It's Complicated

Desislava Markovska

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Sofia, BulgariaAvailable in-person and online

About me

Graduated from a bachelor's degree program and master’s degree in Psychology. specializes in Gestalt therapy in Sofia. Topics she works with are: coping with stress, anxiety and restlessness, depression, trauma, dissatisfaction, low self-esteem, relationship problems, loss of meaning, internal conflicts. Desislava Markovska also consults children. Developing her individual practice for psychological counseling, psychotherapy and groups at House On the road to yourself. In fine arts and applied creativity, he discovers a manifestation of our inner world and skillfully combines them in therapy.

I speak:

BulgarianEnglish

Location:

Sofia, Bulgaria

Approach

Treatment Approaches
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.
Holistic approachRecommended for those who want to address their mental health through a balanced focus on mind, body, and spirit.

I offer a warm, creative, and grounded space where you can safely explore your inner world, reconnect with your emotions, and rediscover your capacity for change and connection.

My approach is rooted in Gestalt therapy, which means I focus on the “here and now” experience, body awareness, and the relational field between us. I invite you to become curious about how you move through the world — in thoughts, feelings, movement, and breath — and how old patterns may still be shaping your present.

In our work together, I pay close attention not only to what you say, but also to what your body tells us — a subtle sigh, a pause, a gesture, or a tight chest. I often integrate breathwork, creative expression (such as drawing or using imagery), and gentle body awareness to support deeper self-contact and emotional release when words alone are not enough.

I believe therapy is not about “fixing” yourself, but about coming home to who you are — with kindness, presence, and compassion. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relational struggles, or a sense of disconnection, we can create a space where something new can emerge.

Services

Individual Session

€40 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Sofia, BulgariaAvailable in-person and online

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Next available: Aug 21