It's Complicated

Tiana Ivanovska

Gestalt Psychotherapist & Counselling Psychologist

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Available for new clients
I don’t offer quick fixes. I help you understand the patterns you keep repeating and change them from the root. Treating a symptom is like touching the tip of the iceberg.

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At a glance
Skopje, North MacedoniaAvailable in-person, online and via text
Last active
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.

About me

I’m a psychotherapist who works with people who are “doing fine”… but don’t actually feel fine. You might be functioning well, handling responsibilities, even appearing confident yet internally, something feels off. You overthink, you replay conversations, you react more intensely than you’d like, or you feel strangely disconnected from yourself. What I’ve learned through my work is this that most people are not struggling because they are weak or incapable. They’re struggling because the strategies they once developed to cope at some point in their life, are no longer working. What used to protect you might now be exhausting you. In our work together, we don’t stay on the surface. We look at patterns. The ones that quietly repeat in your relationships, your thoughts, your emotional reactions. The moments where you say, “I don’t know why I reacted like that” — those are exactly the moments we explore. Not to criticize them, but to understand them. I pay attention not only to what you say, but how you say it. The things you minimize. The things you justify. The things you’ve gotten used to calling “normal.” Because often, what feels normal is something you adapted to, not something that actually feels good or works for you anymore. I’m not a therapist who will just sit quietly and agree with everything. I will listen carefully, but I will also reflect things back to you sometimes in ways that feel unexpected, but accurate. I will challenge you, but in a way that helps you move forward, not shut down. Therapy with me is active. It’s not just about talking but it’s about noticing. Noticing your patterns, your triggers, your internal logic. And once you begin to see those clearly, change becomes something practical, not abstract. Our work is collaborative. There is space for honesty, confusion, and not having the right words. There is also space for growth even when it feels uncomfortable. Especially then. I don’t believe therapy is about becoming a completely different person. It’s about understanding why you are the way you are and creating more flexibility in how you respond, feel, and navigate your life. And yes, sometimes it’s serious, sometimes it’s confronting, and sometimes we’ll even laugh at the patterns your mind keeps repeating. Because insight doesn’t always have to be heavy to be meaningful.

I speak:

EnglishSerbianSpanishCroatian

Location:

Skopje, North Macedonia

Approach

Treatment Approaches
Gestalt therapyRecommended for those who want to focus on the present and take responsibility for their feelings and actions to promote personal growth.
Humanistic psychologyRecommended for those looking for a therapy that emphasizes personal growth and self-fulfillment, focusing on becoming your best self in a positive, non-judgmental space.
Person-centered approachRecommended for those looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can lead the conversation and explore their feelings at their own pace.
If you’ve tried to figure yourself out but keep ending up in the same place , that’s exactly where I come in. I have over six years of professional experience working as a psychologist and psychotherapist, supporting individuals across a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. Throughout my practice, I have worked with clients dealing with anxiety, stress, burnout, adjustment difficulties, relationship patterns, self-esteem issues, and emotional regulation. I have experience working both in individual therapeutic settings and in structured programs, including workshops and group work focused on mental health, stress management, and personal development. Over the years, I have developed a strong ability to quickly identify patterns, understand complex emotional dynamics, and adapt my approach to each individual. My experience allows me to balance depth with practicality, helping clients not only understand themselves, but also apply that understanding in their everyday lives. My approach to therapy is structured, collaborative, and focused on real, lasting change not just temporary relief. I work integratively, combining evidence-based approaches with a strong focus on patterns, emotional regulation, and self-awareness. Rather than only focusing on symptoms, I help clients understand the underlying mechanisms behind their thoughts, reactions, and relationship dynamics. In our work together, we pay close attention to patterns, especially the ones that repeat. The way you respond under stress, the way you relate to others, the way you think about yourself. These patterns are not random. They are learned, and once understood, they can be changed. I create a space that is both supportive and honest. You will feel heard and understood, but also gently challenged. I don’t believe in passive therapy. I actively reflect, ask precise questions, and help you connect the dots between your experiences, emotions, and behavior. A key part of my approach is helping you develop awareness in real time noticing your reactions as they happen, not only after. This allows therapy to move from insight into actual change in everyday life. My goal is not to give you ready-made answers, but to help you build a clearer internal understanding of yourself, so you can respond differently, more consciously, and with greater flexibility.

Experience

8 years in practice
I have over six years of experience working as a psychologist and psychotherapist in private practice, with a focus on individuals who are high-functioning, driven, and often under constant internal pressure. Many of the people I work with are capable, responsible, and successful on the outside yet internally experience overthinking, emotional tension, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break. My work is specifically tailored to this profile: people who are not looking for basic support, but for a deeper, more precise level of psychological work. I specialise in identifying the underlying patterns that drive thoughts, emotional reactions, and relationship dynamics. Rather than focusing only on coping strategies, I work at the level where change actually happens, helping clients understand the internal logic behind their behavior and gradually shift it. Over the years, I have developed a strong ability to quickly recognise complex emotional patterns and work with them in a structured and focused way. This allows therapy to move efficiently from insight to real, lasting change. In addition to individual therapy, I have designed and delivered workshops and structured mental health programs, including work with professionals in high-pressure environments. My work is best suited for individuals who want more than surface-level conversations those who are ready to understand themselves deeply and create meaningful change in how they think, feel, and function.

Education

2012-2017 BA in Psychology, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, North Macedonia 2018-2020 BSc. in Human resource management, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, North Macedonia 2013-2022 Gestalt Psychotherapy education, EAPTI GPTIM Gestalt Institute EAGT, EAP certification

Services

Couples Session

€170 1 hr Online & In-person

Individual Session

€100 1 hr Online & In-person & Text

Organisational

€120 1 hr Online & In-person & Text

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Skopje, North MacedoniaAvailable in-person, online and via text
Last active
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Next available: Jun 6