Psychoemotional support in the center of Riga
Professional scientifically based psychological and psychotherapeutic assistance
About us
services
CBT
(COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY)
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The program consists of elements of cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, the use of virtual reality glasses and training in various self-help techniques
There is no such specialized program in Latvia, which includes a psychiatrist and a psychologist
Program for the treatment of (Insomnia)
Yoga
Psychological research
Sand therapy
Support for Expectant/
New Parents
we will help you decide on the service
Innovative technologies
Thanks to innovations, we will help you achieve results much faster.
a breathing coach, it is a device that helps to harmonize the rhythm of breathing and relax.
SPECIALISTS
1) difficulty falling asleep and/or waking up several times at night with difficulty falling asleep again and/or waking up earlier in the morning;
2) mentioned complaints continue at least 3 nights a week every week for at least a month
3) in addition to the points above, there are complaints about decreased productivity and concentration the next day, fatigue.
Insomnia can be acute - up to a month or chronic - longer than a month. Insomnia is also divided into primary insomnia, in the case of which there is no disease that would cause insomnia as one of the symptoms or consequences, but insomnia arises "as if from nothing". A secondary insomnia is caused by some physical illness, such as thyroid problems, adrenal function disorders, medication use, etc. Insomnia can also be caused by illnesses such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar affective disorder.
The first consultation usually takes place with a psychiatrist who helps draw up a treatment plan. During the consultation, the following takes place: assessment of the state of health, collection of information from the patient, instructions are given on how to fill in the sleep diary. In the first session, no active treatment process takes place, because it is necessary to analyze the situation, to understand whether a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy is suitable for specific person specifically for insomnia. 1-2 weeks’ time is given to obtain data on sleep-wake mode, it is determined whether the patient is suitable for therapy, information on available therapeutic strategies is provided. The second consultation: the treatment plan is determined, the primary interventions to be applied (sleep restriction, stimulus control). Third/fourth consultation: sleep time is titrated according to the patient's sleep efficiency indicators, unclear questions are clarified. Sleep hygiene review. Overview of sleep diaries. Discussing the benefits and coexistence of therapy. Exercises and techniques for relaxation. Fifth and sixth consultation: cognitive therapy session (identifying negative thoughts regarding sleep), continued sleep titration, creation of tactics in case of relapse or repeated disturbances, preventive measures.
1) Is the psychologist certified? Each country is responsible for ensuring that psychologists are competent to provide their services. Only those who are properly trained receive the certificate!
2) If you have health insurance, you can find out if it will cover this professional's therapy. Are there limits to the number of sessions covered by your insurance?
3) Another way to find a psychotherapist is to ask friends or a doctor to recommend someone they trust.
4) Although it is not too difficult to find a therapist's name and contacts, it may take more time to find a psychologist that you consider "good". Here are some helpful tips:
4.1) Find out if the psychologist is familiar with evidence-based consulting for your problems and if the psychologist uses it in their practice. It is counseling that has been scientifically tested and proven to be effective. Evidence-based treatments (e.g., for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, etc.) are based on research that meets scientific criteria.
4.2) Ask if the psychologist has had experience in solving similar problems. Some psychologists/therapists specialize in working with children or families, adults or the elderly. Some may have extensive experience with the issues you are concerned about. If possible, find out how much experience they have had.
4.3) Find out how much the service will cost, how much should be paid for missed sessions and, if possible, how long the therapy might last.
Is the therapist based in a clinic, health center, private practice, or elsewhere?
4.4) Find out what type of therapy your potential specialist might provide (e.g., long-term or short-term, individual or group therapy, which theoretical orientation) and see if it matches your preferences.
4.5) Remember that choosing a therapist is a very personal matter. There is no universal therapist. It is important that you feel trust and that this therapist can help you.
After you've gathered all of this information (or as much as you can), give yourself some time to think about it all. You may want to make initial appointments with one or two potential therapists to see how well you feel with them. Take the time to find the right therapist for you!
