Olga is an integrative psychotherapist who believes that therapy should be as unique as the individual. She is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level I trained which equips her with unique tools to go beyond traditional talk therapy and help clients deeply explore and transform the conflicted parts of themselves. In her practice, she uses modern approaches, including IFS, Polyvagal theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB), to support holistic healing and foster lasting change.
Olga graduated from Northwestern University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Previously, she received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Computer Science and Human-Computer Interaction at DePaul University.
Olga is trained in psychodynamic traditions. She is a trauma-informed, psychoanalytically- informed, and solution-focused therapist who favors creative approaches and embraces a multicultural lens. Through continued education and participation in international conferences, Olga collaborates with leading professionals in the field of psychology all over the world and incorporates elements of other cultures in her practice, such as Scandinavian world-leading methodologies for raising happy children and Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) among others. Olga works with families, including helping neurodivergent children feel comfortable in a neurotypical world.
Olga has a multidisciplinary background in psychology, computer science, sports, and visual arts. In her previous career, Olga worked as a software engineer at the world’s leading consulting firm. While working in a high-pressure corporate environment, Olga became interested in finding a life/work balance and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through understanding the importance of mental health and mind-body connection. Olga is passionate about helping her clients find harmony in life through various forms of therapy. Olga employs elements of art therapy in her clinical practice to facilitate the holistic development of children and foster parental comprehension of their children’s needs. Olga, a former athlete, deeply understands the demands of competitive sports. Using sports psychology, she helps athletes improve performance through mental skills training, managing anxiety, building resilience and confidence, addressing past trauma, and enhancing team communication.
Olga brings a unique perspective to therapy, integrating modern methodologies, classical elements of psychoanalysis, evidence-based research, creativity, and empathy into her practice.
Specializations: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Trauma, Relationship and Intimacy issues, Mind-Body Connection, Sexual Issues, Work/Life balance, Self-awareness and Emotion Regulation, Nervous System Regulation, Performance Anxiety, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Phobias..
Currently working with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Athletes, Refugees, LGBTQ+ community.
Theoretical lens and certifications: Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level I, Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sports Psychology, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Currently in training for Brainspotting, Psychoanalysis, Polyvagal Theory, and Integrative Sex and Couples certification.
