Proletina Yaneva Butuci
Psychologist
I offer supportive, culturally sensitive counselling in EN, BG & EL. Specializing in expat life, relationships & anxiety, I combine CBT and mindfulness to help you build resilience and navigate major life shifts.
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About me
As a psychological counsellor, my goal is to offer a warm, grounded, and non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and supported. Life has a way of presenting us with profound shifts, whether that means navigating the complexities of relocating to a new country, facing major career or personal transitions, or managing the quiet weight of anxiety and daily stress. Having lived and adapted across different cultures myself, I deeply understand the courage it takes to rebuild your footing, preserve your identity and find emotional clarity amid change. My practice is rooted in real-world empathy, meeting you exactly where you are with authenticity and care.
My professional approach is integrative, thoughtfully blending client-centered counselling with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based practices. Rather than applying a rigid, one size fits all framework, I tailor our sessions to your unique rhythm and goals. Together, we look at the thought patterns, stress triggers and relational dynamics affecting your well-being, equipping you with practical, evidence based tools to foster long-term resilience. I place a strong emphasis on creating a culturally sensitive environment, offering sessions in English, Bulgarian and Greek so you can process your thoughts and emotions in the language that feels most natural to you.
Taking the first step toward counselling is an act of self-care, and finding the right professional fit is essential. I view our work as a collaborative partnership, one where we gently map out your needs, honor your lived experience, and build a pathway toward sustainable healing and self-discovery. Whether you are seeking structured strategies to manage anxiety or a compassionate space to navigate a challenging life transition, I invite you to reach out for an initial consultation to explore how we can work together.
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Location:
Media Gallery
Approach
My therapeutic style is warm, integrative and grounded in authentic human connection. I believe that therapy is a collaborative partnership, a dedicated space where you are met with empathy, active listening and complete non-judgment. Rather than applying a rigid, one-size-fits-all model, I tailor my approach to meet your unique emotional rhythm, personal history, and immediate needs.
I place strong emphasis on creating a safe, culturally sensitive atmosphere. Having navigated major moves and cross-cultural adjustments myself, I understand how deeply your environment, background and life changes shape your inner world. Whether you are processing anxiety, working through a difficult life transition, or adapting to life in a new country, my goal is to help you feel grounded, understood, and empowered from day one.
How We Work Together
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Integrative & Evidence-Based Framework: I combine client-centered counselling with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based practices. This allows us to balance deep emotional exploration with practical, structured tools you can use in your everyday life.
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Focusing on Practical Resilience: Together, we gentle examine the thought patterns, stress triggers and relational dynamics affecting your well-being. We work on building concrete coping strategies to manage anxiety, process stress, and restore clarity.
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Flexible Communication: Language and culture are central to how we experience emotion. I offer sessions in English, Bulgarian and Greek, allowing you to express your thoughts and feelings in the language where you feel most at ease.
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Collaborative Pace: You remain in the driver’s seat of your healing journey. We work at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for you, ensuring every step forward aligns with your personal goals and values.
Experience
Psychological Counselor
Private Practice:
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Providing individual online counseling and supportive mental health guidance for stress, personal growth, burnout and life transitions.
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Utilizing integrative techniques drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), consultative psychology and psychodynamic approaches to help clients build practical coping strategies.
Applied Psychological Training & Supervised Practice
St. Cyril and St. Methodius University | 2022 – 2024
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Conducted practical casework, psychological research and consultative counseling exercises as part of Master's degree training.
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Applied active listening, client intake frameworks and ethical guidelines in simulated client sessions.
Education
Certifications & Continuing Education
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Complex Trauma — Trauma Therapist Institute | Sep 2026
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Completed 2 Clinical Continuing Education (CE) credits covering complex trauma assessment and clinical interventions.
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Accredited by ASWB ACE (#1869) and NBCC ACEP (#7033).
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Basics of Polyvagal Theory — Trauma Therapist Institute | 2026
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Completed 2 Continuing Education (CE) credits focused on polyvagal theory, nervous system regulation and trauma informed clinical practice.
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Accredited by ASWB ACE (#1869) and NBCC ACEP (#7033).
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Degree
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Master of Arts in Psychology — St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo | 2022 – 2024
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Focus on consultative psychology, cognitive behavioral theory, psychopathology, clinical psychology, and developmental psychology.
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Completed advanced coursework in stress management, social training, and psychological research.
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Services
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Individual Session
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