CBT is based on several basic principles, including:
1) Psychological problems are partly based on faulty or maladaptive thinking and partly on learned maladaptive behavior patterns. An essential idea is that people who suffer from psychological problems can learn better ways to cope with them, thereby alleviating their symptoms and becoming more effective in their lives.
2) The CBT approach places great emphasis on changing thinking patterns or perceptions. Some strategies:
2.1) learn to recognize thinking errors (every one of us has them) that cause problems, and then reevaluate them in light of reality. It's not about thinking positively. It's about learning how to think REALISTICALLY, it helps to better understand the behavior and motivation of other people,
2.2) learn to use problem-solving skills to deal with difficult situations,
2.3) it is essential to learn to develop greater confidence in one's abilities.
3) CBT techniques also include strategies to change behavior patterns. For instance:
3.1) Facing your fears instead of avoiding them
3.2) Role-plays are used to prepare for potentially problematic interactions with others.
3.3) Techniques to learn how to "calm" the mind and relax the body are learned.
4) Not all strategies are used in all CBTs. Rather, the psychologist and the patient/client collaborate to understand the problem and develop a counseling strategy, according to the goals, resources, needs
5) CBT emphasizes helping people learn to be their own therapists. Through in-session exercises/tasks/strategies, as well as "homework" outside of sessions, patients/clients are helped to develop coping skills through which they can learn to change their problematic thinking, emotions, and behaviors.
6) CBT therapists emphasize what is happening in a person's current life, but this does not mean that they do not work with past experiences. Therapists work with the past in a structured and focused way. Some knowledge of one's history is required, but the focus is on moving forward in time and developing more effective ways to deal with life's challenges.
7) CBT is not mechanical or "cold therapy". As with any therapy, the therapeutic relationship and the needs of the client are at the center.
8) CBT therapists have experience in self-therapy and supervision.
sense of self-identity and autonomy, appreciation
the freedom to express your feelings and talk about what you need
the ability to play and be spontaneous
safe, age-appropriate boundaries and limits.
Through yoga, we can get rid of accumulated stress, learn to feel and recognize our emotions through inner experience, not react so sharply to emotional triggers, as well as regain the joy of everyday life. A therapeutic yoga practice is suitable for people suffering from increased stress, sleep disorders, body pain/discomfort, inability to focus and chronic fatigue.
Anyone can attend the classes - the practice is adapted to each body and can be practiced even by the most inflexible ones. :)
A yoga specialist is a specially trained professional who cares about the safety and well-being of clients, adjusts exercises according to client needs and will help you find your way back to yourself.
you are feeling anxiety, depression
there is a loss of interest
you are feeling insecure about yourself
you are experiencing difficulties in relationships
a crisis situation has occured
support in case of loss, work with traumatic events
Also, a psychologist can perform a psychological assessment (cognitive abilities, intelligence, emotional sphere, personality research) and can provide psycho-educational information (for example, in matters of raising children).
1) difficulty falling asleep and/or waking up several times at night with difficulty falling asleep again and/or waking up earlier in the morning;
2) mentioned complaints continue at least 3 nights a week every week for at least a month
3) in addition to the points above, there are complaints about decreased productivity and concentration the next day, fatigue.
Insomnia can be acute - up to a month or chronic - longer than a month. Insomnia is also divided into primary insomnia, in the case of which there is no disease that would cause insomnia as one of the symptoms or consequences, but insomnia arises "as if from nothing". A secondary insomnia is caused by some physical illness, such as thyroid problems, adrenal function disorders, medication use, etc. Insomnia can also be caused by illnesses such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar affective disorder.
The first consultation usually takes place with a psychiatrist who helps draw up a treatment plan. During the consultation, the following takes place: assessment of the state of health, collection of information from the patient, instructions are given on how to fill in the sleep diary. In the first session, no active treatment process takes place, because it is necessary to analyze the situation, to understand whether a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy is suitable for specific person specifically for insomnia. 1-2 weeks’ time is given to obtain data on sleep-wake mode, it is determined whether the patient is suitable for therapy, information on available therapeutic strategies is provided. The second consultation: the treatment plan is determined, the primary interventions to be applied (sleep restriction, stimulus control). Third/fourth consultation: sleep time is titrated according to the patient's sleep efficiency indicators, unclear questions are clarified. Sleep hygiene review. Overview of sleep diaries. Discussing the benefits and coexistence of therapy. Exercises and techniques for relaxation. Fifth and sixth consultation: cognitive therapy session (identifying negative thoughts regarding sleep), continued sleep titration, creation of tactics in case of relapse or repeated disturbances, preventive measures.
