Nahaluk Tamara Kostiantynivna

Education:

• Drahomanov Ukrainian State University, Faculty of Psychology, specialty “Psychology”;
• Drahomanov Ukrainian State University, Faculty of Special and Inclusive Education, Master’s degree in “Clinical Psychology”;
• Baltic Institute of Psychotherapy, Psychodrama course

Membership in associations, societies; attending conferences, thematic improvement courses:

• member of the Association of Psychologists of Ukraine;
• international internship “Support of mental health of servicemen and their family members in war and post-war times” (Estonia, 2024);
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) course “Short-Term Models of Crisis Counseling” (Israel, 2024);
• open workshop “Shame and Guilt” led by psychodramatherapist Oded Nave (Latvia, 2025).

Scientific activity:

• regular participation in national and international conferences, seminars, and professional trainings;
• implementation of modern evidence-based psychological methods in practice.

Teaching and / or lecturing:

• speaker at the 12th International Interdisciplinary Scientific and Practical Conference “Art Therapy Space: Vectors of Healing in Wartime” (Chernivtsi, 2025);
• speaker at the 16th All-Ukrainian Scientific and Practical Conference “Prospects for the Development of Modern Psychology” (2025).

Areas of professional development:

• psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults;
• experience as a volunteer psychologist in frontline and recently liberated territories;
• experience in psychological support for military personnel and veterans;
• work according to innovative and experimental programs;
• use of modern evidence-based methodologies and individual approach to each client;
• conducting open educational events and trainings for children, adults, and colleagues.
• “My work provides a safe, structured support space where a person can discuss difficult topics without fear of judgment and receive professional help. I work gently but structurally. Delicately — and professionally at the same time.”

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• working with adults: anxiety and depressive states; emotional exhaustion and professional burnout; post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and consequences of traumatic events; coping with life crises (divorce, loss, betrayal, change of life circumstances); self-esteem issues and internal conflicts; relationship work — couple crises, communication breakdown, emotional distance, recurring conflicts;
• working with children and adolescents: comprehensive psychodiagnostics of development; dynamic monitoring of psychological state; work with neurodevelopmental features, including autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and speech and cognitive delays; support for anxiety, fears, behavioral difficulties, impulsivity or aggression; psychological support for adolescents during developmental crises, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, self-harm.
• Common issues addressed: life appears stable externally, but internal anxiety grows; relationships continue but sense of closeness decreases; professional success achieved, but satisfaction declines; child’s behavior raises concerns.
• “Each session with a psychologist is a safe space where adults and children can remove masks and feel whole. Sessions with a child or adolescent help understand themselves and work on anxiety, fears, and behavioral difficulties. Systematic interaction with parents consolidates changes, strengthens the child’s internal support, and improves family relationships. Adult consultations promote confidence, inner stability, and harmony in relationships.”

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• psychiatry;
• neuropsychology;
• psychogenetics;
• psychological rehabilitation;
• modern evidence-based psychotherapy.
• “It is important for me to see the person holistically — in the interconnection of biological processes, psyche, and life experience.”

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• “I value harmony between professional activity and personal life. I enjoy reading, discovering new worlds through literature, traveling, and spending time with family. I believe that professional depth begins with internal maturity and balance. Hobbies for me are a source of inspiration, empathy, and broadening of worldview, which becomes an additional resource in working with clients.”

Doctor's advice:

• “Sometimes life appears stable externally, but anxiety or exhaustion grows internally. Relationships may continue, but the sense of closeness disappears. Professional success does not always bring satisfaction. A child’s behavior may be concerning even if overall development is age-appropriate. Recognizing even one of these states is already reason not to deal with it alone. Psychological difficulties do not resolve on their own, but they are much easier to address at an early stage. Consulting a psychologist is not only for when things become unbearable. It is about responsibly managing your inner state and family well-being. Sometimes one consultation is enough to better understand yourself and determine next steps. If you hesitate — it is normal. But the first step can be taken now. I am ready to support you professionally and safely in this process.”