Alžbeta Zetzmann EN - Mgr. Alžbeta Zetzmann

Don’t push the river — it flows by itself.

Laozi

Welcome. I look forward to accompanying you on part of your journey.

Mgr. Alžbeta Zetzmann

Psychologist, therapist

Registered in the list of psychotherapists of the Slovak Republic (Slovak Psychotherapy Society)

My practice is grounded in integrative psychotherapy, incorporating elements common to various therapeutic approaches—known as the effective factors of psychotherapy. This flexible model, based on relational theory, allows me to tailor the therapy to each client’s unique needs.

Services

Psychological Counseling

Life is full of variety, and sometimes we find ourselves in a place where our usual coping strategies no longer work and well-being feels out of reach. In such moments, seeking support can make all the difference. Together, we can find the way back to your inner sense of freedom. This is usually a medium- to long-term process of working together.

Career Counseling

Ikigai is the feeling of doing something that fulfills you, uses your strengths, is valued by others, and serves a greater purpose. In our work together, we’ll uncover your unique talents, navigate inner blocks, and bring clarity to hidden desires—especially in moments of career transition. This is usually a short-term process (up to 10 sessions).

Psychedelic Integration

When profound experiences shift our perspective on the world, it’s important to process them mindfully. I will help you integrate these experiences into your unique life story, making sense of them and building strong inner resources. This support is typically short-term (up to 10 sessions).

Topics you can reach out to me about

Life transitions
Anxiety
Stress
Sadness or low mood

Low self-esteem
Problems with substance use or addictive behaviors
Relaxation training
Career exploration and guidance

Challenging psychedelic experiences
Difficulties after relocating to a new country
Life losses and grief
Loneliness

What can you expect during our sessions?

In our initial session, we’ll explore your reasons for seeking therapy and discuss your needs. Through dialogue, I’ll ask about your situation’s context, and together we’ll identify the key areas to focus on in our work.

The next 2–3 sessions serve as a trial period to see if our collaboration feels right and makes sense for you. During this time, we will also clarify the terms of our work together and decide on the frequency of the sessions.

After this initial phase and reflection, if we decide to continue, we will agree on a mutual contract.

Areas outside my scope

Please note that I do not provide healthcare services.

In case of crisis, please call the international emergency number 112 or visit the nearest emergency room. Specific services available in your country, which you can contact in an emergency, can be found here.

Price

At the moment, I offer sessions exclusively online.

The fee for a session (50 minutes) is 50 EUR.

Payment for the first session is required upfront.

If you need to cancel, please do so at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged the full session fee. Should I need to reschedule and provide less than 24 hours’ notice, your next session will be free of charge.

I offer services in Slovak, Czech, and English.

About Me

In my work, I draw on the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, which invites the client to gradually deepen their awareness of their own experience through mindful observation of the present moment. This approach allows the client to better understand not only the source of their pain, but also to access the innate wisdom we all carry within us. It offers a way of experiencing oneself on the level of body, mind, and emotions, providing valuable insight into the context of one’s situation and strengthening the connection to internal resources. A fundamental part of this process is the belief in the creative inner potential of every human being.

I have also been influenced by Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) because of its gentle, structured approach. It helps people explore and understand their emotional experiences in relationships—whether with a partner, family members, or themselves. EFT focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional patterns that may cause tension, disconnection, or conflicts. By deepening emotional awareness and creating a safe space for vulnerability, EFT helps build stronger bonds, develop self-compassion, and support healing through connection.

I place particular importance on awareness of the different levels of being. I see altered states of consciousness as opportunities for a deeper, fuller connection with oneself and the world. When properly integrated, these experiences can become a valuable source of self-transcendent understanding.

Work experience

During and after my studies in psychology, I worked in a corporate environment in the human resources department. I then spent several years working with individuals struggling with addiction—first at a resocialization center in the Záhorie region, and later at a specialized psychiatric clinic in Bratislava. I further expanded my experience by providing individual support to clients in outpatient clinical psychology and psychotherapy practices in Bratislava. After relocating to Switzerland, I now work online as a psychologist for a Dutch consulting company, while also maintaining my private practice with individual clients.