1) Is the psychologist certified? Each country is responsible for ensuring that psychologists are competent to provide their services. Only those who are properly trained receive the certificate!
2) If you have health insurance, you can find out if it will cover this professional's therapy. Are there limits to the number of sessions covered by your insurance?
3) Another way to find a psychotherapist is to ask friends or a doctor to recommend someone they trust.
4) Although it is not too difficult to find a therapist's name and contacts, it may take more time to find a psychologist that you consider "good". Here are some helpful tips:
4.1) Find out if the psychologist is familiar with evidence-based consulting for your problems and if the psychologist uses it in their practice. It is counseling that has been scientifically tested and proven to be effective. Evidence-based treatments (e.g., for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, etc.) are based on research that meets scientific criteria.
4.2) Ask if the psychologist has had experience in solving similar problems. Some psychologists/therapists specialize in working with children or families, adults or the elderly. Some may have extensive experience with the issues you are concerned about. If possible, find out how much experience they have had.
4.3) Find out how much the service will cost, how much should be paid for missed sessions and, if possible, how long the therapy might last.
Is the therapist based in a clinic, health center, private practice, or elsewhere?
4.4) Find out what type of therapy your potential specialist might provide (e.g., long-term or short-term, individual or group therapy, which theoretical orientation) and see if it matches your preferences.
4.5) Remember that choosing a therapist is a very personal matter. There is no universal therapist. It is important that you feel trust and that this therapist can help you.
After you've gathered all of this information (or as much as you can), give yourself some time to think about it all. You may want to make initial appointments with one or two potential therapists to see how well you feel with them. Take the time to find the right therapist for you!
CBT is based on several basic principles, including:
1) Psychological problems are partly based on faulty or maladaptive thinking and partly on learned maladaptive behavior patterns. An essential idea is that people who suffer from psychological problems can learn better ways to cope with them, thereby alleviating their symptoms and becoming more effective in their lives.
2) The CBT approach places great emphasis on changing thinking patterns or perceptions. Some strategies:
2.1) learn to recognize thinking errors (every one of us has them) that cause problems, and then reevaluate them in light of reality. It's not about thinking positively. It's about learning how to think REALISTICALLY, it helps to better understand the behavior and motivation of other people,
2.2) learn to use problem-solving skills to deal with difficult situations,
2.3) it is essential to learn to develop greater confidence in one's abilities.
3) CBT techniques also include strategies to change behavior patterns. For instance:
3.1) Facing your fears instead of avoiding them
3.2) Role-plays are used to prepare for potentially problematic interactions with others.
3.3) Techniques to learn how to "calm" the mind and relax the body are learned.
4) Not all strategies are used in all CBTs. Rather, the psychologist and the patient/client collaborate to understand the problem and develop a counseling strategy, according to the goals, resources, needs
5) CBT emphasizes helping people learn to be their own therapists. Through in-session exercises/tasks/strategies, as well as "homework" outside of sessions, patients/clients are helped to develop coping skills through which they can learn to change their problematic thinking, emotions, and behaviors.
6) CBT therapists emphasize what is happening in a person's current life, but this does not mean that they do not work with past experiences. Therapists work with the past in a structured and focused way. Some knowledge of one's history is required, but the focus is on moving forward in time and developing more effective ways to deal with life's challenges.
7) CBT is not mechanical or "cold therapy". As with any therapy, the therapeutic relationship and the needs of the client are at the center.
8) CBT therapists have experience in self-therapy and supervision.
sense of self-identity and autonomy, appreciation
the freedom to express your feelings and talk about what you need
the ability to play and be spontaneous
safe, age-appropriate boundaries and limits.
