ABOUT ME
Natalia Kovalova
- A successful practicing cognitive-behavioral psychologist
- 2,000 hours of personal therapy with clients
- Trained by world leaders
- I am constantly improving my skills and mastering new techniques
- Researching the latest trends and newest approaches in my field
- Possess analytical, critical thinking and empathy skills
- I believe psychology is my specialty.
- Creating a safe space for self-love and self-care
- I help to find a way out of difficult life situations
- I help you build relationships with others
- Helping to build self-esteem and confidence
- No matter what happens, never give up! Develop your heart. No matter what happens around you, no matter what has happened to you - never give up! - Dalai Lama XIV
How can I help you?
In Cognitive Therapy work, I help clients identify and change negative thoughts and beliefs that contribute to their problems and stress. Together we explore these thoughts and find new, more adaptive ways of thinking.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - One of the few forms of psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in hundreds of clinical trials for a wide variety of disorders. CPT, unlike other forms of psychotherapy, is more structured, focusing not on past traumas but on current problems and solutions. It is a combination of cognitive therapy and behavioral therapy. In CPT, I help clients not only to sort out their thinking, but also to change their behavior in order to achieve their goals.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) - This is an approach in couples, family and individual therapy developed by Sue Johnson and Leslie Greenberg. It is based on the findings of attachment theory and aims to re-establish bonds between partners and other family members. It is a form of therapy that helps couples improve communication, strengthen emotional bonds and resolve conflicts.
Acceptance and Responsibility Therapy (ACT) -
One of the psychotherapeutic approaches based on the model of cognitive behavioral therapy. The main difference between ACT and other approaches is that the focus of work with the client is not on combating symptoms, but on creating a life that is in line with the person's values. The goal of Acceptance and Responsibility Therapy is to develop psychological flexibility: the ability to stay in touch with oneself in order to continue to do what is important, despite challenging
Schema Therapy - This is a well-structured, highly effective and dynamic method of psychotherapy. It was developed by the American psychotherapist Jeffrey Young. It is used to work with clients who have persistent negative patterns of thinking and behaviour that prevent them from living a full and happy life. With this type of therapy, we identify and change these negative patterns so that the client can achieve their goals and live a more satisfying life.
Mindfulness (mindfulness practices) - It is a form of meditation that helps clients live in the present moment without judicial evaluation or attachment to the past or future. Through mindfulness practices, we learn to be attentive to our thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - It is a form of CBT designed specifically to treat patients with emotional regulation problems such as personality disorders, suicidal tendencies, and self-harming behavior. DBT also teaches patients to manage stress, improve their ability to resolve conflict, and develop tolerance for unpleasant emotions
Why do clients choose me?
My skills
I have analytical, critical thinking, and empathic skills that allow me to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of my clients' emotional state.
I can help you look for and analyse sources of stress, teach effective emotion management strategies, and help you develop specific action plans to achieve personal and professional goals.
In addition, I am available to support clients through difficult moments, create a safe and supportive space to discuss their concerns, and help you find resources and inner strength to overcome challenges.
All of these skills and experiences allow me to be an effective psychologist and help people on their journey of self-discovery and self-development.
Multilingual: I speak Ukrainian, Russian and English.
Crisis Intervention: I have experience in providing psychological support/stabilization during crisis events.
Psychotherapeutic Techniques: I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic techniques to address a variety of mental health issues.
Cross-Cultural Competence: Ability to work effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds, promoting understanding and empathy.
Client-Centred Approach: Striving to provide individualized and compassionate care that addresses the unique needs of each person.
Continuous Learning: Striving for continuous professional development, with a strong academic background in psychology and economics.
I'm in supervised counseling
In order to improve the effectiveness of my work with clients, I undergo regular supervisions.
Meetings with a supervisor help me to see and analyze my work with clients, to make therapy more effective and in line with high European standards.
Supervision is a process in which I receive support and guidance from an experienced professional.
Learning from world leaders
I have been trained by world leaders.
