Ruven Hanohov
Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy
Empathic and evidence-based therapist supporting adults who feel too sensitive for the world, helping them navigate emotional overwhelm and related challenges, such as anxiety, perfectionism, boundaries, and self-worth.
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About me
I tend to get fascinated by situations that don’t yet make sense. When things are complex, unclear, or somewhat messy. I genuinely enjoy the process of finding structure where none seems obvious at first. This is one of the reasons I chose this career. I do it for the same reason a bird sings, the sun shines, or the ocean forms waves. It's simply how I’m wired.
Born in Germany and currently living here, I’ve spent most of my adult life as an expat in Spain and a few other places. Living across different cultures has given me a perspective on how people experience the world in very different ways. This openness helps me a lot in the work I do. You don’t need to share my experiences or background. Either way, I see you as a unique person and leave my own assumptions aside.
My work involves paying attention to the details that matter, noticing patterns others might miss, and helping people see connections that can make a real difference in their lives. Working with me isn’t about changing who you are or forcing you to fit a mold. It’s about understanding yourself better and finding ways to handle life’s challenges that actually work for you, not someone else’s idea of how you should be or what you should do.
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Location:
Media Gallery
Approach
I draw on evidence-based therapy methods, especially Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), as well as philosophical insights from thinkers like Socrates and Epictetus. In practice, this means we work with strategies that fit you, helping you apply what we explore to real-life situations and challenges that once felt overwhelming.
Now let's get into specifics:
Before the first session, you receive an intake form. I have found this really helps in three ways:
• It gives you a chance to organize your thoughts
• It gives you the reassurance that I already have an idea of what is going on
• It allows us to see how things develop over time
This way, we can make the most of our time together from the start. The form is sent through a secure platform and can be completed at your own pace.
In the first session, you can share whatever matters to you, without having to hold anything back. You can expand on what you shared in the intake form or bring up anything that didn’t come up there, while I ask questions to get a deeper understanding of your experience. From there, we shape the next steps together in a way that is tailored to your specific needs. Between sessions, I may offer extra resources, if they seem helpful.
How often we meet is up to you. In my experience, once per week at the beginning is a good starting point. Later, we can gradually phase out sessions and meet less frequently, but nothing is set in stone. If at any time you decide to meet more or less often, we simply adjust to what feels right for you.
Experience
Self-employed non-medical practitioner for psychotherapy
Education
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT, Albert Ellis) – Advanced Level II
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT, Albert Ellis) – Foundation Level I
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety Disorders
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Socratic Dialogue Applied in Therapy
Certified Instructor in Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
Master’s Degree in Creativity and Innovation
Services
Individual Session
Individual Session
Couples Session
Couples Session
Longer session - online
Brief Check-In Session
Insurances