Through yoga, we can get rid of accumulated stress, learn to feel and recognize our emotions through inner experience, not react so sharply to emotional triggers, as well as regain the joy of everyday life. A therapeutic yoga practice is suitable for people suffering from increased stress, sleep disorders, body pain/discomfort, inability to focus and chronic fatigue.
Anyone can attend the classes - the practice is adapted to each body and can be practiced even by the most inflexible ones. :)
A yoga specialist is a specially trained professional who cares about the safety and well-being of clients, adjusts exercises according to client needs and will help you find your way back to yourself.
you are feeling anxiety, depression
there is a loss of interest
you are feeling insecure about yourself
you are experiencing difficulties in relationships
a crisis situation has occured
support in case of loss, work with traumatic events
Also, a psychologist can perform a psychological assessment (cognitive abilities, intelligence, emotional sphere, personality research) and can provide psycho-educational information (for example, in matters of raising children).
submit your application
Kr. Valdemāra iela 33-30, Rīga, LV-1010
Brīvības gatve 214b, Rīga, LV-1039
Tel.: +371 28700566
Email: info@grandver.com
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“When we are no longer able to change a situation – we are challenged to change ourselves.” (Viktor E. Frankl)
Work experience:
2022 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Psychiatrist, cognitive biheivioral therapy (CBT) psychotherapist
2024.- present
Sleep Disorder Center. Psychiatrist, insomnia treatment specialist.
2019 – 2022
Clinic "Dzintari". Day inpatient, outpatient consultative department. Psychiatrist
2019 – 2020
“Strenči” psychoneurological hospital. Day inpatient. Psychiatrist
2018 – 2022
"Medical further education centre". Adult non-formal education institution. Lecturer
2018 - present
Riga Stradins University. Department of Psychiatry and Narcology. Lecturer
2018 – 2021
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Centre. Outpatient Help Service. Psychiatrist
2018. – 2021.
Riga Stradins University. Department of Psychiatry and Narcology. Assistant
2017 - 2020
Vivendi Health Centre. Psychiatrist, lecturer
2017 – 2018
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Center. Department 17. Doctor-intern
2016 – 2022
“Strenči” Psychoneurological Hospital. Admission Department. Psychiatrist on duty
2016 – 2018
Riga Stradins University. Faculty of Continuing Education. Department of Psychiatry and Narcology Lecturer
2014 – 2018
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Center. Resident doctor in psychiatry
Education:
2017 - 2021
Riga Stradins University. Faculty of Doctoral Studies. Doctor of Medical Sciences
2014 - 2018
Riga Stradins University. Faculty of Continuing Education. Psychiatrist diploma
2008 - 2014
Riga Stradins University. Faculty of Medicine. Doctor's diploma
Professional development:
2020 - present
Latvian Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association. Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy speciality
2021
CBT-I course
Participation in the Edinburgh Sleep Medicine Course 2020
2018
Participation in ECNP Workshop on Clinical Research Methods in Barcelona, Spain
Participation in the EFPT Forum for Young Psychiatrists, in Bristol, Great Britain
Participation in the AAF/OMI Program Salzburg Medical Seminars International Psychiatry 2018, in Salzburg, Austria
2017
Participation in ECNP School of Neuropsychopharmacology, Oxford, Great Britain
Participation in the "Leadership and Professional Skills Course" for young psychiatrists, Led by prof. Norman Sartorius and prof. Ida Hageman Pedersen in Vilnius, Lithuania,
Supervisions of insomnia treatment with Prof. Dieter Rieman
Fields of specialization:
· participation in the experience exchange seminar of educational institutions of the National Network of Health-Promoting Schools organized by the Center for Disease Prevention and Control on the promotion of mental health and prevention of bullying in educational institutions
· treating insomnia using CBT
· treatment of mood disorders, treatment of anxiety spectrum disorders
· treatment of pregnancy and postpartum psychiatric disorders
· using CBT in practice
Counseling languages: English, Latvian, Russian
“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” (Carl G. Jung)
Work experience:
2023 – present
Maternity House of Riga
2022 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Certified clinical and counseling psychologist, supervisor
2021 – present
Riga Stradins University, department of Health psychology and Pegagogy. Lecturer
2015 - present
Medical Society “ARS”. Clinical Psychologist
2013 - 2023
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Centre. Clinical Psychologist
2012 – present
Riga Stradins University. Department of Psychiatry/ Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Centre. Clinical Psychologist.
