Laurentiu Nicolae Costrut
(he/him)
Integrative Psychotherapist
Available for new clients
Therapy with me is a supportive, judgment-free space where we work collaboratively using evidence-based approaches to help you navigate challenges at your own pace.
I specialize in:
At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 1 year and 280+ sessions on It's Complicated
Offers free 25 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from LaurentiuWherever you are on your path, I offer a safe, compassionate space and a flexible schedule. Reach out anytime!
Usually responds within 2 hours
About me
I awakened to a profound truth about our fractured connections - with self, others, and nature - that transformed my path as an IFS psychotherapist.
Bringing together my MSc in Clinical Psychology and 13 years of cross-cultural experience across four countries (I offer sessions in English, French, and Romanian), I create transformative spaces where your inner world can safely unfold.
Through Internal Family Systems (IFS)Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Polyvagal Theory, I guide individuals beyond anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt toward authentic healing. My approach goes beyond symptom management to rekindle the vital connections that make you whole. It is here that resilience blooms and lasting change takes root.
I find deep inspiration in traveling, nature, and the ocean—being so close to it carries a magic that has been proven to rekindle our connection to nature, ease eco-anxiety, and foster a sense of belonging with ourselves, others, and the planet.
International Member of the American Psychological Association (APA) – C2001539671 (Certificate),
Member of the Association of Psychologists in Romania – A-7437 (APSI),
Member of the Constructivist Psychologists Association in Portugal – 261 (SPPC).
I speak:
EnglishFrenchRomanian
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
CFT: Compassion-Focused TherapyRecommended for those who want to be kinder to themselves and reduce negative self-talk, often using mindfulness techniques.
IFS: Internal Family SystemsRecommended for those who want to explore and heal the different parts of themselves that might feel conflicted or overwhelmed.
Positive psychotherapyRecommended for those who want to focus on building strengths, increasing happiness, and enhancing their overall well-being, rather than just focusing on problems.
Life’s deepest challenges often arise when we feel disconnected from ourselves and others. In these moments, you don’t have to walk alone. I offer a supportive, transformative space where healing unfolds naturally, guided by compassion and evidence-based approaches.
Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Polyvagal Theory, our work goes beyond surface-level change. Together, we will:
Explore your inner world, helping different parts of you find their voice, purpose, and safety.
Use IFS and CFT to foster self-compassion and uncover pathways to healing.
Apply insights from Polyvagal Theory to support nervous system regulation, resilience, and deeper connection.
Experience
7 years in practice280+ sessions on It's ComplicatedAbout 1 year at It's Complicated
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IFS & Compassion focused therapist
CEO, Mind Renew
Revolutionizing mental and relational health through empowering individuals and groups to reclaim well-being with groundbreaking digital tools and transformative therapies.
Internal Family Systems Therapist
Providing integrative therapeutic interventions to adults using approaches such as IFS, CFT, CBT and contemplative practices.
Guest Teacher, IPW Hochschule Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences, DE
Leading experiential compassion-based training sessions on psychological well-being and equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I).
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Clinical Internships:
Clinical and Research Internship, Orange Medical Center, PT
Psychologist Intern FEDASIL WSP, Brussels, BE
Psychiatric Emergency Unit Internship , University Hospital of Neuropsychiatry, Brasov, RO
Education
MSc Clinical & Health Psychology, Utrecht University, Netherlands
MSc Social & Intercultural Psychology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium
BSc in Psychology, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
BSc in Psychology, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
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Psychotherapy Training
Compassion Cultivation Training, Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education, Stanford University, USA
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, The Center for Self-Leadership, USA
CBT for Anxiety, The Beck Institute, USA
Essentials of CBT: The Beck Approach, The Beck Institute, USA
Understanding Anxiety, Depression, and CBT, University of Reading, UK
Cultural Diversity: Communication and Cooperation, I.C.S. Brussels, Belgium
Listening for crisis Training, CEFEC, Brussels, Belgium
Cost
Free 25 minute introductory callSliding scale starting at €45
Individual Session
€65 (60 minutes)
10-Session Psychotherapy Package
€50 (60 minutes)
5-Session Psychotherapy Package
€50 (60 minutes)
In person
€85 (60 minutes)
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 1 year and 280+ sessions on It's Complicated
Offers free 25 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from LaurentiuWherever you are on your path, I offer a safe, compassionate space and a flexible schedule. Reach out anytime!
Usually responds within 2 hours
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My publications
Research paper thumbnail of Negative Body Attitudes and Sexual Difficulties in Gay Men: The Mediating Role of Body Self-Consciousness during Physical Academia
Next available: Jun 20