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Psychological counselling

Psychological counselling is a voluntary collaboration between a client and a psychologist. The sessions address a client's difficulties in life through open conversation, various methods, techniques and other tools. The psychologist supports and encourages the client, helps him/her to see the causes of the difficulties and possible solutions.

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  • How do the psychological counselling sessions work?

    The client and the psychologist meet at a pre-arranged time (in person or remotely). One session lasts on average 45-55 minutes. During these sessions the client talks about the difficulties he/she wants to address. The psychologist listens, provides individual support (non-judgemental, non-advising, non-teaching), psychoeducation, offers to use methods, techniques, psychological tools, etc. if necessary. In this process, the psychologist helps the client to understand his/her needs and to make the necessary changes in everyday life - in thinking, emotions, behaviour, etc.

  • How many psychological counselling sessions are needed?

    The number of sessions depends on the client's problem. If the client wants to get answers to specific questions, information, one session may be enough. However, in most cases, more time is needed to solve the problem. When starting counselling, a specific number of sessions can be agreed with the psychologist.

  • What problems do people have when they see a psychologist?

    People usually turn to a psychologist when they have acute problems, crisis situations or long-standing difficulties that have become too distressing. The problems are very varied. For example, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, depression, lack of energy, difficulties in relationships, conflicts with peers, eating disorders, difficulties in managing emotions, outbursts of anger, etc. It is therefore essential to seek a specialist who is familiar with the problem. In my practice as a psychologist, I specialise in topics such as: issues of identity and stability of the self; relationship and communication issues; integration of altered states of consciousness and difficulties in spiritual growth (more on these topics can be found in the "Open Access Resources" section).

  • Can you only see a psychologist if you have a problem?

    No, psychologists are often used by people who are not experiencing acute life difficulties but want to improve their quality of life.

  • Does the psychologist disclose information about the client to the client?

    No, according to the Code of Ethics for Psychologists and the Psychologists Act, the client is guaranteed complete confidentiality - non-disclosure of the information obtained, except in cases where the client endangers his/her own or others' life or health. When starting cooperation with a psychologist, the issue of confidentiality is discussed, as well as other issues of concern to the client regarding the potential cooperation.

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IEMT sessions

IEMT (Integral Eye Movement Therapy) sessions use a short-term change therapy approach to address emotions, feelings, memories, thoughts and behaviours that are disturbing the client in the current period of their life. The practitioner follows a specific structure, asks specific questions and asks the client to perform certain movements with their eyes. The use of the method can relieve internal tensions that have been building up around the problem and can open up the possibility for positive life changes.

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  • How does the IEMT method work?

    The IEMT method works with the client's memories associated with negative feelings. By asking questions and making eye movements, a chain of associations is initiated in the client, through which it is possible to gradually access the events in the person's life that have shaped or reinforced the problem. Accordingly, by accessing memories, actions are taken to relieve emotional tension.

  • Does IEMT erase negative memories?

    No, after the IEMT method, the client continues to remember all memories. The negative emotions associated with the memories are reduced.

  • Does the IEMT specialist need to know the client's problem in as much detail as possible?

    No, this method of therapy is suitable for those who want to keep their problem discreet and do not want to reveal the details. The client must be open to cooperation, but the method does not necessarily require a situation statement. It is important to follow the instructions of the specialist - it is possible to keep the answers to the specialist's questions to oneself.

  • How quickly will I feel the results and how many IEMT sessions are needed?

    IEMT is a short-term change therapy, so most of the time you will see a change after the first session - if there is no change, it is not worth continuing. It usually takes 3 to 5 sessions to address a single issue.

  • Is the IEMT method for everyone?

    No, at the start of the collaboration, the IEMT specialist asks the client to review the list of contraindications and to confirm that the client has not been diagnosed with any condition for which IEMT may not be appropriate.

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