I am a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. Since 2005, I have worked as a psychologist in various clinics (Viljandi Hospital Psychiatric Clinic; University of Tartu Psychiatric Clinic) as well as in private practices.
As a psychologist, my goal is to help people discover their self-belief so that they feel capable of coping with life. I also aim to support people in beginning to see life as an opportunity. A vital part of this process is developing a self-compassionate attitude and mindfulness.
It is a great joy to witness how a person develops through working on themselves, makes discoveries, finds their own resources, and learns to use them. In the end, they may become their own helper, their own caretaker. This, in turn, benefits those around them. At that point, the psychologist’s work is complete.
I often experience that what we start in therapy is like planting a seed. The work with oneself continues throughout life. It is not possible for therapy to make someone “ready” or for all problems to disappear.
In addition to individual work, together with Marika Paaver I have also conducted group trainings, primarily for teaching and practicing mindfulness skills. We wish to continue this work in the future, offering groups for learning self-compassion as well as schema therapy groups.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist and an advanced-level schema therapist with international certification. I have also completed training in dialectical behavior therapy for complex post-traumatic stress disorder and in narrative exposure therapy. I have experience in grief counseling and have facilitated grief groups.
I work both in Estonian and English. I work with adults, offering individual psychotherapy and counseling, as well as group trainings.
Location: My practice is located in the Tartu Railway Station building, Vaksali 6.
Fees (from 01.01.2026):
Individual psychotherapy session (up to 60 minutes) – €90
Payment can be made in cash on site or by invoice after the session.
NB! I do not offer appointments funded by the Estonian Health Insurance Fund with a referral from a family doctor, as my practice does not have a contract with the Health Insurance Fund.
Cancellation policy:
Appointments can be
cancelled up to 24 hours in advance. If cancelled later, the full
session fee must be paid.
To book an appointment, please send an email to
kristi@mindful.ee or use the contact form below.