Sossie Vanek, PsyD, MA

Underneath the problem situation, a person is often asking, “Who am I really? How can I get in touch with this real self, how can I become my real self?”

 I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years.  In my work with clients, people learn how they can have a happier life, shedding chronic habits of self-rejection. Many clients in Israel are on gap year programs or are immigrants struggling with major life transitions. In addition I have helped many couples through crisis periods. 

I treat depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions, relationship problems and also clients who are neurodivergent or on the spectrum. As mentioned, I also specialize in couple’s therapy. 

I am based in central Tel Aviv however I am available for sessions on the phone or video for long distance clients.

The methodology I use is eclectic as I am experienced in psychodynamic, cognitive and Self Psychology approaches and therefore I am able to tailor the sessions specifically depending upon what is best for each client's particular needs.

My philosophy can best be summarized here by the compassionate originator of Client-Centered therapy, Dr. Carl Rogers: "When a person comes to me I have found that it is most worthwhile to create a relationship with him/her in which they feel safe and free. To understand the way they feel in their own inner world, to accept them as they are. As a result of this safety, the client begins to drop the false fronts or the masks or the roles in which they have faced life. They discover how much of their life is guided by what they think they 'should be', not what they are. The client discovers the pent-up feelings of their private world, exploring sometimes frightening feelings with the support of therapy. When the client begins to experience their feelings, it is the discovery of unknown and new elements of the self."( And I add here that in the exploration of the meanings of these feelings, we explore without imposing labels). "The individual in therapy moves towards being, knowingly and acceptingly, the process which he/she inwardly and ACTUALLY IS. "

I’m glad to talk with you, to answer any further questions you might have, and to find out whether we are a fit to work together. You can email me to schedule a free phone consultation. 

Looking forward to speaking with you,

Dr. Sossie