Mariia Karpenko

Psychologist

“I am here to support you in reconnecting with yourself and living a more grounded, meaningful life. I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach in both therapy and breathwork, and tailor each session to your needs.”

About Me

I’m a psychologist and a breathwork facilitator, with an MSc in Learning & Development in Organizations and another MSc in Psychology currently being finalized. Before returning to clinical practice, I worked in international corporate environments - an experience that largely contributed to how I relate to stress, growth, and change in expat professionals. Over the last 15 years I’ve lived and studied in Ukraine, the UAE, and the Netherlands, and I bring this international perspective into my practice.

Approach

My work is integrative and client-centered, grounded in Schema Therapy and added on by cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches. Every client is different, so I adapt the approach and techniques we use to your needs and pace. Together, we look at your current thoughts, behaviors, and relational patterns while also exploring their deeper roots: early experiences, basic needs, and internalized beliefs. This process can help you better understand yourself and open space for change. I offer a safe space where you can reflect, explore, and grow at your own pace. Having lived in multiple countries and worked in high-pressure environments, I can relate to the complex experiences of expats and professionals navigating stress, identity, and transitions. It is my intention to support you on your journey of healing and self-discovery to the best of my ability. Are you ready to explore your story with me? Contact me and we can find the best way to work together.

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Basic Information

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Services

Services Offered:

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Schema Therapy
A therapy that identifies deep, long-standing emotional patterns (schemas) formed in childhood and works to change the ones that cause recurring problems.
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Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Free Consultation
A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.
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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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Works With:

•Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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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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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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Professional Title:

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Psychologist
A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Qualifications

Maastricht University

Lviv Polytechnic National University

Registrations

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Service Area

Online

In-person & Online

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland

Netherlands