Relationships & intimacy
Constant conflict, jealousy, mistrust, infidelity, emotional distance, fear of separation, loneliness inside a relationship, or difficulty building closeness.
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When you keep finding yourself in similar situations, it may be possible to change the pattern.
Relationships, anxiety, guilt, dependence on other people's opinions, difficulty setting boundaries, or the feeling that you have lost yourself. We look not only at what is happening now, but at what keeps the problem going.
2012year psychological practice began
≈500consultations per year on average
60 / 120minutes: individual / couples
USAdaytime online hours convenient for US time zones
What you can come with
A problem does not always come with a name.
You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before you reach out. You can start with a situation, a repeating pattern, or a feeling that you are stuck.
Codependency & dependent patterns
Losing yourself in a relationship, trying to control another person, fear of being alone, or repeatedly entering similar relationship dynamics.
Learn more →Boundaries & separation
Difficulty saying no, fear of being inconvenient, pressure from relatives, difficulty separating from parents, or relying too heavily on other people's expectations.
Learn more →Anxiety & panic states
Constant worst-case thinking, intrusive thoughts, panic reactions, tension, fear of uncertainty, or sleep difficulties.
Learn more →Self-esteem & self-worth
Inner criticism, shame, guilt, perfectionism, comparing yourself with others, feeling that something is wrong with you, or fear of being visible.
Learn more →Family & parenting
Parent anxiety, overcontrol, conflict with children, anger followed by guilt, parenting disagreements, and difficult separation from older children.
Learn more →Emotional exhaustion & burnout
Chronic fatigue, apathy, irritability, loss of motivation, guilt about resting, and the feeling that your usual ways of coping no longer work.
Learn more →Migration & adaptation
Loss of familiar support, loneliness, adapting to a new country, changed roles, and trying to find a new sense of stability.
Learn more →Realization, goals & career
Career dead ends, procrastination, fear of change, impostor feelings, comparing your path with others, and loss of direction.
Learn more →Separation, divorce & loss
Ending a relationship, recovering after divorce, fear of being alone, grief, and rebuilding your own life.
Learn more →Body image & appearance
Body shame, difficulty accepting your appearance, fear of aging, or self-worth becoming too dependent on how you look.
Learn more →Repeating patterns
You understand the problem, but still react in familiar ways. We explore what triggers the pattern and why it keeps repeating.
Learn more →You may recognize yourself
Everyday patterns can be a reason to ask for help.
You understand everything — and still do the same thing again.
Similar conflicts, relationships, and reactions keep returning.
You are afraid of losing the relationship — and slowly lose yourself.
Control, jealousy, dependence, or constant adaptation to another person.
You find it hard to say no.
You agree, tolerate, and feel guilty when you try to set a boundary.
Your mind keeps building the worst-case scenario.
Anxiety, catastrophizing, tension, and sleep problems.
You feel you always have to be strong and easy to deal with.
Over-responsibility, inner criticism, shame, and difficulty resting.
It feels as if everyone has moved ahead except you.
Comparison, procrastination, fear of change, and loss of direction.
Your psychologist
Ksenia Mamysh
Psychologist with higher professional education and practice since 2012. Online work with individuals and couples.
Psychologist · online
Ksenia Mamysh
Higher professional education · practice since 2012
Clarity, a respectful therapeutic relationship, and practical work are important to me. We do not only discuss what happened: we explore recurring patterns, emotions, beliefs, relationships, and family dynamics, then translate understanding into concrete steps.
EducationLeningrad State University named after A. S. Pushkin · Special Psychology
PracticeSince 2012
FormatOnline, individual and couples
ScheduleDaytime hours convenient for US clients
How I work
Understanding → practice → change
The aim is not to create dependence on therapy, but to help you understand yourself better and gradually build your own skills and decisions.
01
Understand
We look at the whole situation: emotions, thoughts, relationships, family patterns, and recurring reactions.
02
Build a route
During the first meeting we identify key connections and priorities for further work.
03
Try differently
We use exercises and practical tools that can move from the session into everyday life.
Why patterns repeat
We look beyond what is happening right now.
SituationWhat happened?
ReactionWhat did you feel and think?
PatternWhat familiar response appears?
ConsequenceWhere does it lead?
New wayWhat could you try differently?
Approach & tools
Tools selected for the task
CBTGestalt approachSystemic family approachBody-oriented workExistential approachInner-child workThoughts & beliefsFamily patternsEmotional self-regulationBetween-session practices
How the work is structuredProfessional background
Education & additional training
Professional documents are available so you can review the training behind the practice.
Higher professional education · Special Psychology
Neuroses in children and adolescents · assessment, prevention and correction
Gestalt approach in psychological counselling
Practical counselling workshop
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Online for the USA
Daytime hours that work for US time zones
I work online during daytime hours, making scheduling convenient for clients across US time zones. There is no need to fit your appointment into the middle of the night.
Online
Individual and couples consultations
Individual and couples consultations
Format
Clear conditions
Individual consultation — 60 minutes.
Couples consultation — 120 minutes.
We agree on a suitable time together. Current pricing and payment details are shown on the booking page.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know exactly what I want to work on?
No. It is enough to know what is bothering you and what you would like to change. We can clarify the request during the first meeting.
What happens in the first consultation?
We explore your situation, identify key connections, and discuss possible next steps. When appropriate, we build a structured route for further work.
Do you work with couples?
Yes. Couples consultations are 120 minutes.
Can I contact you from the USA?
Online work allows clients to connect from different countries. Availability also depends on requirements applicable to the client where they are located.
Do you give exercises between sessions?
When appropriate for the request, yes. Practical work can help transfer what we discuss into everyday life.
How long does therapy take?
There is no single duration. It depends on the request, goals, and scope of work. We can discuss possible pace during the first meeting.
What do I need for an online session?
A stable internet connection, camera, and microphone. We agree on the video service in advance.
If you recognize yourself here, we can start with a conversation.
You do not need a diagnosis or a perfectly formulated request.