Iryna Burkun Kanta — PhD, psychologist-consultant. Over 20 years of experience working with people. Specializing in psychological and body-oriented therapy
I help process traumatic experience through body and psyche. We work with PTSD, psychosomatic manifestations, body blocks, sexuality trauma. Restoring sense of safety in your own body, integrating difficult experience and reconnecting with yourself
PTSD
Body Symptoms
Sexuality Trauma
Finding Yourself (incl. ADHD assessment and emigration)
We work on self-identity awareness, autonomy development and building healthy boundaries in relationships. I help integrate the Inner Child, strengthen the Adult figure and find inner support
Identity
Inner Child
Adult Figure
Transgenerational Family Scripts
We explore the influence of family system on your life, identify and transform unconscious scripts passed through generations. We work with the Family Tree, unravel family tangles, free ourselves from others' scripts and find our own path
Family Research
Family Tree
Transgenerational Scripts
Life Crises and the Theme of Grief and Loss
I support during difficult periods of change and loss. I help go through grief, adapt to emigration, find resources in solo parenting. Together we seek inner support, learn to let go of what no longer serves, and find strength to move forward
Emigration
Solo Parenting
Loss and Grief
What the Therapeutic Journey Looks Like
*Portia Nelson "Autobiography in Five Short Chapters”
I walk down the street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I fall in. I am lost and helpless, but it's not my fault. It takes forever to get out
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I pretend not to see it and fall in again. I can't believe it — I'm in the same hole again. But it's not my fault. It still takes a long time to get out
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I see it. And yet I fall in — it's a habit. My eyes are wide open, I know where I am. I chose this myself, I see it and I get out right away
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I walk around it
I walk down a different street
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Author's Products and Certificates
Metaphorical Card Deck "Body Theaters"
Psychological tool for working with body symptoms, psychosomatics and internal blocks. Helps find the connection between body sensations and current life situations
Suitable for those who want to support a loved one but don't know how to start a conversation about therapy. A certificate is a delicate way to show care without pressure
In my view: a person needs another person. A caring witness of their life. Someone with whom genuine trusting relationships can be built. This is what I base my work on
Without advice on "how to live". And although many things in life can be handled alone, there are still periods when it's important and especially valuable to have "your person" nearby. Someone you can trust and feel safe with
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4 Stages of Healing by E. Berne
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Social Control
Client begins to perform actions previously avoided. Returns to social activity, but behavior is supported by external factors
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Symptom Relief
Client no longer experiences fear, anxiety or other symptoms related to difficulties. Symptoms disappear, relief is felt
03
Transference Cure
Client seems autonomous, however this autonomy is achieved in response to relationship with therapist. Changes occur within therapy context
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Script Cure
Personality achieves autonomy. Client becomes aware of life scripts, frees themselves from them and makes decisions based on their own needs
Iryna Burkun Kanta — PhD, psychologist, researcher. I have additional qualifications as a specialist in psychosomatics (PSY2.0) and psychologist-sexologist
For me to like something, it has to work, and work multifunctionally. I deliberated buying this deck 10 times. I was right — they're worth it. First, it worked great for examining symptoms, works wonderfully with food addiction, anxiety and depression. So welcome
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Maria Sorokopud
Review about the deck
Iryna, good evening! Only today I got to watch your second broadcast. I'm that same participant who talked about the forgotten younger child. I cried when I heard from you. Because all these days I've been thinking about my body as a child) And the colorless cast turned out interesting. Every time I look in the mirror, I search for "color" in my eyes, lips, cheeks... and strangely, for two days in a row I hear from people around me - oh, Svit, you're so bright today! And seemingly nothing has changed. Except my attitude toward myself. Thank you for these changes. For the inspiration. For a new perspective on myself. I have my body)))
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Svitlana Sehen
Review about the broadcast
😊 I had the opportunity to work with the deck several times, very productive, meaningful and useful for clients.
The deck worked perfectly for working with women 30+ in the context of restoring "I'm Sexual, open, can do more and shouldn't be ashamed of it", we talked about discovering new things for yourself and your sex with partner, about enjoying partner.
So I can definitely say that this deck is a definite recommendation for sexologists! Also a little surprise happened: recently I looked at my wish list and it turned out that in January I wrote this deck there😍
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Client (MAC cards work)
Review about the deck
Iryna! I don't know what energies you created this deck with, but magic happens when meeting it, it evokes much surprise, anxious joy and childish interest to explore! Thank you! Incredible! I'm amazed by what you've done! And now about the magic: I randomly pulled the same card you sent me above! Can you imagine, it happens! Phenomenal! Theory of paired numbers at work! I exhale and admire ❤️ Everything as you said, I get pleasure communicating with the deck 👌
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Client (MAC cards work)
Review about the deck
It's always about the fact that a couple always has the opportunity for synchronous development.
