Adults

       Unlike a young child, whose personality is still forming, an adult can be compared to a planet — one that has already developed a core and gradually accumulated many layers over time. These psychological layers are composed of personal experiences, memories, beliefs, cognitive patterns, and unfortunately, also unresolved trauma.

       Each layer represents a distinct developmental period in the individual's life. As time passes, these layers are not discarded — they remain part of the personality’s structure and continue to influence thoughts, emotions, and behavior, often unconsciously.

       When a person experiences discomfort or emotional conflict in a certain area of life, part of the therapeutic task is to locate the origin of this disturbance:

• Is it a recent issue, rooted in the uppermost, newest layer of the personality?
• Or is it a deeper, long-standing issue originating from earlier stages of psychological development — possibly even from early childhood?

As a clinical psychologist, my role is to guide the person through a process of discovery, helping them identify and understand the root of the issue. When the cause lies deeper in the psyche, it is often not consciously accessible. In such cases, therapy follows a structured process:

1. Identifying the root of the discomfort. This involves exploring the client’s personal history, behavior patterns, and emotional triggers.
2. Bringing cognitive clarity. The problem is named, contextualized, and made visible — it is no longer vague or ambiguous.
3. Resolving the inner conflict. Through therapeutic techniques, we work on integrating the experience, releasing emotional tension, and fostering self-understanding and change.

In contrast, when the issue is recent, it usually arises with heightened emotional tension. This emotional pressure may cloud judgment and lead to impulsive or harmful decisions. In these cases:

• I assist in reducing emotional intensity and restoring a calm, stable inner state.
• I support cognitive and intuitive processing, so the person can arrive at the most appropriate resolution.
• I help the individual take concrete, constructive steps forward, tailored to their situation.

At the heart of the therapeutic process lies a belief: that every psychological struggle — whether buried deep in the past or emerging from a current challenge — holds the potential for transformation.