Lecturer in the 2nd and 4th year of psychiatry residency, "Crisis and support psychotherapy", "Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy" courses
Education
2013
University of Latvia. PhD in Clinical Psychology
Professional development:
2023
Perinatal Mood & Anxiety disorders certification training
RO DBT
2022
Compassion therapy training for pregnant women
Nature Based Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy for Insomnia, CBT-I
2020 - 2022
Mindfulness program for pregnant women and partners
2021
USA MBCT - Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy - Harvard Medical School
CBT-I course
2020
Basic Level of Child and Adolescent Schema Therapy Training
2019
Supervisor/trainer of Individual Schema Therapy
Basic level in Group Schema Therapy training
Use of Virtual Technologies in counseling
Supervisor of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2018
Mindfulness practice training – Vilnius Medical Academy
DBT therapy
2015
EMDR
2013
Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Woodcock Johnson Test of Cognitive Abilities
Fields of specialization:
· cognitive behavioral therapy
· schema therapy
· mindfulness-based therapy
· EMDR
· individual and group consultations
· supervisions
· lectures, classes for organizations
· intelligence diagnostics
Counseling languages: English, Latvian, Russian
“There are two primary choices in life: to accept conditions as they exist, or accept the responsibility for changing them.” (Denis Waitley)
Work experience:
2022 - present
Clinic “ GrandVer”. Certified clinical/health and counseling psychologist, CBT specialist
2021 – present
Children's Rights Protection State Inspectorate. Director of the Support Department for Families with Children
2018 - 2021
Children's Rights Protection State Inspectorate. Deputy Director of the Support Department for Families with Children
2018 - 2019
Adolescent Resource Centre. Psychologist
2017 - present
Clinic " Pyramid". Psychologist
2014 - 2015
University of Latvia. Psychological assistance centre. Conseling psychologist
Education:
2017 - 2020
ODYSSEA International CBT Institute (Prague, Czech Republic). Cognitive behavioral therapy specialist
2012 - 2015
University of Latvia. Professional Мaster's degree in psychology
2014
University of Groningen, Netherlandс
2009 – 2012
University of Latvia. Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology
Professional development:
2022
Participation in the professional development study course "Coaching as a modern management style"
2021
Schema therapy basic training. Scheme therapy in working with complex trauma, Jānis Briedis, Great Britain
Participation in the trainings "Mindfulness for stress reduction using CBT methods" and "Mindfulness in organizations"
Participation in the training "Art therapy methods in working with trauma experienced children"
Participation in the training "From a specialist to a manager"
Participation in the training "A child resource-focused approach after a crisis"
Participation in the training "Manager as a leader"
Participation in the training "Neurobiological and psychological aspects of trauma and bereavement"
ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) therapy training. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Maria do Céu Salvador, Coimbra University, Portugal
2020
Participation in the "Schema Therapy Basic Level" training
2019
Participation in training "Minor-friendly interrogation techniques"
Counseling languages: English, Latvian
“Know all the theories, master all techniques, but as you touch human soul be just an other human soul” ( Carl Jung)
Education:
currently, Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy speciality, Latvian Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association
2017, Riga Stradins University, Faculty of Rehabilitation (Art therapy – drama therapy)
2004, Riga Academy of Pedagogy and Educational Management
Work experience:
currently, Hospital "Ģintermuiža", Art therapist
currently, BKUS (Children's Clinical University Hospital) psychiatry, Art therapist
2015, Crisis and consultation center "Skalbes". Consultant
Working languages: LV, RU, ENG, GER
Education:
2021, University of Latvia, Professional master's study program in clinical psychology (graduated on February 10, 2021)
2019, Completed training and obtained the right to lead the parent training program "Emotional education of children"
2017, University of Latvia, bachelor's degree in psychology (graduated on February 24, 2017)
Work experience:
currently, "Dardedze" Center - psychological counseling and research
2018 - 2019, Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Center, outpatient center "Pārdaugava" - psychological research
Professional development:
2022, Protection of Children's Rights. 40 hours of professional quality development for psychologists.
