Karina Babkovska

Psychologist, Gestalt Therapist and Psychological Consultant

Self-knowledge and Self-improvement

About me

Iʼm Karina - psychologist, Gestalt therapist, psychological consultant and coach.

My goal is to help people achieve personal growth, harmony, and to unlock their natural potential through an individual approach and modern methods of psychotherapy and coaching.

I work with each client individually, taking into account their unique needs and circumstances. I use gestalt therapy to create a safe and supportive space where you can open up and find solutions to your problems. My mission is to help you find harmony, inner balance, and self-confidence.

I use Gestalt therapy as the main method of work

Certified Gestalt therapist at NAGT

Member of the Association of Psychotherapists of Ukraine

4 years of practice and 6 years of personal psychotherapy

I work under supervision and in collaboration with psychiatrists

I have three specializations in gestalt therapy: clinical approach in gestalt, sexology, and working with psychological trauma

What I Work With

I can provide support to people who:

Seek professional help in solving psychological problems and want to develop self-confidence.
Strive to create stable inner supports and deal with difficulties in communication with others or a partner.
Are uncertain about their ability to control and express their emotions and want to better understand their emotional reactions.
Do not know what they truly want and need help in defining their goals and desires.
Want to improve the quality of their life and relationships, particularly in the sexual sphere, and aim to enhance their intimate life.
Need professional diagnosis and the development of an individual therapy plan to achieve their goals.

I can help with such requests as:

Diagnosis of psychological conditions and disorders
Development of individual treatment plans
Psychological support for chronic illnesses
Stress and anxiety management
Support for depression and other affective disorders

I can be useful for people who have experienced:

Physical or emotional abuse
Loss of a loved one
Car accidents and other traumatic incidents
Military actions and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Any traumatic events that have left a mark on their psyche
Developmental trauma that hindered the realization of internal potential

I will be helpful to those who approach with such requests:

Problems in sexual relationships
Lack or decrease in libido
Sexual function disorders (erectile dysfunction, anorgasmia, etc.)
Sexual education and counseling

How We Will Work:

1. First Meeting (Introduction):

Self-introduction: At the first meeting, you will be able to tell about yourself, your life story, and what bothers you. This will help me understand you better.
Therapy goals: We will discuss what you expect from therapy and define the goals you want to achieve.
Therapy process: I will explain how our work will proceed, how long the sessions might last, and we will decide together on the frequency of our meetings.

2. Deeper Work:

Exploring problems: We will discuss your concerns in detail, which may include conversations about your past, emotions, thoughts, and relationships with others.
Learning new skills: I will help you learn to cope with stress, resolve conflicts, and manage your emotions.
Working with thoughts: We will analyze negative or inaccurate beliefs that may affect your mood and behavior and look for ways to change them.

3. Ending Therapy:

Summing up: We will assess the changes you have achieved and how you feel.
Future plans: We will discuss how to maintain the achieved results after therapy ends.

As a psychological coach and Gestalt psychotherapist, I can be helpful for people who:

Seek deeper self-understanding:

I help individuals better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, and find connections between the past and present to change their outlook on life.

Want to develop emotional resilience:

I support the strengthening of the ability to cope with life’s challenges and effectively regulate emotions.

Desire to improve relationships with loved ones:

I facilitate the development of healthy communication, the establishment of boundaries, and the expression of personal needs in interactions with others.

Need to boost self-esteem:

I assist individuals in accepting themselves as they are and overcoming negative self-criticism.

Are looking for the ability to make positive changes:

I support the process of gaining control over life and overcoming the fear of change, viewing it as an opportunity for growth.

Suffer from anxiety and stress:

I teach methods to reduce anxiety and stress levels to improve the quality of life.

Changes in Your Life After Completing Psychotherapy:

Emotional Health:

You feel more emotionally balanced and at peace.
Your stress and anxiety levels decrease because you are no longer involved in destructive behavior patterns.

Personal Development:

You focus on your own development, take care of your needs, and strive for self-realization.
You are open to new opportunities and not afraid of change.

Improved Health:

Healthy relationships and emotional balance contribute to better physical health.
You can spend more time and energy on activities that bring satisfaction and benefit to your health.

Life Satisfaction:

You experience more satisfaction from life as it is no longer burdened with constant conflicts and stress.
You find joy in simple things and can enjoy the moments.

Effectiveness in Various Areas:

Professional and social connections improve as you can effectively interact with others, set clear goals, and achieve them.
You become more productive and creative.

Responsibility and Autonomy:

You take responsibility for your actions and decisions, not shifting it to others.
Others also feel their responsibility, which promotes healthier interaction.

Clear Boundaries:

You establish and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships, helping to avoid abuse and manipulation.
This allows everyone to respect each other’s personal space and needs.

Mutual Support:

Relationships become more balanced: you are ready to support others without excessive self-sacrifice or control.
Others also support you, fostering mutual trust and compassion.

Honesty and Openness:

Communication becomes more open and honest, reducing the likelihood of misunderstandings and conflicts.
You speak about your needs and feelings directly, without fear of being vulnerable.

How We Work:

You leave a comment with the most convenient way to contact you.

I will contact you, and we will agree on the first online meeting, choosing a method that is convenient for you. This can be any video call manager.

You need to ensure a comfortable place where no one will disturb or distract you. You should feel free.

At the agreed time, you will call me.

During the first meeting, you briefly discuss your problem, and we will select a personal counseling or psychotherapy option for you, discussing all the details.

The consultation lasts 60 minutes, after which you pay for it. The cost is 50€/hour.

Consultations can be conducted in Ukrainian, Russian, or English.

We maintain contact in the agreed manager, where you can always reach me regarding meeting arrangements if necessary.