My Approach
I am a psychologist-sexologist, working with clients based on schema therapy, which is my main specialization and an accredited method of my work. I also use techniques from other scientifically proven approaches.
Hello! My name is Aliona, I am a psychotherapist and a certified schema therapist (Certified Individual Schema Therapist, ISST).
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My goal is to support and help each person on their journey toward happiness and self-discovery. I believe in the powerful potential of every individual for change and self-improvement.
I work in the field of depth therapy, helping clients to better understand themselves, work through emotional states, traumatic experiences, and improve their quality of life.
Education and Professional Training
🎓 Graduated from the National Pedagogical Dragomanov University with a degree in Psychology (specialization – Social Psychology).
🌍 My diploma is recognized in Sweden according to educational standards (recognized diploma of psychologist in Sweden).
📜 Completed full accredited training and obtained certification as a Certified Individual Schema Therapist (ISST — International Society of Schema Therapy).
🔹 As a psychotherapist, I work using a globally recognized method — schema therapy.
Aliona Shkolenko
  • Psychologist, sexologist, certified schema therapist (ISST)
I am a psychotherapist and sexologist with many years of experience in individual psychotherapy. My specialization includes working with the schema therapy method (ISST), psychology of sexuality, as well as counseling using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) approaches.

I work with topics such as emotional regulation, traumatic experiences, childhood schemas, sexual difficulties, internal conflicts, and developing a healthy connection with the body and self. I help to overcome destructive patterns, improve relationship quality, build self-worth, and find a path to deep mental balance.


  • Professional Development
As a certified schema therapist, I continuously undergo supervision and training with certified European trainers and supervisors. I regularly upgrade my qualifications to work with clients deeply, professionally, and with respect for their unique experience.

  • My Specialization — Individual depth psychotherapy using the schema therapy method (ISST), working with emotional regulation, traumatic experiences, and self-perception. In my practice, I integrate techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), having completed relevant training programs and supervision. I have also completed a one-year educational program on the basics of psychiatry: “Basic Psychiatry within the Integrated Model of CBT Understanding of Mental Health and Mental Disorders.”
  • Cognitive-behavioral approach (CBT) — I apply methods acquired through specialized training programs and supervision;

  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP);

  • Mindfulness practices (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction);

  • Dance movement therapy;

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy for children (DBT-C) and basic level DBT;

  • Unified Protocol — a transdiagnostic approach to working with emotional disorders.

  • I have also completed a one-year program on the basics of psychiatry within the integrated CBT model of understanding mental health and its disorders.

  • My education is a Master’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in Social Psychology, obtained at the National Pedagogical Dragomanov University. I am a certified schema therapist. Additionally, I have completed numerous advanced training courses and workshops in various psychotherapy approaches, including in-depth schema therapy training, CBT techniques, neuro-linguistic programming, and personality typology.

  • My professional values are based on supporting and helping each person achieve mental well-being and self-realization. I believe in the power of psychotherapy and will help find new paths toward health and happiness.

Specialization

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

    Work with persistent anxiety, tension, sleep problems, and fatigue.

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  • Panic attacks

    Help in reducing the frequency and intensity of
    fear attacks and physical symptoms of anxiety.
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  • Fear of uncertainty

    I teach acceptance of change and a flexible attitude toward life's unpredictability.
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  • Obsessive thoughts, rumination, OCD

    Work with recurring thoughts, doubts, and resentments that cause anxiety or guilt.
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  • Depressive states

    Support in states of emotional exhaustion, loss of interest, apathy, and self-devaluation.
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  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

    I use elements of DBT and schema therapy to work with complex emotional
    regulation, impulsivity, and fear of abandonment.

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  • Relationship problems, emotional dependency

    Psychotherapy for conflictual or destructive behavior patterns in close relationships, restoring the ability for secure attachment.
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  • Self-esteem issues, self-criticism

    Work with the inner critic, developing a resilient, accepting self-image.

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  • Sexual difficulties (as a sexologist):

    • Decreased libido
    • Anorgasmia
    • Pain during sexual intercourse (vaginismus, dyspareunia)
    • Difficulties with bodily experience and sexual self-identity
    • Lack of sexual contact in the couple
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  • Psychosomatics, anxiety in the body

    I use mindfulness and body-oriented techniques to learn to
    feel and support my body, reducing physiological tension.
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  • Body work, emotional expression (dance movement therapy)

    I work with clients who have difficulties expressing emotions, helping them to better understand themselves through movement, restore contact with the body, release tension, and process traumatic experiences.
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Education and Qualifications
🎓 Master of Psychology
National Pedagogical Dragomanov University
Specialization — Social Psychology

Qualification: Psychologist, Psychology Lecturer

  • Certified Individual Schema Therapist
    (ISST — International Society of Schema Therapy)
  • Psychologist-sexologist
    Professional work with sexuality, bodily experience, and sexual difficulties in individual and couples therapy.
  • Psychiatric Training
    One-year program on the basics of psychiatry within the integrated CBT model of understanding mental health and its disorders.
  • 📚 Additional areas of training:
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT, DBT-C)
    • Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
    • Mindfulness (MBSR — Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
    • Dance Movement Therapy
    • Personality Typology
Graduated from National Pedagogical Dragomanov University, earned a Master's degree in Psychology, educational program "Social Psychology," professional qualification: psychologist; psychology lecturer.
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