2022, Dissociative disorders and their diagnosis.
2022, Conference "Harmful sexual behavior - can a child harm a child? How to understand and help."
2022, Therapeutic methods for working with an abused child.
Consulting languages:
The language of counseling is LV, I conduct psychological research for children from 6 years of age and adults (LV and RUS)
“Your body is a real treasure chest that holds memories and stories, a reliable ally in both good and bad times, your only home that has ever existed and will ever be. It’s worth getting to know it and listening to it, isn’t it?” (A. Golubeva)
Work experience:
2022 – present
Clinic “ GrandVer”. Dance and movement therapist, оccupational therapist
2017 - present
Riga Stradins University. Lecturer
2017 – present
Riga centre of psychiatry and addiction disorders. Dance and movement therapist
2014 – 2023
Riga centre of psychiatry and addiction disorders. Occupational therapist
Education:
2023 - present
Latvian Psychotherapeutic Society of Psychoorganic Analysis. Psychotherapy specialist
2013 - 2016
Riga Stradins University. Arts therapist with specialization in dance and movement therapy
2009 - 2013
Riga Stradins University. Occupational therapist
Counseling languages: Latvian, Russian, English
"Happiness is not the absence of problems. It`s the ability to deal with them." (S. Maraboli)
Work experience:
2023 – present
Clinic “Grandver”. Clinical and health psychologist
2021 – present
Regional Hospital of Northern Kurzeme. Clinical and Health Psychologist for medical staff
2020
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Outpatient Centre "Pārdaugava". Practice of a clinical psychologist - psychological counselling and group therapy
2019
Vaivari National Rehabilitation Centre". Practice of a clinical psychologist - cognitive evaluation and psychological counselling
Education:
2019 – 2021
Riga Stradins University. Professional Master's degree in Psychology
2018 – 2019
Baltic Coaching Centre Business & personal coach, International Coach Federation (ICF) certified
2008 – 2011
University of Salford. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Professional development:
2023
Eating Disorders: Recognition, Assessment, Intervention, Exploro
2022 - 2023
Schema therapy basic training, Jānis Briedis, Great Britain
2022
Tension & Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) training
Schema therapy in working with complex trauma, Jānis Briedis, Great Britain
Certified Practitioner in the Science of Wellbeing, Genos International
2021
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Maria do Céu Salvador, Coimbra University, Portugal
Fields of specialization:
· short-term counselling to activate and notice the change & strengthen it in everyday life
· mindfulness-based practices in dealing with depression symptoms and early prevention of burnout
· trauma and stress relief
· leadership and organisational strategy consulting
· combination of CBT, ACT and schema therapy methods
Counselling languages: English, Latvian
“A person is made up of 80% water. But if a person has neither a dream nor a goal in life, then he is just a vertical puddle. (Joke) Then start dreaming!!!” (Folk wisdom)
Work experience:
2023 - present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Art therapist
2022
Riga Stradins University. Support centre “Pērle”, Cēsis. Lecturer at free choice course "Introduction to art therapy". Drama therapist
2021- 2022
Oncology patient camp “Spēka avots”. “Tree of Life” Drama therapist
Education:
2018 – 2021
Riga Stradins University. Faculty of Rehabilitation. Professional master's degree in health care and professional qualification of art therapist
1995 – 1997
Latvian Academy of Arts. Master of Arts and professional qualification of an artist, in the prof. I. Zariņš master workshop of monumental painting
1991 – 1995
Latvian Academy of Arts, Bachelor of Arts
Professional development:
2022
Psychiatry course at Riga Stradins University Open University
2017-2018
Riga Stradins University preparatory courses for master's studies in the Art Therapy program
2012
Goethe Institute German language courses, Berlin, Germany
Counseling languages: English, Latvian
Clinical and health psychologist
"Enjoy the colors of life and don't be afraid to show them!"
