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Miss Sofiya Valshonok
CBT Psychotherapist
verified by TherapyRoute
“I help individuals and couples navigate life's complexities. Whether you're managing anxiety, exploring relationship concerns, or navigating professional changes, I offer practical support. We can work together using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to understand your thoughts and build resilience. I provide flexible online and face-to-face sessions, making it easier to find tools that foster well-being and confidence. ”
About Me
As a CBT Psychotherapist & Couples and Sex Counselor I provide treatment of depression and anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, chronic stress, burnout, sexual issues, layoffs, sleep disorders, addiction, self-confidence, OCD, relationship and parenting difficulties, couples & sex therapy.
CBT and career counseling in online sessions & face to face meetings.
Approach
Facing anxiety, relationship strain or career change, I structure therapy around clear, doable steps and short experiments you can try between sessions. From my Herzliya office or via online meetings I offer work in English, Hebrew, Russian and Ukrainian, keeping sessions focused, time-limited and paced to your needs. We identify patterns, test unhelpful thoughts, practice alternative responses and use grounding or imagery when memories or intense feelings arise, adjusting methods gently over time. People who want practical, steady progress tend to find this helpful.
Services
Individual Therapy
I’m Sofiya Valshonok, a psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and integrative approaches such as mindfulness, EMDR, therapeutic games and various body and soul relaxation techniques. I provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, helping them overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma, stress, and emotional difficulties. My approach is practical and results-oriented — I focus on giving clients effective tools to create real change and maintain emotional balance independently after therapy ends. Sessions are available in Herzliya and online via Zoom, in Hebrew, English, and Russian.
Couples and Family Therapy & Sex Therapy
In my work with couples and families, I help partners improve communication, strengthen emotional and physical intimacy, and rebuild trust. I also offer sex therapy for individuals and couples who wish to address issues related to desire, performance anxiety, or relationship dynamics. My goal is to create a safe, open space where both partners can express themselves, understand each other’s needs, and build a deeper, more fulfilling connection.
Services Offered:
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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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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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.
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Family Therapy
A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.
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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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Guided Visualisation
A relaxation technique in which a therapist guides you through calming mental imagery to reduce stress, anxiety, or pain.
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Sex Therapy
Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.
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Addiction Counselling
Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.
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Child / Adolescent Therapy
Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.
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Works With:
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- •Children
- •Couples
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
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Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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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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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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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Sexual Issues
Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Bipolar
A mood disorder involving episodes of mania (abnormally elevated mood and energy) alternating with episodes of depression, affecting judgement, sleep, and daily functioning.
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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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Divorce Coping
The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.
Professional Title:
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CBT Psychotherapist
A psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, an evidence-based approach that changes unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.
Qualifications
Yaroslav the Wise National Law University
Yaroslav the Wise National Law University
