INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY in English

Individual psychotherapy is a form of in-depth psychological work aimed at better understanding the roots of current difficulties and bringing about lasting changes in the way a person experiences, thinks, and navigates life. It can support people in addressing a range of personal and everyday difficulties, including relationship challenges, emotion and behaviour management issues, or the impact of past hardships. Unlike psychological counselling, the therapeutic process focuses on deeper psychological mechanisms – such as ingrained beliefs, core schemas, and patterns of response – working to gradually transform them within a safe therapeutic relationship. Depending on individual needs, therapy may also incorporate elements of psychoeducation or skill development. The outcome of this work often goes beyond resolving current difficulties or easing distressing symptoms; it fosters greater self-awareness and flexibility, leading to healthier relationships both with oneself and others.

Psychotherapy is process-oriented and extends beyond the time spent in the consulting room, which is why regularity, continuity, and commitment form its foundation. Deep change takes time, a steady rhythm, and a safe structure – sessions usually take place once a week at an agreed time. Whatever is noticed, named, and explored during a session can become a springboard for further observation and reflection, or an opportunity to experiment with new ways of responding. At the start, clear guidelines for working together are established. Progress in psychotherapy does not have to be linear – periods of improvement may sometimes be accompanied by heightened difficulties, moments of doubt, or a return to earlier patterns of coping. These are a natural part of the process of change and serve as valuable material to work through during sessions.

Psychotherapy is suitable for both people who have been diagnosed with, or suspect they may have, specific mental health disorders (such as anxiety, emotional or psychosomatic issues, as well as more complex personality patterns), and for those who notice the impact of adverse experiences or ingrained patterns on their current functioning. It can be particularly helpful when deeply rooted emotions, beliefs, or ways of responding interfere with daily life or cause significant distress.