Registration number. 3001394
Education:
2022, Professional master's degree in clinical psychology and psychologist qualification, University of Latvia
2020, Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, University of Latvia
Work experience:
01.10.2021 – currently, a Pediatric games specialist in medical play at the Children's Clinical University Hospital
01.10.2021 – 31.05.2022, Psychological counseling and research at the Center for Psychological Assistance of the University of Latvia
01.09.2020 – 31.12.2021, Crisis and counseling center "Skalbes", crisis line number 116123 consultant
Professional development:
User of the elements of Theraplay® method (Level One Theraplay & Marschak Interaction Method, certificate issued by The Theraplay® Institute on 06.03.2023)
Crisis intervention, improvement level, (Association "Skalbes", 2021). Certificate No. 811/2021
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT: Basic Knowledge Level (Baltic Schema Therapy Institute, 2021)
Wechsler Intelligence Test for Children (WISC-IV)
Achenbach's empirically based research system for the assessment of preschool, school-aged children and adults (ASEBA) (University of Latvia, Certificate No. 1-34-2022).
Working languages: LV, RU, research is carried out in LV
"Always will I bathe my days in the golden glow of enthusiasm" (Og Mandino)
Work experience:
2023 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Educational and counseling psychologist.
2021
PRC - adolescent resource centre (Tukums branch). Psychologist.
2009
Kalnciems parish secondary school. Psychologist.
2002
Vita Važa’s psychologist's private practice. Psychologist.
Education:
2020 – present
Latvian Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association. Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy specialist in training
2017
Riga Stradins University. Master's degree in psychology.
2002
Riga University of Pedagogy and Educational Management. Psychologist assistant’s qualification
Professional development:
2021
CAMS- care Reducing the risk of suicide
2019-2020
ERASMUS+ program with training in Finland, exchange of experience in Sweden, Norway
2019
Psychological assessment with the Latvian Clinical Personality Test for Adults (LKPT)
2018
Wechsler Intelligence Test WISC-IV
2012
WJ IE Woodcock Johnson Cognitive Ability Test
Counseling languages: Latvian, English, Russian
“Whoever has learned to be anxious in the right way has learned the ultimate” (Søren Kierkegaard)
Education:
currently, Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy speciality, Latvian Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association
2019, Master's degree in psychology and psychologist qualification (clinical psychology), University of Latvia
2015, Bachelor's degree in psychology, University of Latvia
Work experience:
currently, Psychologist’s private practice
Professional development:
Working with post-traumatic stress disorder. Dialectical behavior therapy for PTSD (DBT-PTSD), Martin Bohus, University of Heidelberg
Working with dissociative disorders. Dissociative disorders - occurrence, disorders, diagnostic principles.
Professional Competence Center of the Latvian Psychological Society.
Dealing with suicide risk. CAMS Collaborative Assessment & Management of Suicidality
Work with personality disorders, mentalization. Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT), Anna Freud National Center for Children and Families, London
Working with restlessness and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Professional Competence
Center of the Latvian Psychological Society
Field of interest:
Psychological counseling (short-term and long-term)
Cognitive behavioral psychotherapy
Psychological research of personality structure, cognitive and emotional sphere
Conducting support and psychoeducational groups
I work with adults
I believe that successful psychotherapy is based on human connection - acceptance, benevolence and responsibility. Complementing this with evidence-based knowledge, together we can create an opportunity to reduce suffering, move towards change and self-acceptance
Working languages: LV, ENG
“In freedom comes safety, in safety comes joy. I believe that when you experience joy, seemingly intractable problems become solvable. There are no unsolvable problems in freedom, that's for sure. Shall we talk?” (Paula Estere Pukite)
Work experience:
2022 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Clinical and health psychologist.
2020 – present
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Center. Outpatient Center "Pārdaugava". Clinical and health psychologist.
2020 – 2021.
University of Latvia. Psychological Assistance Center (PPC). Internship in psychological counseling.
