Anna Skrzypiec

My name is Anna Skrzypiec. I have a Master’s degree in psychology and licensed CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy) psychotherapist. In my work, I also use elements of Schema Therapy and the third wave of CBT (ACT, DBT). I work individually and with couples.

My education:

SWPS University, Warsaw, Poland, EU – Psychology
University of Charleston, West Virginia, USA – Psychology
4-year School of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy CBT-EDU
1st degree in couples therapy training at the Gottmann Institute in New York, USA

I work with adults who experience problems in relationships – mainly  with with couples and marriages. I support couples at all life stages who encounter various problems including frequent conflicts, life transitions, parenting issues, problems with communication and trust. I specialize in working with multicultural, biracial, intercultural couples who look for help and encounter specific problems. I provide culturally sensitive psychotherapy for expats.

I also work with people experiencing anxiety disorders (e.g. fear of flying), depressive disorders, adaptive disorders, with people with personality disorders (borderline) or with psychosomatic difficulties (e.g. bowel disorders)

My mission is to support others on their way to a happy and fulfilling life. I greatly respect my patients for the effort they make in first applying for therapy and then participating in meetings. I like to observe how tension and difficult emotions related to problematic situations for them are released, giving way to new and more pleasant ones to experience. It is a very interesting process that will not succeed without mutual commitment. I consider it a great privilege to witness/participate in making such important changes in the life of another person.

Outside the office: I spend my time actively, most often outdoors – riding a horse or a bike, swimming, sailing or walking in the forest – if the weather allows it 🙂

Two books that I recommend to my clients are: “Chance is not everything” by Elliot Aronson and “Nonviolent Communication. On the Language of Life” by Marshall B. Rosenberg