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Psychology as a tool for transformation and growth.

From trauma to wholeness.

From constraint to freedom.

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My approach is a dynamic, holistic method that combines the power of science, the wisdom of the body and the guidance of consciousness.

I trained at leading European and Russian universities, and I see each approach not merely as a tool, but as a way of understanding and supporting people in their uniqueness and wholeness.

ISP (Integral Somatic Psychology™) combines neuroscience, psychology, bodywork, yoga and Eastern teachings.

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Existential analysis is a form of therapy that explores profound questions: who am I, what is the purpose of my life, and how can I embrace freedom and responsibility.

approaches I use in my work

Elena Romanchenko’s proprietary method focuses on a safe and gradual approach to traumatic material.

This approach works with invisible family systems and generational dynamics that we inherit on epigenetic level.

Through gentle exercises—breathing, stretching, and paying attention to your body—you can sense where emotions and blockages are held, and learn to gently release them.

Developed by Arnold Mindell, this therapy works with bodily sensations, dreams, movement and group dynamics, viewing them as a ‘treatment for the soul’.

Developed by Eric Berne, TA is a technique for developing awareness in communication: you explore your inner roles—Parent, Adult, Child—and the patterns of interaction (‘games’) that recur in your life.

Existential analysis

Further information on the method: Existenzanalyse International and Alfred Längle (a student of Viktor Frankl) ([existenzanalyse.org][1]).

A depth-oriented, phenomenological approach that explores meaning, freedom and responsibility in life.
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Existential analysis is a form of therapy that explores profound questions: who am I, what is the purpose of my life, and how can I embrace freedom and responsibility? It helps you step off autopilot, find your personal ‘anchors' (values, relationships) and build a life based on conscious choices. It is like a personal philosophical dialogue, where you will find clarity and maturity. It is particularly relevant during crises of meaning, existential anxiety, and when choosing a life path.

What is it?

For those who are searching for meaning in life, feel a sense of inner emptiness, or find themselves stuck in chronic conditions.

Who is it for?

Through dialogue, exploring existential foundations (meaning, values, sense of belonging, identity), experiencing and taking responsibility for one’s choices.

How does it work?

The meaning of life, identity crises, choice and responsibility, loss and the search for stability.

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ISP – Integrative Somatic Psychotherapy

Founder — Raja Selvam, PhD, Integral Somatic Psychology™ ([integralsomaticpsychology.com][2]).

A contemporary psychophysical approach to working with emotions, the body and the nervous system.

ISP (Integral Somatic Psychology™) developed by Raja Selvam - it combines neuroscience, psychology, bodywork, yoga and Eastern teachings. Through breathing, movement and mindfulness of bodily reactions, the therapy gently helps to process stress, trauma and emotional blockages. This is not merely ‘talking', but a profound practice of experiencing emotions and the physical sensation of freedom, re-establishing contact with the body, and developing the ability to hear and understand the body. It is ideal for recovery from trauma, managing stress and developing emotional regulation skills.

What is it?

For people suffering from trauma, chronic stress, physical and emotional distress, and psychosomatic conditions (such as sleepimg disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal problems, migraines and others).

Who is it for?

Mindfulness techniques, breathing, movement, body awareness — finding a balance between the body and emotions, working on nervous system regulation.

How does it work?

Trauma, emotional regulation, somatic symptoms, emotional engagement, inner energy and mental health.

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Trauma Therapy (Elena Romanchenko)

The method is based on BODynamics (Bodynamic Somatic Developmental Psychology).
Find out more: Bodynamic International’s official website
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description on Trauma Integration Frankfurt
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BODynamics is an integrative body-oriented psychotherapy that helps to unlock the individual’s inner resources through work with muscular structures and the development of body awareness. Founded in Denmark in the 1960s under the guidance of Lisbeth Marcher, the method is based on the Bodymap — a map of more than 125 muscles, where each muscle is linked to a specific psychological function. By testing muscle tone, ‘deficient' and ‘over-tensed' areas are identified, corresponding to missed stages of development. The work involves specific movements and gentle physical contact that activate ‘ego functions' — such as spatial positioning, boundaries, confidence, energy and connection. As a result, the client regains lost skills, restores physical and emotional balance, feels like a whole person and gains freedom of choice.

An integrative mind-body approach that works with muscular structures and stages of psycho-emotional development.

Elena Romanchenko’s method focused on a safe and gradual approach to traumatic experiences. The work is based on the principle of ‘small dose — high safety': strengthening boundaries, respecting feelings, and gradually integrating experiences. This helps to restore wholeness, rebuild resilience and re-establish inner stability. It is particularly useful for chronic anxiety, dissociation, developmental trauma, chronic physical symptoms, muscle spasms and deep-seated trauma.

What is it?

For people with self-regulation difficulties, developmental trauma, low energy levels, or a lack of confidence.

