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Virginie Peschard , PhD, MA
Psychotherapist
Telehealth Available
Virginie Peschard
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Psychotherapist
Primary Degree(s):
PhD, MA
Licensed Abroad
Licensed Abroad (not USA)
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
Other
Insurance Accepted:
N/A
Discounts Available:
Student Discount
Office
  • 96, Ahuza Street
  • Ra'anana, 4337006
Telehealth Available
Office
  • 96, Ahuza Street
  • Ra'anana, 4337006
Virginie Peschard Verified
Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Psychotherapist

Primary Degree(s):

PhD, MA

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350 NIS

Insurance Accepted:

N/A

Discounts Available:

Student Discount

Licensed Abroad
Licensed Abroad (not USA)

ABOUT THE THERAPIST

Psychotherapy can provide meaningful support when you are facing emotional difficulties, going through a challenging period, or looking for personal growth and change.

I’m Virginie Peschard, a licensed psychologist in Belgium and a psychotherapist practicing in Israel. I work with young adults and adults facing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.

My Approach to Helping:

My approach is integrative, drawing on humanistic and emotion-focused therapies, as well as contemporary methods supported by scientific research.

The first sessions are usually an opportunity to understand what brings you here, what you hope to gain from therapy, and whether working together feels like a good fit. From there, we will explore your current difficulties, identify patterns that may be contributing to them, and develop more helpful ways of coping. The goal is to work toward changes that feel meaningful to you.

My Role as a Therapist:

As a therapist, my role is to accompany you with care, respect, and openness. I aim to create a confidential and calm space where you can speak freely, feel listened to, and explore your experiences at your own pace.

I see each person as unique, and I adapt the therapeutic work to your needs, your pace, and what feels right for you.

Additional Information About my Practice:

I offer sessions in person in Raanana and online. I work in French, my mother tongue, and I have experience working with English-speaking clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

PhD

Université Catholique de Louvain

2017

MA

Université Catholique de Louvain

2010

MA

Université Catholique de Louvain

2013

Degree
PhD

Education
Université Catholique de Louvain

Year of Graduation
2017
Degree
MA

Education
Université Catholique de Louvain

Year of Graduation
2010
Degree
MA

Education
Université Catholique de Louvain

Year of Graduation
2013
Years in Practice

13

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LICENSED ABROAD
License Category
License Number / State
Psychologist
872212662 - Belgium

License Category
Psychologist
License Number
872212662 - Belgium

DISTANCE COUNSELING

Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Anxiety / Panic

Grief

Life Transitions

Mood Disorders

Stress Management

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Phobias

Postpartum Depression

Psychological Assessment

Psychosomatic Disorders

Self-Esteem

Sleep / Insomnia

Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adolescents
Adults
Men
Women
Geriatric

Languages Spoken

French
English

Native Language

French

TREATMENT APPROACH

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to accept their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment and to use them as tools to help them to make changes in their lives that are consistent with their values. It is based on the idea that by changing the way we think about our inner experiences, we can reduce emotional distress and increase our sense of well-being.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on how one's thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected and can be changed. It is based on the idea that how we think (cognition) and how we feel (emotion) can influence how we behave. CBT helps people identify and challenge distorted thinking and replace it with more balanced thinking, leading to improved mood and behavior. ‘Homework’, usually containing practical writing exercises, is often completed by the client between sessions to reinforce the therapy. Examples of tools that practitioners often use are journaling, challenging beliefs, and mindfulness.

Emotion-Focused TherapyEmotion-focused therapy (EFT) is a type of psychotherapy that is based on the idea that emotions play a key role in a person’s mental health. EFT focuses on helping people to identify, accept, and manage their emotions in a healthy and productive way. The goal of EFT is to help people identify and express their emotions, understand how those emotions impact their behavior, and learn how to manage their emotions in a way that is adaptive and healthy. EFT is a research-based approach to psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in helping people manage a variety of mental health conditions. It has been used successfully in the treatment of individuals, couples, and families, as well as with groups. EFT is particularly beneficial for people who struggle with emotional regulation, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a form of therapy that combines cognitive behavioral therapy with mindfulness practices. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations can affect our mental health. MBCT helps individuals become aware of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in order to gain insight and control over them. MBCT helps clients learn how to recognize their sense of being and see themselves as separate from their thoughts and moods. This separation can free the client from thought patterns in which the repeated negative messages may be dominating the client’s focus. After developing an awareness of the separation between thoughts, emotions, and the self, people in treatment may find that while the self and the emotions may exist simultaneously, they do not have to exist within the same dimension. The healing can take place when one learns how to interject positive thoughts into negative moods and thereby create a shift in mood.

Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy)Person-centered therapy, or Rogerian therapy, was developed by Carl Rogers in the 1940’s. It is a form of talk therapy that emphasizes the importance of providing psychological safety, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding to clients. This type of therapy is based on the belief that individuals have an innate capacity for self-actualization and self-understanding and that the therapist's role is to provide a supportive environment in which this process can take place. Through the use of active listening, open-ended questions, and non-judgmental reflection, the therapist helps the client to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and accepting environment. By doing so, clients are able to gain insight into their issues, develop a greater understanding of themselves, and work towards personal growth.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy