Psychology and Neurofeedback Clinic

03/27/2026

La Jolla Beach, San Diego, CA

02/11/2026

12/01/2025

Body Worlds- the exhibition of real bodies from donors in Amsterdam.

09/21/2025

BCACC yearly conference. Growing professionally together with my Ukrainian colleagues 💙💛

07/21/2025

05/31/2025

My trip to 📍St. John’s, Newfoundland — where the ocean roars, the wind bites, and the houses smile. 🏠🌈
They call them Jellybean Row — a kaleidoscope of cheerful colours lined up along steep hills and foggy cliffs. But these aren’t just pretty pictures — they’re powerful psychology in action! 🧠💛

Here are 5 psychology-inspired reasons why these vibrant homes make so much sense:

1️⃣ Colour Therapy (Chromotherapy)
When the world outside is grey, frozen, or foggy — bright colours can help lift your mood. Warm hues like red, yellow, and orange are known to boost energy and optimism. These houses are basically happiness wrapped in vinyl siding!

2️⃣ Cognitive Reframing
Living in a cold and harsh climate? Paint your house pink! It’s like telling your brain, “Winter’s not that bad!” The colours help us reinterpret our environment in a more positive way — a small act of resistance against gloom.

3️⃣ Sense of Identity
Each house has its own personality. Choosing a unique colour can give homeowners a sense of control, individuality, and even belonging — all important for mental well-being.

4️⃣ Environmental Psychology
Research shows that our physical spaces affect our emotions. Streets filled with vibrant, inviting colours encourage walking, social connection, and even lower stress levels. It’s harder to feel isolated when your whole neighbourhood looks like a candy store!

5️⃣ Memory & Recognition
The colourful facades also make it easier to navigate and remember places — especially helpful in a city where fog rolls in like a blanket. And there’s something comforting about easily spotting “the blue house with yellow trim” — it grounds us in familiarity and safety.

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Next time you’re feeling grey, take a cue from St. John’s — and maybe paint your world a little brighter. 🎨💙💚💛

04/28/2025

Today’s meeting with Gabor Maté and Marta Thorsheim on the topic of supporting people in grief reminded me of several very important truths that I want to keep in my heart and share with you:

💔 Grieving never fully ends. It moves in waves — sometimes it becomes easier, sometimes harder. We need to learn to live alongside this feeling.

💔 It is important to accept the loss. To realize and come to terms with the fact that the loved one will never again appear in our life.

💔 The greatest challenge in grieving is the lack of support. Very often, a person is left alone with their pain.

💔 The beginning and end of life are accompanied by tears and suffering. Birth and death are two parts of one great circle.

💔 Rituals ease the grieving process. Prayer, song, dance, sharing a meal, keeping a journal — all of these hold deep healing meaning.

🌿 This is just a part of the reflections that I will carry with me after this profound conversation. I will definitely rewatch the recording of the meeting that Maple Hope Foundation will share after translating it into Ukrainian.

💖 Take care of yourselves and those around you.
Love. Support. Accept.
❤️‍🩹 Where there is the pain of loss, there was great love.

03/21/2025

Happy International Day of Happiness!🎉💕😁
💛 How to Stay Happy Every Day 💛

Happiness isn’t just luck—it’s a habit! Even in tough times, we can train our minds and bodies to feel joy. Here are some simple but powerful ways to boost happiness daily:

✨ Move Your Body – Exercise releases endorphins, your natural mood boosters! Even a short walk can work wonders.

🌞 Get Sunlight & Fresh Air – Nature has a magical way of lifting our spirits. Step outside, breathe deeply, and soak up some sun.

📖 Practice Gratitude – Take a moment to reflect on what you’re grateful for. Even small things count!

😂 Laugh Often – Watch a comedy, scroll through funny memes, or call that one friend who always makes you smile.

🍫 Enjoy Small Pleasures – Treat yourself to your favorite chocolate, listen to good music, or dance like nobody’s watching!

🤗 Connect with Loved Ones – Hugs, kind words, and meaningful conversations boost oxytocin, the “love hormone.”

💖 Give & Help Others – Acts of kindness don’t just make the world better; they also make you happier.

Happiness isn’t about waiting for perfect moments—it’s about making the most of now! 💫 What’s one thing that makes you happy? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️💛

11/10/2024

Finding strength together. Our therapy group is a safe space for women who escaped the horrors of war in Ukraine. We share stories, rebuild resilience, and support one another on the path to healing. Together, we turn pain into empowerment and create plans for a brighter future.

10/31/2024

We are starting a new group therapy for Ukrainian women, who escaped from the war. You will learn how to reduce worries, anxiety and negative emotions. I will teach you how to find a balance, reach your goals and find meaning in a new country. You have a right to be Happy. Three Saturdays, 10 am-4pm. Free. Please register. 💙💛💙💛💙💛