English-Speaking PsychologistS in BucharesT

 Read our profiles and see which of us inspires the most trust or feels like someone you could talk to openly. If you're not sure, send us a message—we'll be happy to help you choose. 

The first session is, above all, a conversation. A relaxed, open, and natural one.

We'll take the time to understand what brought you here, what you'd like to change, and how we can work together to help things get better.

There isn't a test.

You don't need to have all the answers.

And you don't have to tell us everything during your first session.

It's one of the most common feelings people have before their first session.

You don't have to tell us everything right away or talk about anything you're not ready to discuss.

You'll move at your own pace.

A therapist's office is a place where you don't have to prove anything, and you won't be judged. The rest can come when you're ready.

That's completely okay.

Many people cry during their first session, while others don't cry at all. There isn't a "right" reaction.

Emotions are not a sign of weakness. They often mean you've reached a place where you can begin to express them safely.

 It happens.

The relationship between therapist and client is one of the most important factors in successful therapy.

If you feel the connection isn't right, it's perfectly okay to look for a therapist you feel more comfortable with.

Yes.

In fact, many people come to their first session without being able to explain exactly what's wrong.

They simply know they don't feel like themselves anymore, they keep repeating the same patterns, or something just isn't working the way it used to.

You don't need to have a diagnosis or a clear explanation.

We'll figure it out together.

No.

We won't make decisions for you.

Our role is to help you better understand your situation, explore your options, and make decisions that feel right for you.

 Yes.

Everything we discuss during our sessions is confidential, in accordance with the professional code of ethics for psychologists.

There are only a few legal exceptions, such as situations where there is a serious risk to someone's life or safety. If such a situation were ever to arise, we would discuss it with you.

Apart from these exceptions, what we talk about stays between us.

There isn't a single answer.

For some people, a few sessions are enough. For others, the process takes longer.

It depends on what you'd like to change and how deeply rooted the patterns you're struggling with are.

Our goal is for every session to bring you greater clarity and move you one step closer to the change you're looking for.

At the beginning, we usually recommend one session per week.

As therapy progresses, the frequency can be adjusted depending on your goals, your progress, and what feels right for you.

Yes—for many people.

But lasting change doesn't happen simply because you attend therapy.

Therapy works best when there's a trusting relationship with your therapist, the approach is suited to your needs, and you stay actively involved in the process.

Change doesn't happen overnight. But when you begin to understand what's happening within you and start doing things differently, therapy can have a deep and lasting impact on your life.