Adriana Bestea

Adriana Bestea, a Romanian psychotherapist under supervision, shares her transformative shift from a 15-year career in advertising to therapy, spurred on by the pandemic. She discusses the challenges of providing mental health support amid crises, including the Ukraine war. Emphasizing the importance of validating client concerns, Adriana elaborates on the art of active listening in therapy. She also addresses the unique hurdles expats face in Austria with accessing therapy and the need for connection and support in the therapeutic journey.