Meeting Recording
Relationships with oneself: the right, the wrong, and the possible
Therapeutic practice regularly brings us face to face with a vast diversity of self-relations. The widespread reach of psychological knowledge often leads people to form strict ideas about the "right" way to relate to oneself. As therapists, we too often hold intuitive beliefs about how a client should relate to themselves for meaningful change to become possible.
In many therapeutic approaches, these expectations are formalized into concepts of "self-love," "self-acceptance," "self-worth," and "healthy self-esteem." However, these demands can sometimes feel far too high for some of our clients and the life situations they currently find themselves in.
On the other hand, a negative relationship with oneself can be a deep source of suffering or a constricting inner limitation for the client. During this meeting, we will unpack the complexities that arise in this process and attempt to explore together: is there a fundamental form of self-relationship that can be considered baseline necessary for change to occur?
Meeting Format
The meeting will take place on May 15, 2026, online from 15:00 to 17:00 (Moscow time) on the Zoom platform.
15:00–16:00 — presentation: "Relationship with Self: The Right, the Wrong, and the Possible"
16:00–17:00 — supervision (anonymous discussion of an active case)
The format includes a theoretical section exploring these ideas, an open space for discussion, and a case analysis focusing on the client's relationship with their own Self.
Date and Time
May 15, 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00 (Moscow time).
Facilitator
Olya Telesnina — existential therapist and psychologist. Member of the Alliance for Existential Counselling and Care (ECCA). Her work addresses issues of anxiety and uncertainty, difficult choices, life crises, and conflicts in relationships with oneself and others. She practices within the existential framework, guiding clients as they explore their lives and expand their possibilities.
Fees and Participation
Participation fee — 2000₽ / 20€.
Discounts and Benefits:
For Alliance members, participation is free.
Alliance subscribers automatically receive a 25% discount.
You may submit a request to have your own case analyzed via the registration form.