I am also constantly upgrading my skills and learning new techniques.
I research the latest trends and newest approaches in my field to keep up to date with all the latest developments.
I strive for continuous improvement and expansion of my skills to help my clients as effectively as possible.
2004 - Odessa State University of Economics - Bachelor of Banking and Economics with honors
2005 - Odessa State University of Economics - Master's Degree in Economics Acknowledgement
2019 - I.I. Mechnikov Odessa National University - Master's Degree Psychology Honors
2018-2020 - Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (IAPP) Certificate of Completion of Training
2018-2020 - Ecopsychological Facilitation Training Certificate of Completion
2020-2022 - Fundamentals of cognitive-behavioral approach in psychotherapy, Belarusian State Pedagogical University M. Tank.
2021 - Advanced Course with Dr. Sue Johnson from the International Center of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy CEEFT Certificate
2023 - Workshop on Schema Therapy with Dr. Susan Simpson from Scotland
I propose to create such a safe space where everyone can express themselves, share their emotions and problems without fear of being judged or misunderstood. I welcome everyone who is looking for a way out of difficult situations and wants to improve their lives.
Together we can look for causes and solutions to the problems that haunt you, build relationships with loved ones and others, and increase your self-esteem and confidence.
I am available to listen to you, to be a sincere supportive contact, to help you make sense of your situation and find a way out. I will provide you with tools and strategies to help you change your life and perspective.
Together we will work to make you feel happier, more confident and ready to become the best version of yourself. You deserve love, care and happiness and I am ready to help you achieve that.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or need help. I will be happy to help you on your journey to wellbeing and self-development.
My true purpose is to help people and make their lives happier. I feel I see smiles on the faces of people who have managed to overcome difficulties and find inner harmony. I believe that my education in psychology and experience in the field of neurophysiology will help me to do this.
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What my clients are saying about me:
Natalia, thank you for our sessions! From the very first time I met you, I felt like I was in a soft blanket - so calm and pleasant to talk to you. You helped me to find calmness and learn to keep it, as well as to believe in myself and learn to focus on the present, for which I will always be grateful! I wish you every success and more satisfied clients! May everything work out in the best way in your life! ♥♥♥
Ksenia
Natalia hello, I wanted to leave a review of our work. Thank you for your help and support in difficult moments. Your techniques helped me to cope with anxiety and "grounding". Breathing, writing down and analyzing thoughts and emotions are also very helpful to this day. After a session with you, I always felt better and had faith that I could handle it. you also helped me work through my childhood traumas and incorporate my adult self. I now find it easier to say NO to things that displease or humiliate me. Your energy is very warm and thank you again for your help ♥
Olesya
I would like to thank you for the work you have done, but unfinished by me! It seemed to me that I was in a complete dead end and there was no way out, I observed apathy and frequent panic attacks. Natalia Mikhailovna, you taught me acceptance, self-care and most importantly to look panic in the eye. Thank you for your care, generosity and attention!
I want to express my gratitude! I'm so glad I found you!!!! I never thought I could deal with my cockroaches in my head!!! and now I realize how many stupid thoughts prevented me from living a normal life! I now I can calmly and them to manage, and not they me!!!! My life has changed dramatically, from minus to plus!!!! Thank you again and I am ready to continue to work further!!!!
Alena
Natalia, hello! You can't imagine how tax season is going for me this year! Everything is so calm and measured, without stress, anxiety and unnecessary double-checking of myself and doubts! I am confident in myself and my knowledge. And I was able to organize my work very intelligently, thanks to the fact that I am calm. it's something, I am now surprised myself every day and satisfied with myself! That's what it means to work with a good psychologist like you!!! And the only thing I regret is that I didn't go much sooner!!!! I would have already achieved a lot with such a clear mind as I have now!