Who is it for?

Through muscle testing and specific movements, inner resources are activated and personal integrity is restored.

How does it work?

Deficits in psycho-emotional development, developmental trauma, difficulties with self-regulation, low self-confidence, low energy levels, challenges in relationships and with self-esteem, RPP, being overweight, financial and relationship problems

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Systemic Family Therapy and Constellations — Bert Hellinger

This approach views the family as a single living entity — a system in which each member influences the others and reflects family dynamics. Anna Varga, a candidate of psychological sciences and author of the books ‘Systemic Family Psychotherapy' (2001) and ‘Systemic Psychotherapy for Married Couples' (2016), trained at the Milan School and has actively developed clear, practical frameworks for family therapy book24.ru+11tiledi.ru+11chitatnik.com+11.

The method helps to identify hidden connections, generational patterns, recurring scenarios and emotional ‘knots' that hinder harmony. The work is carried out using genograms, dialogue between family members or based on the client’s account, and role-reversals — to see and rethink existing patterns. This is not simply a conversation about feelings, but a reformatting of the family system at the level of interactions and programmes.

An approach that explores family and generational dynamics through system modelling and analysis.

This approach works with family systems and generational dynamics that are invisible to the naked eye. Through body-based spatial modelling (constellations), family patterns, ‘invisible' connections, ancestral trauma and epigenetic inheritances are revealed. The client represents family members, whilst the psychotherapist does not intervene — they merely help to observe the movements of the field. This allows one to see where problems originate and to free oneself from family ‘energy knots'. It is effective for family conflicts, misallocation of roles, and recurring life scenarios.

What is it?

Individuals, families and couples experiencing conflict, recurring patterns, relationship issues, financial difficulties, difficulties in achieving their goals, infertility, the loss of children, divorce, bankruptcy, starvation, poverty and much more.

Who is it for?

Through genograms, dialogue and constellations, hidden patterns are revealed and family relationships are transformed.

How does it work?

Family conflicts, generational trauma, behavioural patterns, family myths, conflicts within a couple or family, divorce, parenting crises, family taboos and ‘family myths', identifying and transforming behavioural patterns, bankruptcy, repression, imprisonment, RPP, childhood illnesses, loss of children, infertility and other topics

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Process-Oriented Psychology

Founder: Arnold Mindell; Process Work Institute ([aamindell.net][4]).

Psychotherapy that works with unconscious processes through the body, dreams, the voice and group dynamics.

Developed by Arnold Mindell (a student of Fritz Perls) and his wife, this therapy works with bodily sensations, dreams, movement and group dynamics, viewing them as a ‘treatment for the soul'. You learn to distinguish between signals from the body and unconscious processes, and to transform them through movement, voice and symbol. It is suitable for people with deep-seated unconscious conflicts, creative crises, and interpersonal and social tensions.

What is it?

For people experiencing deep-seated inner conflicts, creative crises or interpersonal tensions.

Who is it for?

Interpreting the body’s signals and the unconscious, transforming conflicts through movement and symbols.

How does it work?

The unconscious, conflicts, creativity, social and group issues.

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Body-oriented therapy

A practice that uses breathing, movement and relaxation to release physical and emotional blockages.

Through gentle somatic practices such as conscious breathing, mindful stretching, and body awareness, you begin to sense how emotions and stress are expressed through the body — in the breath, muscles, posture, stomach, chest, jaw, throat, or shoulders. This approach is based on the understanding that the body is not separate from emotional life: it constantly carries signals about safety, tension, exhaustion, fear, and unresolved experience.

By learning to notice these signals with presence rather than force, the nervous system gradually becomes more regulated, the mind becomes clearer, and the body begins to release chronic holding patterns. This can support stress reduction, emotional balance, and a stronger mind-body connection, making it especially valuable for people experiencing chronic tension, psychosomatic symptoms, emotional burnout, anxiety, or disconnection from themselves..

what is it?

For people experiencing chronic stress, tension, physical symptoms, emotional and muscular blockages, and panic attacks

Who is it for?

Through mindful physical awareness, we reconnect with ourselves and reduce tension.

How does it work?

Physical tension, stress, emotional regulation, psychosomatics, insomnia, RPP, PA, aggressive outbursts

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Transactional Analysis

Developed by Eric Berne, TA is a skill for mindful communication: you explore your inner roles—Parent, Adult, Child—and the patterns of interaction (‘games’) that recur in your life. By understanding the structure of transactions, you can break free from unconscious patterns and build mature relationships. It is suitable for those who wish to improve their relationships and communication, and to understand their inner psychological processes.

Founder: Eric Berne; official website and ITAA ([ericberne.com][5]).

[Educational background]

Diplomas

[Additional training]

Certificates

[Additional training]

Diplomas in Psychology

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