Offering sessions in Russian and English, Andrei believes that each individual has an innate capacity to self-heal, and that given the right environment this capacity can be summoned to help process trauma and change. Offering a supportive and safe space, Andrei’s approach works as a mental toolbox - each client is provided with their unique set of tools to explore their capacity for self-awareness and to create strategies that can be used to restore functionality and motivation to live life at it’s fullest. Informed by his personal experiences of immigration, Andrei is passionate about culturally sensitive work, and pays special attention to an individual’s unique life journey and their personal experience of growth.

Andrei’s areas of focus include any relational issues – be that the relationship the client has with themselves or with another person, or perhaps with their romantic or sexual partner; psychological and physical traumas – things that hold one back from achieving their full potential, regardless if recent or from the past; and difficult life transitions and decisions – clients have described Andrei as a “personal sounding board” and as a “catalyst” for personal growth.

His past academic and professional experiences make him uniquely equipped for working with immigrants, young professionals who are transitioning away from their past lifestyles, and individuals who are in the process of completing their education or are just launching their career.

Having migrated through Eastern Europe, The Middle East, and Polynesia before finally settling in North America, Andrei employs a unique blend of the collectivistic, Eastern philosophy and family values, combining it with his Western education and training. While working with a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy foundation, Andrei uses traditional cognitive behavioral strategies in combination with elements of Narrative and Solution Focused Therapies. He is particularly attentive to the session format, trying to blend the more rigid CBT interventions with a flexible, client centered approach.

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