Olga Kitaina

Olga Kitaina, a psychologist and TED Fellow, sheds light on the transformation of mental health care in Russia, where historical stigmas and misuse of psychiatry linger. She discusses her initiative to vet psychologists, aiming to boost trust and quality in therapy. Highlighting the rising demand for mental health resources post-pandemic, Olga emphasizes the vital role of psychotherapy in fostering individual and community resilience. Her insights reveal both the challenges and hopeful strides being made in Russian mental health care.