- Focus on relationships
- Skill building approach
- Affirming support
About Sylwia
Sylwia has worked with people recovering from complex trauma and from experiences tied to social and spiritual oppression. Their background includes helping people affected by cis- and hetero-normativity and those who have caused harm and want to change their behavior. They also have experience with kink and alternative subcultures such as BDSM and polyamory.
The approach centers on clear education and building skills. Sylwia uses evidence-based tools and helps clients make specific plans. Sessions focus on improving daily functioning, relationships, self-soothing, and accountability through concrete steps and practice.
Sylwia aims to validate and affirm clients while helping them find personal power. Work in therapy is collaborative: goals are set together and progress is reviewed regularly. The overall aim is to help clients develop an individualized blueprint for living that they can use on their own.
Clients can expect a mix of teaching, skills practice, and problem-solving. Sylwia emphasizes measurable changes in quality of life and relationships, rather than abstract theory. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats directly.
How therapy approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for relationship stress, anxiety about jealousy, and behaviors people want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches skills to shift unhelpful patterns, which is helpful for addiction-related behaviors and ADHD challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate on which methods fit a client's goals and day-to-day life. Decisions are guided by what the person needs, how they prefer to learn, and what shows helpful results in early sessions.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are listed by the therapist. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It also lets people choose quieter surroundings, use shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid being on camera when that feels better. Licensed professionals can combine teaching, skills practice, and planning in virtual sessions to help clients apply new tools to real situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does this therapist address?
Sylwia works with relationship and intimacy-related concerns, jealousy, addictions, and ADHD. Additional areas include body image, communication problems, caregiver stress, and issues related to adoption or foster care.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The style is practical and collaborative, combining psychoeducation with skills practice. Sessions focus on concrete plans to improve relationships, self-soothing, and daily functioning.
What experience does the clinician have?
They have 14 years of experience working with people recovering from complex trauma and with those affected by social or spiritual oppression. Their work includes experience with kink and alternative subcultures.
What credentials and location are listed?
The therapist is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working together?
Start by selecting the continue button on this profile and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.