Olesya
Hi Natalia, I kept doing those behavioral experiments you prescribed and was surprised to find out that I'm not afraid anymore!!! I didn't realize when it happened. I just went to the kitchen and started chatting with all the staff, it was fun and I even forgot that my French is far from perfect:))). It's a cool feeling
I had a difficult relationship with my mother-in-law, and when I found out that she was planning to visit us I started looking for a psychologist.I met Natalia when she was in the States, and when she left we continued to meet online.She helped me not to understand myself, taught me to observe what I feel and why, then it turned out that it was not even my mother-in-law, but a coincidence of circumstances at the time.Now we have a wonderful relationship with her. Natalia is a very excellent specialist in her field, she helped me to really understand myself. When she asked me to draw myself, I thought that it is easy and what is so in it. It turned out to be not so easy. I couldn't draw my mouth. Then when we worked through the steps, I could do it. Very good at what she does.
Maria
Thank you so much, Natalia, for our work together! I was very happy to find a CPT specialist with whom I could be "on the same page".It was very important for me to feel relaxed during the sessions, to know that I would be understood and listened to, to be given practical exercises and tasks that would work specifically with my problem.I am already using a lot of things and feel that they help me.Thank you very much Natalia, for helping me to do "cleaning" in my soul and head! I am very grateful to fate that I had the opportunity to work with you! I will gladly recommend you as a specialist to my friends.
Anna
I want to thank you Natalia, I am so happy with the results!!! Literally from the first sessions with you started good changes in my life and I accept them with great joy! In a few sessions I learned to track my feelings as well as the automatic thoughts that cause them, I realized how incredible it is!!!!I learned to see their causes and it helped me a lot!!!I'm no longer at their mercy, now I can control situations.I realized that feelings should be shown, not hidden, I have the right to be angry and feel negative emotions, I learned to immediately tell what I am not happy (how much it helped me, especially at work) I realized that when I realize and show my feelings, I indicate my boundaries and position, not hide it endlessly adjusting to the circumstances. I look forward to every new session with you!!!
I want to write to you that today when my principal called me, it was the first time I didn't experience fear that he was calling me because of some mistake!!!! I calmly picked up the phone and talked! That is a real relief! Thank you for your therapy!!!
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Practicing qualified cognitive behavioral psychologist.
I propose to create such a safe space where everyone can express themselves, share their emotions and problems, without fear of being judged or misunderstood. I welcome everyone who is looking for a way out of difficult situations and wants to improve their lives.
Together we can look for causes and solutions to the problems that haunt you, build relationships with loved ones and others, and increase your self-esteem and confidence.
Together we will work to make you feel happier, more confident and ready to become the best version of yourself. You deserve to be loved, cared for and happy, and I'm ready to help you achieve that.
Emotional instability ↩
Obsessive-compulsive disorder ↩
Generalized anxiety disorder ↩
Depression ↩
Low self-esteem ↩
Panic attacks ↩
Low stress tolerance ↩
Post-traumatic stress disorder ↩
Dysmorphophobic disorder ↩
Health Anxiety ↩
Phobia ↩
Social anxiety ↩
Experiencing loss, grieving ↩
Procrastination ↩
Relationship difficulties ↩
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ABOUT ME
I am a successful practicing cognitive behavioral psychologist.
I propose to create such a safe space where everyone can express themselves, share their emotions and problems, without fear of being judged or misunderstood. I welcome everyone who is looking for a way out of difficult situations and wants to improve their lives.
Together we can look for causes and solutions to the problems that haunt you, build relationships with loved ones and others, and increase your self-esteem and confidence.
Together we will work to make you feel happier, more confident and ready to become the best version of yourself. You deserve to be loved, cared for and happy, and I'm ready to help you achieve that.
QUICK LINKS
Emotional instability ↩
Obsessive-compulsive disorder ↩
Generalized anxiety disorder ↩
Depression ↩
Low self-esteem ↩
Panic attacks ↩
Low stress tolerance ↩
Post-traumatic stress disorder ↩
Dysmorphophobic disorder ↩
Health Anxiety ↩
Phobia ↩
Social anxiety ↩
Experiencing loss, grieving ↩
Procrastination ↩
Relationship difficulties ↩