Oksana Salminen, MPsych

Counseling Psychologist

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“I help adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in difficult relationships, or unsure of themselves to better understand what is happening and find a way forward. I also work with burnout, low self-esteem, loneliness, and major life changes.”

About Me

I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults who are going through emotionally difficult periods in their lives — anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, burnout, loneliness, or major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, confused, or exhausted from trying to cope on their own. My approach is warm, respectful, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you can speak openly without fear of judgement, while also helping you look more deeply at the patterns, emotions, and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck. Therapy with me is not only about understanding why you feel the way you do, but also about finding meaningful and realistic ways forward. I integrate existential therapy, Gestalt therapy, psychodrama, and elements of CBT, adapting the work to each person's needs rather than following a single rigid method. I offer counselling in English and Russian, both online and in person in Tallinn.

Approach

My approach is integrative and tailored to each person. I draw on existential therapy, Gestalt therapy, and psychodrama, depending on the client's needs and the issues we are working with. Together, we explore not only what is happening now, but also the emotions, beliefs and recurring patterns that may be contributing to the difficulty. My aim is to help clients understand themselves more clearly, develop new ways of responding, and make choices that are more consistent with their own needs and values.

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Basic Information

Tallinn, Estonia

In-person & Online

Services

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, burnout, depression, loneliness and major life transitions. I also support clients struggling with overthinking, self-criticism, boundaries, fear of change, difficult decisions, breakups and recurring relationship patterns.

Services Offered:

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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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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Relationship Counselling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Couples Therapy
Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.
Crisis Counselling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
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Divorce Counselling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
Integrative Psychotherapy
An approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models, tailored to the individual, rather than following a single method.

Works With:

Adults
Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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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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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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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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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Identity & Self-Image
A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.
Divorce Coping
The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.
Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Professional Title:

Counseling Psychologist
A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.