Szilvia

Szilvia Szőke

Counselor

Verified

“When the current way of living no longer feels resonant or an old identity no longer fits, my goal is to support the navigation of these shifts, uncovering the internal stability and clarity needed to move forward.”

About Me

My work is shaped by a combination of psychological training and real-life experience across different environments. I have a background in Social Studies and spent several years living abroad, which deepened my understanding of how people adapt, change, and rebuild their sense of self in unfamiliar situations. Later, working in software development strengthened my ability to see patterns clearly and understand how underlying systems shape behavior. Alongside this, I’ve gone through my own periods of transition, times when direction felt unclear and old identities no longer worked. This is what allows me to meet you not just professionally, but with real understanding. I completed a 3-year training in Integral Psychology at the Integral Academy in Budapest. My work focuses on helping you understand the deeper patterns behind your thoughts, emotions, and decisions, so change becomes clearer and more grounded.

Approach

Our work together focuses on helping you understand what is really going on beneath the surface of your thoughts and feelings. Instead of rushing into solutions, we slow things down and create space to see your patterns more clearly, especially the internal conflicts that keep you stuck. You can think of this as working with different “parts” of yourself: the part that wants change, the part that is afraid, the part that feels lost. When these begin to work together instead of against each other, clarity and direction emerge naturally. I draw from Integral Psychology, parts work, and practical tools to help you turn these insights into real changes in your everyday life. The process is collaborative, grounded, and non-judgmental. My role is not to give you answers, but to help you find ones that truly feel right for you. If you’re going through a period of uncertainty or change, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Feel free to reach out. We can start with a simple conversation and explore whether this feels like a good fit.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • 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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  • 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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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • 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.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Procrastination

    The habitual delay of important tasks despite knowing the consequences, often driven by underlying anxiety, perfectionism, or fear of failure.

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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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  • Self-Care

    Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

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  • Spiritual Exploration

    Questions of meaning, purpose, faith, and spiritual experience as they relate to psychological well-being and personal identity.

Professional Title:

  • Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Credentials

Qualifications

Integral Counselor

Integral Academy

Year: 2025

Service Areas

In-person & Online

Budapest

Hungary

Also serving online:

Budapest