If BOTH want it. Perhaps he doesn't yet know what he wants: Keep things as they were or move to a new level of relationship.
Now I will figure myself out completely, if you agree to continue accompanying and consulting me. Your words fall into my heart like balm, I absorb them like a sponge and am very grateful to you for this communication!!!
I can't even express how happy I am about our communication!!! Communicating with you is better than meeting the president!!!
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Client (couples therapy)
Review about therapy
Iryna, huge thanks for this broadcast! I love my body and thought I wouldn't hear anything new! But you charmed with your presentation, valuable information, wonderful meditation! Bravo and once again huge thanks!😘😘😘
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Nataliia Duhan
Review about the broadcast
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FAQ: Answers to Most Common Questions
1. How do I know if I need therapy?
If you're feeling bad or finding life difficult, experiencing anxiety, emotional exhaustion, relationship difficulties, psychosomatic symptoms or going through a life crisis — therapy can help. The first consultation (20 minutes) is free, where we'll determine your request together and choose a work format
2. How many sessions will I need?
It depends on your request. Short symptom work — 1-4 sessions. Evidence-based therapeutic course — 16 sessions. For deep processes (PTSD, depression, grief) — year-long support. We'll discuss this at the first meeting
3. How does online therapy differ from offline?
In terms of effectiveness — no difference. Online format allows working from anywhere in the world, maintaining confidentiality and comfort. Offline suits those who value personal contact and physical presence. Choose the format convenient for you
4. What are MAC cards and how are they used in therapy?
MAC (Metaphorical Associative Cards) are a tool for working with the unconscious through images and associations. They help explore emotions more deeply, find answers to complex questions and see situations from a new perspective
5. How does the first meeting go?
The first meeting (up to 20 minutes) is an introduction. We'll discuss your request, I'll tell you about my approach, you can ask questions. After that we'll decide together if we're a good fit and choose a work format. This consultation is free
Book a Consultation and Start Your Journey to Inner Balance
The first meeting is a space to be heard. We'll discuss what's troubling you now, determine the direction of work and find an approach that resonates with you. Online or offline — choose a convenient format
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Iryna Burkun Kanta
PhD, Psychologist, Researcher
Iryna Burkun Kanta — PhD, Psychologist-Consultant, Researcher
Education and Qualifications*
2011
PhD (Scientific Degree)
PhD — a scientific degree confirming deep research skills, critical thinking and serious approach. Universally recognized worldwide
2018
Psychologist-Consultant
Psychologist-Consultant — requalification based on higher education and PhD degree. Foundation for work in counseling psychology
2018-2020
Psychosomatics Specialist
Psychosomatics Specialist PSY2.0 — advanced training in working with psychosomatic symptoms, bodily manifestations of emotional states and the connection between psyche and body. Modular training with certificates awarded after each stage
2018-2020
Psychologist-Sexologist
Specialization in working with the intimate sphere of life. Graduation project — creation of MAC deck "Body, Sex and Shame”
2023
Transactional Analysis
Since 2023, continuing training and practice in transactional analysis. Modular training system with the right to apply learned approaches and methods. Certificates are awarded after each module
*All education documents and qualification certificates can be provided upon request
Psychological tool for working with body symptoms, psychosomatics and internal blocks. The deck can be used to analyze various areas of life, aiming to find the connection between body sensations (symptoms, illnesses, blocks, tensions) and current/past life situations
Questions you can work through with the deck:
01
What is happening in life now?
02
What is the main message my body is sending me now?
03
What will happen if this sensation leaves the body?
04
What will I have to start doing?
"Body Theaters" is a diagnostic, psychosomatic, deep card deck for those who like it intense, as each card resonates with body sensations
Metaphorical Card Deck "Body, Sex and Shame (18+)"
90 illustrated cards
Instructions in Russian
Storage pouch
Psychosomatic diagnostic tool for exploring the intimate sphere of life. Helps work through fears, doubts and limitations on the path to harmonious sexual life. The deck is created to work with the emotional chain Body–Sex–Shame and find the connection between body sensations and current/past life situations and experiences
Questions you can work through with the deck:
01
What fears block my sexuality?
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Where does my shame come from?
03
What do I allow myself to feel in intimacy?
04
How can I reconnect with my body?
"Body, Sex and Shame" is a tool for working with the most vulnerable intimate sphere. Suitable for self-analysis, individual work with a sexologist and couples therapy
Resource psychosomatic deck for finding energy and zest for life. Helps explore true desires, feel pleasure, enjoyment and joy. Each card hides a story about unusual gardens of fantasies blooming inside you
Questions you can work through with the deck:
01
What are my true desires?
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What brings me pleasure?
03
Where did I lose my zest for life?
04
How can I bring joy back to myself?
"Body Treasures" is a resource deck for those who want to reconnect with life and find vitality. Main goal: to remind you that "life is still worth living!”
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