It's Complicated

Jelena Ivelic Telisman

(she/her)

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Rijeka, CroatiaAvailable in-person, online and via text
Usually responds after 24 hours

About me

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ I am Jelena Iveliฤ‡ Teliลกman, a certified Gestalt psychotherapist with a strong background in personal and professional development. With years of experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents, and organizations, I am dedicated to helping my clients navigate emotional challenges, build resilience, and foster deeper self-awareness.

๐ŸŒ€ My approach is deeply rooted in Gestalt therapy principles, emphasizing the importance of the present moment, self-exploration, and personal responsibility.

๐ŸŽ“ Academic & Professional Background ๐Ÿ“˜ Postgraduate specialization in social work with a psychosocial approach โ€“ equipping me with tools for deep emotional and social understanding ๐Ÿง  Certified Gestalt Psychotherapist โ€“ blending a relational and experiential therapeutic process ๐Ÿ‘ง Child & Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist โ€“ supporting the emotional needs of younger clients ๐Ÿข Organizational Gestalt training โ€“ enhancing workplace well-being, leadership, and group dynamics ๐Ÿ“– Degree in Theology โ€“ offering a grounded perspective on meaning, spirituality, and human values

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Beyond Private Practice I have also worked in higher education as a student counselor, career development advisor, and disability support coordinator. My academic and clinical work reflects a commitment to inclusion, respect, and supporting each personโ€™s unique life path.

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ I believe that healing and transformation happen in safe, compassionate, and authentic spaces, where each person is deeply seen and supported.

๐ŸŒฑ What I Specialize In: ๐Ÿ˜ฐ Anxiety, stress, and burnout โ€“ Helping clients develop emotional resilience and inner balance ๐Ÿ’” Relationship difficulties & life transitions โ€“ Supporting clients through changes in love, family, and career โœจ Spiritual crises & personal growth โ€“ Assisting individuals in deep self-exploration and meaning-making ๐Ÿง’ Adolescents & young adults โ€“ Fostering healthy identity, emotional expression, and self-esteem ๐Ÿฉน Trauma recovery โ€“ Creating a safe environment for integration and healing ๐Ÿงญ Career coaching & professional clarity โ€“ Empowering clients to navigate career transitions, leadership challenges, and purposeful decision-making

๐Ÿ”— If you'd like to explore working together, feel free to book a free consultation call. Iโ€™d be honored to accompany you on your journey.

I speak:

EnglishCroatianBosnian

Location:

Rijeka, Croatia

Approach

Treatment Approaches
CoachingRecommended for those who want support and motivation to achieve personal or professional goals, often with a structured, goal-oriented approach.
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Gestalt therapyRecommended for those who want to focus on the present and take responsibility for their feelings and actions to promote personal growth.

About Me & My Therapeutic Approach ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ I am a certified Gestalt psychotherapist, spiritual counselor, and psychosocial practitioner with over a decade of experience supporting adults, young people, couples, and families through various life transitions and emotional challenges.

๐Ÿ”— In my work, I combine Gestalt therapy, integrative psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and โ€“ when appropriate โ€“ spiritual reflection. My background in theology and psychotherapy enables me to hold space for both psychological healing and existential exploration. Clients often describe me as warm, grounding, and attuned.

๐Ÿง  How I Work My therapeutic style is relational, body-aware, and present-focused. In session, I pay attention to what is said โ€“ and what is felt but unspoken. I help clients notice patterns, restore internal clarity, and access parts of themselves that may feel lost, fragmented, or disconnected.

Rather than โ€œfixingโ€ problems, I aim to co-create a space where your inner truth can unfold at your pace. I support clients in:

โœ… Navigating anxiety, grief, burnout or inner criticism โœ… Understanding and transforming relational dynamics โœ… Healing trauma and emotional wounds (including childhood wounds) โœ… Exploring spiritual questions or existential transitions โœ… Building self-trust, emotional regulation and embodied presence

๐Ÿ™ If spirituality is important to you, we can include it in therapy as a resource. If itโ€™s not, we stay with what is real and alive for you in the moment.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ What to Expect in Our First Sessions The first sessions are a gentle exploration of where you are now, and where you long to be. Together, we look at:

โ“ What brings you to therapy right now? ๐Ÿ’ฌ What are you struggling with โ€“ emotionally, relationally, spiritually? ๐Ÿงท How are you currently coping? ๐Ÿชž What does support look and feel like for you? ๐ŸŒฑ What would change look like if it were possible?

These early conversations are not about rushing to fix things โ€“ they are about creating a respectful and honest space where your experience can breathe. As your therapist, I will ask questions, offer reflections, and also give you space to simply be.

๐ŸŽ“ My Professional Background ๐ŸŽ“ I hold certifications from the European Association for Gestalt Therapy (EAGT) and have advanced training in Gestalt in Organizations.

๐Ÿซ I also work in higher education as a counselor and disability support coordinator, which enriches my sensitivity to inclusion, difference, and systemic contexts.

๐ŸŒ Sessions can be held in English or Croatian, and I work online, offering a grounded, focused space even across distance.

๐Ÿค Letโ€™s Connect If something in this approach resonates with you, I warmly invite you to book a free 20-minute consultation.

๐Ÿ“ž This is a space to ask questions, get to know each other, and see if weโ€™re a good therapeutic match.

๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ Therapy is a journey โ€“ and you donโ€™t have to walk it alone.

Services

Intro Call

Free โ€ข 20 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Individual Session

โ‚ฌ100 โ€ข 50 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
โ‚ฌ80 โ€ข 50 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Couples Session

โ‚ฌ95 โ€ข 45 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Family Session

โ‚ฌ100 โ€ข 45 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Group Session

โ‚ฌ65 โ€ข 45 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Individual

โ‚ฌ70 โ€ข 45 min โ€ข Online & In-person

Insurances

Private PayReimbursementPrivate InsurancePublic Insurance
At a glance
Rijeka, CroatiaAvailable in-person, online and via text
Usually responds after 24 hours

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Next available: Jul 29