Ilya Kulagin
Psychotherapist
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
I am a medically trained psychotherapist from Russia based in Barcelona, offering online consultations in English and Russian. I work primarily with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma and interpersonal challenges.
I specialise in:
At a glance
€90 per session
Barcelona, SpainAvailable online onlyExperienced on It's Complicated750+ sessions on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 12 hours
About me
My professional path began with studying general medicine at the First Moscow State Medical University, where I actively participated in WHO-affiliated research projects in Italy and Chile. After medical school, I completed a clinical residency in psychiatry at Psychiatric Hospital No. 1 in Moscow, graduating with honors and earning the highest possible score across all subjects. During my residency, I also completed formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Beck Institute (USA).
With a background in psychiatry and psychotherapy, I gained work experience at the European Medical Center in Moscow, where my primary focus was on providing mental health care to foreigners living in Russia. I had an opportunity to work with people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, improving my understanding of intercultural mental health care.
During the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic I also gained work experience in a general practice, furthering my medical skills and knowledge.
Additionally, after completing my specialization, I pursued postgraduate training in Cyberpsychology through the Erasmus Mundus program. During this period, I focused on researching the application of emerging technologies for the assessment of mental health. My thesis research received scientific awards at two international conferences: CyPsy 26 in Paris and ICDVRAT 2024 in Prague. I am particularly interested in innovative approaches to mental health care and am passionate about integrating modern technology into psychology and psychiatry.
With a background in psychiatry and psychotherapy, I gained work experience at the European Medical Center in Moscow, where my primary focus was on providing mental health care to foreigners living in Russia. I had an opportunity to work with people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, improving my understanding of intercultural mental health care.
During the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic I also gained work experience in a general practice, furthering my medical skills and knowledge.
Additionally, after completing my specialization, I pursued postgraduate training in Cyberpsychology through the Erasmus Mundus program. During this period, I focused on researching the application of emerging technologies for the assessment of mental health. My thesis research received scientific awards at two international conferences: CyPsy 26 in Paris and ICDVRAT 2024 in Prague. I am particularly interested in innovative approaches to mental health care and am passionate about integrating modern technology into psychology and psychiatry.
I speak:
EnglishRussian
Location:
Barcelona, Spain
Approach
Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
Using my diverse clinical and research experience, I bring a comprehensive perspective to my work. In my practice I use only evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness, adapting my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of every client.
With me as your therapist, you can expect a professional approach, in a safe and friendly environment where we work collaboratively to address your problems and achieve the positive changes you desire.
If you have any questions, feel free to write to me on Telegram @kulagini
With me as your therapist, you can expect a professional approach, in a safe and friendly environment where we work collaboratively to address your problems and achieve the positive changes you desire.
If you have any questions, feel free to write to me on Telegram @kulagini
Experience
750+ sessions on It's Complicated
2018 - Scientific internship in Università degli Studi di Genova, Italy.
Investigated the pathology of creatine metabolism in athletes, focusing on metabolic and physiological mechanisms.
2019 - Scientific internship in Universidad de Concepción, Chile.
Studied the pathogenesis of brucellosis and analyzed associated affective disorders in infected patients.
2021 - 2022 - General Practitioner in 1st Clinical Hospital of Medsi Hospital Group, Russia.
Provided primary and acute care during the COVID-19 pandemic, managing inpatient cases and supporting multidisciplinary treatment of infectious and comorbid conditions.
2021 - 2022 - Psychiatrist in European Medical Center of Moscow, Russia.
Provided psychiatric care in an international hospital primarily serving expatriates and foreign residents in Russia.
2022 - today - Psychotherapist at Kyan Health, Swiss.
Provide online psychotherapy to employees of international corporations. Maintain a consistent 5.0 client rating across 800+ counseling sessions.
Investigated the pathology of creatine metabolism in athletes, focusing on metabolic and physiological mechanisms.
2019 - Scientific internship in Universidad de Concepción, Chile.
Studied the pathogenesis of brucellosis and analyzed associated affective disorders in infected patients.
2021 - 2022 - General Practitioner in 1st Clinical Hospital of Medsi Hospital Group, Russia.
Provided primary and acute care during the COVID-19 pandemic, managing inpatient cases and supporting multidisciplinary treatment of infectious and comorbid conditions.
2021 - 2022 - Psychiatrist in European Medical Center of Moscow, Russia.
Provided psychiatric care in an international hospital primarily serving expatriates and foreign residents in Russia.
2022 - today - Psychotherapist at Kyan Health, Swiss.
Provide online psychotherapy to employees of international corporations. Maintain a consistent 5.0 client rating across 800+ counseling sessions.
Education
2014 - 2020 - Doctor of Medicine, First Moscow State Medical University, Russia.
2020 - 2022 - Residency in Psychiatry, Psychiatric Hospital no. 1 of Moscow, Russia.
2021 - CBT training in Beck Institute, USA.
2022 - 2024 - Master in Cyberpsychology, Joint Master Program supported by Erasmus Mundus.
The University Lusófona, Portugal.
The University of Barcelona, Spain.
The Université Paris Cité, France.
2020 - 2022 - Residency in Psychiatry, Psychiatric Hospital no. 1 of Moscow, Russia.
2021 - CBT training in Beck Institute, USA.
2022 - 2024 - Master in Cyberpsychology, Joint Master Program supported by Erasmus Mundus.
The University Lusófona, Portugal.
The University of Barcelona, Spain.
The Université Paris Cité, France.
Services
Individual Session
€90 • 50 min • Online
Please notify me at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel or reschedule a consultation, otherwise the full session fee will be charged. This policy helps me manage my schedule and offer available time slots to other clients who may be waiting. The same policy applies to me: if I cancel or reschedule with less than 24 hours notice, your next consultation will be free.Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
€90 per session
Barcelona, SpainAvailable online onlyExperienced on It's Complicated750+ sessions on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 12 hours
Next available: May 28