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A good psychologist will not play along with the desire to shift responsibility from oneself to otherstranslated

October 15, 2026 · 1 min read

We strive to live as Christians, but we often fall into anger, sadness, or even depression. We worry, burn out, quarrel with loved ones, and get offended by the whole wide world. And when we get to the point, we understand: it’s time to see a psychologist.  And then the question arises: which one? Who can help us?

The material was prepared following a live broadcast with psychologist Alexander Tkachenko.

ININA Natalia, psychologist

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First of all, decide on the coordinate system

If spiritual life is important to you, then look for a specialist who shares this position. The best option is to turn to a Christian psychologist who understands where you need to work with the psyche and where with the soul. Unlike a secular psychologist, he does not simply eliminate the symptoms of a person’s personal problems, but helps him

o understand their deep meaning,

o find a balance between spiritual and psychological,

o develop, focusing on Christian values.

Evaluate the effectiveness of working with a psychologist

Ask yourself: do you have a growing sense of responsibility for your own life and the decisions you make? A good specialist will not play along with the desire to shift the blame for his troubles onto someone else. He…

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