2014 – 2017
Society "Museums Revealed". Board member, project manager.
2015 - 2016
"Tree of Life" Oncology Patient Support Association. Assistant Project Manager.
Education:
2022 - 2023
Basic level of Individual Schema therapy
2021
Course “Cognitive behavioral therapy – from the basics to modern approaches”
2019 – 2021
University of Latvia. Master's degree in psychology.
2017 – 2018
Leiden University. Psychology (BSc), Exchange program.
2016 – 2019
University of Latvia. Bachelor's degree in psychology.
2012 – 2015
University of Latvia. Cultural and social anthropology, Bachelor's degree.
Counseling languages: Latvian, English
“There is only one thing more natural than thinking: breathing. And by breathing we find the way back to happiness." (Mario Maruffi)
Work experience:
2022 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Yoga specialist.
Classes for groups and individuals
2022 - 2023
EU Solidarity Corps project ''Piedzīvo Mieru'' (“Experience Peace’’). A project for youth on improving well-being and feel inner peace through various physical and mental techniques
2022
"Time to Breathe: Youth Mental Health Festival". Yoga specialist
2021
Lastadija, creative quarter in Riga. Yoga teacher
2019.
Yagoy Yoga Centre, the Netherlands. Internship in a yoga centre.
Education:
2023
ITEC International Level 3 Diploma in Yoga Teaching
2022
SPA SCHOOL Latvia. Professional qualification as a yoga specialist
960 hours of professional education in yoga speciality. Philosophy and History of Yoga, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Practice of Hatha, Iyengar and Kundalini Yoga, Communication Psychology
Counseling languages: Latvian, English
“We can learn something new any time we believe we can”. (V.Satir)
Education:
2020, Master's degree in psychology and psychologist qualification (clinical psychology), University of Latvia
2017, Bachelor's degree in psychology, University of Latvia
2008, Bachelor's degree in political science, University of Latvia
Work experience:
currently, Psychologist at mental health platform Siffi
currently, Psychologist in private practice.
2021, Psychologist at the Adolescent Resource Center.
Professional development:
2023 Desensitization and trauma processing with eye movements (EMDR) Level 1 Training, Isabel Fernandez
2023, Scheme therapy training, Jānis Briedis
2022, "How do psychologists recognize the signs of alcohol addiction?", Exploro training center, Dr.med. Velga Sudraba
2021, «Working with the restlessness and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic», Intellego, Mg.psych. Marina Brice.
2021, Protection of Children's Rights. 40 hours of professional quality development for psychologists.
2021, Neuroscience of depression, trauma and neurofeedback, Ekaterina Vinnik, M.D., Ph.D, neuroscientist.
2019, Sport Psychology for Athlete's Development, Barca InnovaIon Hub.
Working languages: LV
“We are the cosmos made conscious and life is the means by which the universe understands itself.” (Brian Edward Cox)
Work experience
2022 – present
Clinic “GrandVer”. Clinical and health psychologist
2023 – present
Daiga Zadināne’s private practice. Clinical and health psychologist
2023 – present
Vivendi Health Centre. Psychological counseling, psychological assessment
2021 - 2023
State Inspectorate for Protection of Children’s Rights, European social fund project Support systems development for children with communication difficulties, behavioral disorders and domestic violence
2020 - 2021
Riga Social Services. Addiction prevention specialist
2019 - 2020
Psychological Assistance Center. Clinical psychologist, internship
2018
Riga Psychiatry and Narcology Center. Clinical psychologist’s assistant, internship
2017
Riga Teika Secondary School. Educational psychologist’s assistant, internship
Education
2023
EMDR Institute. EMDR Level 1
2020
University of Latvia. Professional Psychology, qualification in Clinical and Health Psychology
Fields of specialization:
● psychological counselling onsite and/or online (for adults and children aged 14 and over)
● psychological assessment onsite (for adults and children aged 14 and over; for Latvian-speaking clients only)
● EMDR (for more information visit https://emdr-europe.org)
● lectures, seminars on various topics of mental health
Counseling languages: Latvian, English