Qualifications

• University of Latvia: Doctoral in Clinical Psychology
• MSc in Clinical Psychology with distinction
• BA in Psychology with distinction
• Training in Gestalt Psychotherapy: Certificate of Gestalt Therapist
• Gottman method couples therapy (Level I and Level II)
• Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Qualification – Clinician trained in EMDR
• Acceptance and Commitment therapy in Practice: Applying ACT as a Process-Based therapy (advanced course)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certification training

Areas of Expertise

• Individual counselling and psychotherapy
• Couple counselling
• Generalised anxiety disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Stress related anxiety and depression
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Professional Experience

Dr Jelena Lubenko has over 17 years of experience as a Psychologist and Psychotherapist. Dr Lubenko's areas of expertise encompass a wide range of services, including interpersonal relationships and parenting, motivation and self-efficacy, eating behaviour, coping with crisis and life transitions, as well as dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Dr Lubenko has a wealth of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples, using an integrative approach that draws from evidence-based methods.

What truly sets Dr Lubenko apart is her belief in the profound impact of genuine self-awareness, nurturing connections with others, the power of acceptance and support, and making intentional choices to lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Languages

• Russian
• Latvian
• English