Education

Advanced Psychotherapeutic Training in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), ITZE, Olomouc, Czech Republic (2023–2025)

Integration of Psychedelic Experience (Training for Helping Professionals), ICEERS, Barcelona, Spain (2023–2024)

Long-Term Comprehensive Psychotherapeutic Training in Integrative Gestalt Therapy, Instep, Prague, Czech Republic (2017–2023)

Career Counseling, Career Navigation, Bratislava, Slovakia (2015)

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovakia (2013–2015)

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovakia (2010–2013)

Further education and seminars

Being in psychotherapy, Terraln, Mgr. Hana Vojtková, online (2024)

Neurodiversity in Psychotherapeutic Practice, ČAP, MUDr. Kristýna Drozdová, online (2024)

Post-Traumatic Dissociation, Terraln, Mgr. Hana Vojtková, online (2024)

Understanding Trauma and Dissociation through Neurobiology and Attachment, Terraln, Mgr. Hana Vojtová, online (2023)

Crisis Intervention for Helping Professionals, Mgr. Peter Porubský, Mgr. Barbara Ernest, online (2023)

Rorschach Method, PhDr. Igor Obuch, Bratislava, Slovakia (2022)

Introduction to Suicidal Behavior in Children and Adolescents, Velký vůz sever, Bc. Pavlína Klabníková, online (2022)

ASSYST Humanitarian Psychosocial Project ©, Czech Association for Psychotraumatology and EMDR, PhDr. Zuzana Čepelíková, online (2022)

Trauma and crisis, PhDr. Yvonna Lucká, online (2022)

Dreams alive, PhDr. Martin Jára, Prague, Czech Republic (2022)

Dance as a means of improving concentration, attention and tension in children, Mterapio, Mgr. Zuzana Románová, online (2021)

The mystery of borderline personality disorder, I care project, Mgr. Adam Táborský, online (2021)

Fundaments of attachment styles, Diane Poole Heller, Online (2021)

Palliative psychology and grief, Slovak Health University, Bratislava, Slovakia (2020)

TK in social medicine and healthcare organization, Slovak Health University, Bratislava, Slovakia (2020)

Basics of the main psychotherapeutic directions, psychotherapeutic methods and special techniques of psychotherapy, Slovak Health University, Doc. PhDr. Miloš Šlepecký, Csc., Bratislava, Slovakia (2020)

Preparation for Work in Healthcare, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovakia (2019)

The most important psychodiagnostic methods and Theories of personality, motivation, learning from the perspective of their application in clinical psychology, Slovak Health University, PhDr. Etela Mišaničová and PhDr. Zuzana Mičková, PhD., Bratislava, Slovakia (2019)

Yoga instructor, Power yoga akademie s.r.o., Prague, Czech republic (2018-2019)

Basics of Crisis Intervention, Déčko Liberec, Mgr. Lucie Husová, Olomouc, Czech Republic (2018)

Effective Helping Conversation, Coachingplus, Mgr. Vladimír Hambálek, Mgr. Ivan Valkovič, Bratislava, Slovakia (2017)

Autogenic Training I., Pro mente sana, MUDr. Jozef Hašto, Bratislava, Slovakia (2017)

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Mgr. Andrej Jeleník, Bratislava, Slovakia (2016)

Group Dynamics, Coachingplus, Mgr. Vladimír Hambálek, Mgr. Ivan Valkovič, Bratislava, Slovakia (2016)

Body and Dreams, Popi Slovakia, Mgr. Brigita Trimajová Dipl.POP, Mgr. Ing. Jana Sarah Kašáková Dipl.POP, Bratislava, Slovakia (2016)

Treasures, Challenges and Boundaries in Helping Relationships, Popi Slovakia, Ivan Verny Dipl.PW., Marianne Verny Dipl.PW , Bratislava, Slovakia (2016)

Violence against Children, Young People and Adults, Centrum Slniečko, Mgr. Mariana Kováčová, PhD, Bratislava, Slovakia (2015)

Principles of treatment and care for terminally ill children and families in a children’s home hospice, Plamienok, n.o., MUDr. Mária Jasenkova, Bratislava, Slovakia (2015)

Psychological assessment of credibility and current methods of criminal and investigative psychology, Slovak Institute of Applied Psychology, Mgr. et Mgr. Ondrej Kubík, PhD., Bratislava, Slovakia (2012)