European Institute

of Humanist and Existential Psychotherapy

Space and home of the Humanistic-Existential Therapy approach.

For the first time in Europe since the opening of the San Francisco Existential-Humanistic Institute (EHI). Co founded and directed by former students of Yalom, Bugental, May…

European institute

of Humanist and Existential Psychotherapy

Space and home of the Humanistic-Existential Therapy approach.

For the first time in Europe since the San FranciscoExistential-Humanistic Institute (EHI). Direct students of Yalom, Bugental, May…

European institute

of Humanist and Existential Psychotherapy

Space and home of the Humanistic-Existential Therapy approach.

For the first time in Europe since the San FranciscoExistential-Humanistic Institute (EHI). Direct students of Yalom, Bugental, May…

The goal of the Institute

“In my years of experience as a therapist trainer I have observed that even the most complete training programs fail to  teach people how to be. This is where the need to create this space comes from. If you are reading this, I hope you can resonate with these words and that here you may find a place to grow, not only as a therapist, but also as a human being.”

Almudena Sánchez Mazarro, Founder and Director.

The goal of the Institute

We advocate for a change in paradigm in the way we view andapproach therapy. Rather than focusing on doing, we believe in developing a sense of being that opens our worldview and allows us to observe and feel alongside the patient . We wish to be able to go beyond what our eyes can see and what our ears can hear, instead using the therapeutic presence, our nervous systems and our hearts to fully listen and reflect over what it means to be alive.


We hope that by training and making use of this therapeutic presence we are able to solidify the bases of a true therapeutic
encounter. We consider the therapist-client bond to be an essential part of our work, irrespective of the therapist’s orientation, and a prerequisite to any technique used in
therapy.

“In my years of experience as a therapist trainer I have observed that even the most complete training programs fail to  teach people how to be. This is where the need to create this space comes from. If you are reading this, I hope you can resonate with these words and that here you may find a place to grow, not only as a therapist, but also as a human being.”

Almudena Sánchez Mazarro, Founder and Director.

What we offer

Training

Focused primarily on experiential learning, combined with a practical and theoretical teaching of the humanistic and existential approach.

Clinical Supervision

Oversight and support from an experienced therapist for the development of real life clinical practice. Individual supervision or consultation groups available.

Psycotherapy

If you need help and wish to start your own therapeutic process you can contact us.

What we offer

Training

Focused primarily on experiential learning, combined with a practical and theoretical teaching of the humanistic and existential approach

Clinical Supervisión

Oversight and support from an experienced therapist for the development of real life clinical practice. Individual supervision or consultation groups available.

Psycotherapy

If you need help and wish to start your own therapeutic process you can contact us.

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Training programs

Promoting the development of humanistic existential therapists.

High quality standards

Delivering the knowledge and the know-how of the Existential-Humanistic Institute of San Francisco.

Real life-changing and lasting therapeutic results

Learn to facilitate a therapeutic process no matter what your level or your therapeutic orientation is. If you are willing to learn you are welcome.

Open to life attitude

With the appropriate learning and supervision, we as therapists can grow and learn from each person.

Therapeutic presence

Promoting the ability to develop deep encounters with clients. Working outwards from within our bodies, nervous systems,
emotions as well as inner child.

Existential-Humanistic principles

Expand your knowledge and gain experience on this exciting approach that emphasizes the importance of the meaning of life, empathy, congruence and authenticity.

Specific skills

Learn through brief courses, longer training programs and clinical supervision.

Training programs>

Promoting the development of humanistic existential therapists.

High quality standards

Delivering the knowledge and the know-how of the Existential-Humanistic Institute of San Francisco.

Real life-changing and lasting therapeutic results

Learn to facilitate a therapeutic process no matter what your level or your therapeutic orientation is. If you are willing to learn
you are welcome.

Open to life attitude

With the appropriate learning and supervision, we as therapists can grow and learn from each person

Therapeutic presence

Promoting the ability to develop deep encounters with clients. Working outwards from within our bodies, nervous systems,
emotions as well as inner child.

Existential-humanistic principles

Expand your knowledge and gain experience on this exciting approach that emphasizes the importance of the meaning of life, empathy, congruence and authenticity.

Specific skills

Learn through brief courses, longer training programs and clinical supervision.

Supervision

Supervision is a fundamental process in humanistic-existential therapy. A therapist’s main tool to allow for positive changes in clients is him or herself, which is why it is imperative that we receive adequate and rigorous supervision.

It is an important step to develop as therapists, to grow and to consolidate the knowledge acquired

We offer the opportunity of accompanying and supervising you on this journey to become a better therapist. Available as individual supervision or in consultation groups, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.

Supervision

Supervision is a fundamental process in humanistic-existential therapy. A therapist’s main tool to allow for positive changes in clients is him or herself, which is why it is imperative that we receive adequate and rigorous supervision.

It is an important step to develop as therapists, to grow and to consolidate the knowledge acquired

We offer the opportunity of accompanying and supervising you on this journey to become a better therapist. Available as individual supervision or in consultation groups, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.

Specialist psychotherapist

Team

Almudena Sánchez Mazarro

Almudena Sánchez Mazarro

Founder and Director

Psychologist and instructor, specialized in humanistic,integrative and existential therapies. University professor and
international instructor. Co-author of various publications.

Nader R. Shabahangi

Nader R. Shabahangi

Vicedirector

Psychotherapist. Co-founder and vice director of the Existential-Humanistic Institute (EHI) in San Francisco. International instructor, university professor and author of several books.

Kirk J. Schneider

Kirk J. Schneider

.Psychologist with extensive
nternational recognition. Presidential candidate to the American Psychological Association (APA) and ex-president of the APA’s Psychotherapy Division. University professor, international instructor and author of numerous books. Cofounder and director of the EHI.

Collaborator

Orah Krug

Orah Krug

Renowned psychotherapist and supervisor, internationally known for her professional trajectory. University professor and international instructor. Co-author of several books. Directed the EHI in San Francisco for many years.

Joan Garriga Bacardí

Joan Garriga Bacardí

Humanistic psychologist, trained in numerous therapeutic approaches. International trainer. Has extensive experience as a therapist as well as professional recognition. Author of several books.

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