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1 specialist
7 years
Experience
Buffalo
United States
Location
Online
Format
Individual therapy
from 3,800 UAH / 60 min
Yes, online consultations on the topic «Crises and Trauma» are offered by 93 specialists from the entire catalog, so you are not limited to your city. This broadens your options if there is no available time or required specialization nearby. The time in the booking form is shown in your time zone, so you can also make an appointment with a specialist from another city.
Start with your concern: formulate exactly what is troubling you, and check whether the specialist lists this topic in their profile. Then compare education, certifications, experience, price, and available format. After the first meeting, pay attention to whether you feel safe and whether you feel judged: this matters no less than diplomas. If you don’t click, it’s perfectly normal to try another specialist.
The first session is an introduction. The specialist will ask about your needs, and together you will determine what you want to achieve and what the work will look like. You can also ask about methods, experience, session frequency, and cancellation policies. No special preparation is needed, but it can be helpful to write down in advance what is troubling you.
Yes, confidentiality is the foundation of a psychologist’s and psychotherapist’s work: the content of the conversation remains between you and the specialist. The boundaries of confidentiality, including in the event of a threat to life, should be discussed at the first meeting. For an online consultation, choose a place where no one can hear you.
