Miss Joana Maksimova, MSc

I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. My areas of expertise: • Relationship and intimacy issues • Reproductive issues and fertility journeys • IVF • Stress, burnout and anxiety; panic attacks; anger management • Difficult relationships at the workplace; handling challenging situations • Career and personal development; work-life balance. Together we reflect on repeating unhealthy patterns within your relationships and vicious circles you may feel caught into and foster healthier dynamics. We explore difficult-to-navigate challenges such as: • Anger management • Boundary problems • Intimacy issues • Cheating • Jealousy and insecurity • Lack of trust • Break-up In my practice I also have a passion for supporting men and women in fertility challenges and every emotional and relational aspect of the reproductive journey such as: • negative emotions - fear, anxiety, anger, grief • impact on relationship and intimacy • health anxiety • handling expectations towards the female role • shame and guilt • identity and purpose Fertility journeys can be deeply emotional, overwhelming, and often frustrating. If you are on a long path toward pregnancy, feeling the weight of time and facing uncertainty each day, I want you to know that you are not alone. Staying on this path often takes immense courage, patience, and strength. It can affect many areas of life, including your relationship with your partner, family, and friends, as well as your career, intimacy, and mental health. Together, we can explore the beliefs and emotions tied to your role, identity, and sense of purpose, including the grief and loss that can sometimes accompany this experience. We make space for conversations about resilience, strength, and authenticity. I support people in strengthening their relationships while navigating the pressures, stigma, and societal expectations around if, when, and how to become a parent. We also work on building a healthier inner dialogue and self-care practices, helping you reconnect with yourself and feel more grounded, whole, and authentic. In my practice, I also support individuals who face stigma and challenges on a child-free path, whether by choice or circumstance, so they can live with greater confidence, clarity, and authenticity. Price per session: 50 euros