Psychological Counselling Under the WHO “Problem Management Plus (PM+)” Programme

This is a structured, evidence-based psychological support programme developed by the World Health Organization for people experiencing prolonged stress, emotional exhaustion, anxiety, low mood, or difficult life circumstances. The programme focuses on improving daily functioning and building practical coping skills.

The programme is not psychotherapy in the traditional sense, but it helps to:

• reduce anxiety and emotional tension;
• cope more effectively with stress and emotional overload;
• restore a sense of control over one’s life;
• improve sleep, concentration, and overall wellbeing;
• learn practical self-help techniques that can be used every day.

How the counselling works:

The programme consists of 7 individual sessions, each lasting 50 minutes:

• 2 sessions — initial assessment.
  The specialist explores your concerns, assesses your emotional wellbeing, stress levels, and key challenges.
• 5 sessions — psychological intervention.
  Step by step, you learn practical tools, including:
  • stress and tension management;
  • restoring activity and personal resources;
  • problem-solving skills for everyday challenges;
  • strengthening supportive strategies in daily life.

Between sessions, you will be offered simple home exercises to reinforce newly learned skills.

Who this programme is suitable for:

• people experiencing prolonged stress or emotional exhaustion;
• those with mild to moderate anxiety or depressive symptoms;
• individuals going through or recovering from difficult life events;
• anyone who wants to learn how to cope more effectively with challenges.

Facilitator:

Sofiia Nastishyn — family physician and certified WHO “Problem Management Plus” practitioner.

Format:

• In-person sessions at Svoyi.Ridni
• Locations: Lviv and Vynnyky

Fee: Full programme (7 sessions) — 5000 UAH.
Payment per individual session is also available.