Ana Vedes

I am trained in different evidenced-based models, such as Accelerated Experiential Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP); Internal Family Systems (IFS); Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR); Gottman Method; Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) - and integrate them as needed depending on the struggles, needs and goals of each client.

With my experience and explicitly warm, caring, authentic and informal stance, I help individuals and couples- specially expats, migrants, foreigners and intercultural couples- living in Zurich and around the world, in their path of healing, transformation, growth, and integration.

I use evidence based maps and my work encompasses experiential, relational, brain, emotion and body focused techniques since latest research has shown that merely talking about or having insight about our problems doesn't change them. Long lasting change happens when: 

1) we have new experiences within a safe, collaborative, empathic and compassionate therapeutic relationship; which slowly facilitates the process of connecting our stories with our feelings and body-sensations; 

2) difficult and traumatic experiences, related maladaptive beliefs, emotions and coping strategies can be progressively identified, befriended, and reprocessed; and,

3) our core Self and its inner strengths and resources can be released, and adaptive coping strategies, emotions and beliefs can be accessed, invited, developed and fostered.

Look through my website (www.anavedes.com) to learn more about me and my services.