiatric disorders 🔆 Formats: Online and in-person sessions in Buenos Aires

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- Works with: Adults, Couples Therapy - Areas of focus: Anxiety, Caregiver Stress, Codependency, Contact for Information, Cultural Identity, Depression, Emotional Disturbance, Existential Therapy, Expatriate, Family Conflict, Fears/Phobias, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Shame, Spirituality - Languages: English, Russian, Spanish - Accepts insurance: no

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