Ekaterina

Ekaterina Chirtsova

CBT Psychotherapist

“Experienced CBT therapist offering short-term, results-driven therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, and relationship issues. 5000+ sessions delivered. Member of the Association for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”

About Me

I support adults navigating anxiety, self-criticism, and relationship difficulties. My short-term, results-driven CBT approach focuses on practical strategies you can use daily. We’ll work collaboratively to identify unhelpful thought patterns and build new, healthier responses. This direct, focused method is ideal for those seeking tangible progress. You'll gain lasting tools to manage challenges effectively.

Approach

Sessions move with clear structure and steady pacing, combining focused in-session skill practice with short, manageable experiments to try between meetings. I offer appointments in Moscow or online, in English or Russian, and keep sessions practical so you leave with a simple plan for the week. We track reactions, test distorted thoughts with small behavioural steps, and adjust based on what actually helps you feel more capable and connected. This way of working often suits adults seeking measurable change without lengthy therapy.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • CBT Psychotherapist

    A psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, an evidence-based approach that changes unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Credentials

Registrations

Association for Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy

Psychologist

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Moscow Institute of Psychoanalysis

Year: 2022

Service Areas

My practice

In-person & Online

Moscow, Moscow Region

Russia

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Moscow, Russia