Beata Knap

As a psychotherapist, I work with people who report difficulties in their relationships, are experiencing emotional crises, wish to explore their past, or want to break out of recurring patterns. In my work, I integrate the following approaches: cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), analysing how external and internal stimuli, thoughts and emotions influence behaviour or the lack thereof; the psychodynamic approach, analysing the conscious and unconscious and deepening self-understanding; and the systemic approach, analysing transgenerational patterns, family and cultural transmissions, and seeking the sources of current difficulties in the past. My working philosophy is closely aligned with the humanistic approach, taking into account the existential search for meaning. What is particularly important to me is creating a safe environment for lasting change. In the therapeutic relationship, I focus on mindful presence and deep empathy, so as to bring difficult issues to the surface and transform them into safe energy, vitality and acceptance.