Kseniya Zhuzha, Ph.D.

I have extensive experience providing therapy to young adults and university students. I particularly enjoy helping clients work though feelings of loss, shame, and anger, multicultural issues, and the impact of unhealthy relationships. I strongly believe that, as humans, we grow, improve, and find happiness through authentic and caring relationships. I bring this value into my therapeutic work with clients through open and collaborative approach. I view therapy as a partnership between us. You define the problem areas you want to work on, and I use my clinical knowledge to help you make the desired changes. I will be straightforward with you and will challenge you while giving you my genuine warmth and care. I also believe that culture and society play an important role in how we experience life. Working with you, I will strive to unpack how cultural expectations and societal influences are a part of your concerns. We will also discuss if culture and community can be a part of your healing. Because you will be putting time, money, and energy into therapy, I encourage you to choose a psychotherapist carefully. You should feel comfortable with the provider you choose and hopeful about the therapy process. If you are interested in my services, please contact me to schedule an appointment or for a brief consultation to determine if I will be a good fit for your needs. I provide therapy exclusively via telehealth to clients located in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CO, DE, DC, GA, IL, KY, MO, MN, NE, NV, NH, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WV. I hold E.Passport, Mobility Number 5853, which allows me to practice teletherapy in states that have enacted PSYPACT legislation. More technical information about me and my approach for those who are interested: I am a licensed psychologist with a PhD in counseling psychology from Auburn University. As I believe that no two people are the same, I like to adjust my approach based on your needs and preferences. I use psychodynamic and emotion focused (EFT) therapies to help clients understand and work through difficult emotions and improve their interpersonal relationships. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques with clients who are looking to develop specific coping skills. For some anxiety disorders, I integrate exposure and response prevention work. When it comes to trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder, I can also utilize cognitive processing therapy (CPT) approach. You and I will talk at length about your needs and preferences to determine which approach suits you best.