Psychotherapy in English
Psychotherapy in Katowice, in English
Two psychologists at Centrum Przebudzenie work in English, offering single consultations and regular cognitive behavioural therapy at the clinic, without the need for a referral.
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The therapists
Who you would see
Jakub Leśniewski
Psychologist, cognitive behavioural therapist in training.
Adults.
Nicole Nowak-Plewnia
Psychologist, cognitive behavioural therapist in training.
Adults, teenagers and children from the age of 10.
English-speaking patients are seen in our normal hours, so the times on offer are the same ones everyone else gets. Full profiles, in Polish, are on the team page.
Fees
What it costs
260 PLN per session, 50 minutes
The same rate applies to the first consultation and every subsequent session, whichever of us you see. The first consultation is paid in advance: please pay by the date we give you when booking (usually by the end of the following day), using the payment link that we will send you. If payment is not received by then, the slot will be released back into the schedule. Later sessions can be paid by card or bank transfer at the clinic. As we do not bill the NFZ, there is no need for a referral or to join a waiting list.
The first session
What happens when you come in
The session lasts 50 minutes. You tell us what has brought you in, how long it has been going on and what you have already tried. We ask questions and, by the end, we tell you what we think would help: a few meetings, longer psychotherapy, or something outside our remit, in which case we will tell you where to go instead.
Living in a country where you are still learning the language is its own kind of strain, and it often sits underneath whatever brought you here. You do not need to explain that part from scratch.
If you would rather see a doctor about medication, that is a different appointment and we have psychiatrists who work in English too.
Children and teenagers
If it is your child who needs help
Nicole sees children and teenagers aged 10 and over, in English. The first meeting is with the parents only: you describe what worries you, how long it has been going on and what has already been tried, and together you decide on the next steps. The second meeting is with the young person. Sessions are usually weekly or less often, with a few minutes for the parent after each one.
The fee is the same as for adults, whether it is the first meeting with the parents or any session after it. Please write to us using the form below and let us know the child's age.
Booking
Request an appointment
Appointments go through the form below, because our online booking system runs in Polish only. Write in English, in as much or as little detail as you want. We reply in English within one working day with the slots we have.
You can also call +48 575 072 425, leave your number and say you would like an appointment in English. One of us will get back to you.
Location
Getting here
ul. Dobrego Urobku 13, 40-810 Katowice, in the Załęska Hałda district, about ten minutes by car from the city centre. Free parking in front of the building.
Questions
Before you write to us
Is this psychotherapy, or a one-off conversation?
Either way. Some people come once, gain a clearer understanding of what is going on and leave with something to work with. Others start regular sessions. The first meeting is partly about establishing which of the two you need.
What kind of psychotherapy is it?
Cognitive behavioural therapy. We are both in CBT certification training, and our work is supervised, which is the standard route in Poland. In practice, this means that sessions are structured and you are given things to work on between them, rather than just talking.
Do I need a referral?
No, this is private care, so you book directly.
Can sessions be online?
No. We see people at the clinic in Katowice.
Do you see children?
Yes. Nicole sees children and teenagers from the age of 10, as well as adults. Jakub works with adults only. For a child or teenager, the first meeting is with the parents, without the child.
Do you take NFZ or private insurance?
We do not settle with the NFZ. However, if your insurer reimburses out-of-network care, we can provide you with an invoice to submit to them.
How often would we meet?
Usually once a week at the start, and less frequently later on. You will decide this together during the first sessions, rather than in advance.
What if I need to cancel?
Please let us know at least 24 hours in advance and there is no charge. If you have already paid for your first consultation, we will refund it in full.
What if I'm running late?
Please arrive on time. If you know you are going to be late, please call reception on +48 575 072 425. If you are going to be significantly delayed, the specialist will decide whether to see you for a shorter appointment or reschedule. If you are more than 15 minutes late, we may cancel the appointment, as there will not be enough time to carry out the session properly.
