Mihaela

Mrs Mihaela Nicolaescu, BPsych

Psychotherapist

verified by TherapyRoute

I help clients identify, heal, and resolve the underlying causes of what holds them back through a collaborative process that fosters healing and personal evolution.

About Me

I've always been deeply fascinated by the human mind—how we think, feel, and heal—and what makes it possible to move from pain, confusion, and struggle into greater clarity, strength, and aliveness. I truly believe that meaningful change and deep healing are not just possible, they happen when someone is met with genuine understanding, the right tools, and a safe, nurturing space where they can finally slow down and be themselves. In our work together, I invite you to pause and gently explore your emotional world at a pace that feels right for you. We'll dive into what you're carrying, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and build new ways of relating to yourself and others that bring lasting relief and empowerment.

Approach

My work is anchored in a profound understanding of change mechanisms and how to apply them to your unique identity and aspirations. I facilitate profound transformations by delving deeply into the core issues that fuel your challenges. I go beyond addressing surface-level symptoms to uncover the underlying causes that block your personal growth and well-being. Through gentle exploration and evidence-based interventions, I create a safe and supportive space for you to delve into your innermost thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. My approach facilitates Memory Reconsolidation, a natural healing process in the brain that can be disrupted by trauma and attachment wounds. With this method, I help you overcome past traumas, promote personal growth, and facilitate healing.
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Basic Information

Services


Psychotherapy, Counseling

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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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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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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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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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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  • Online Therapy

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

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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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  • Relationship Issues

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

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  • Forgiveness

    The psychological process of releasing resentment or anger toward someone who has caused harm, a complex emotional journey rather than a simple decision.

  • 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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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Codependency

    A relational pattern in which a person's sense of identity and self-worth becomes excessively tied to caring for or controlling another person, often at their own expense.

  • Divorce Coping

    The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.

  • Guilt or Forgiveness

    Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.

  • Inadequacy

    A persistent inner sense of not being good enough, often rooted in early experiences and manifesting as self-doubt, comparison, or avoidance.

Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications


Bachelor of Psychology

Babes-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca

Year: 2005

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology

Romanian Association for Brief, Collaborative, Resource-Oriented, and Solution-Focused Therapies (ARTS&CORS).

Year: 2020

Postgraduate Certificate

International Society of Schema Therapy

Year: 2018

Registrations


Romanian College of Psychologists (CRP)

Psychologist

Registration: 20888

Memberships


Colegiul Psihologilor din România (CPR)

Service Area


Nicolaescu Mihaela Cabinet Individual de Psihologie

In-person & Online

Bucharest, Bucharest

Romania

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