About me
My name is Maria Kosicka, and I am a psychologist – by profession and by passion.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from SWPS University in Katowice, as well as postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Psychology for Children and Adolescents. I have completed training in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and my work is strongly informed by this approach. I am also a GlobeSmart Certified Facilitator, which has enhanced my ability to work with culturally diverse groups and facilitate workshops.
Currently, alongside my private practice, I work as a psychologist at Medicover Healthcare Center and at the University of Economics in Katowice, where I support students, doctoral researchers, and members of the academic community. At Medicover, I work with expats and international professionals, supporting them in navigating cultural adaptation, life transitions, and career development while building a life in a new country.
My professional journey
From the very beginning of my professional journey, I have been drawn to work that involves supporting people through change, growth, and life’s challenges. This interest ultimately led me to psychology and the decision to dedicate my career to helping others in a more personal and meaningful way.
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent more than ten years working in Human Resources and organizational development. During that time, I supported employees, managers, and leaders across a wide range of areas, including recruitment, career development, training, coaching, and organizational change.
These experiences gave me valuable insight into the realities of professional life and the challenges people face while balancing personal well-being, career aspirations, and major life transitions. Today, I draw on both my psychological training and my business background to better understand and support my clients in navigating personal, professional, and intercultural challenges. One of my key areas of expertise is helping clients facing burnout, career-related difficulties, and major professional transitions.
Why migration psychology?
My interest in migration and cultural adaptation is both professional and personal. Having lived abroad myself, I understand many of the opportunities, challenges, and unexpected emotions that can accompany life in a different country. While migration can be exciting and enriching, it often raises deeper questions about identity, belonging, relationships, and the meaning of home.
Over time, through my work with expats and international professionals, I became increasingly interested in the psychological aspects of migration — how people adapt to new cultural environments, make sense of living between cultures, and integrate these experiences into their sense of self. This interest continues to shape both my clinical work and my academic pursuits.
Today, I support international clients in navigating cultural adaptation, life transitions, and career development, while also exploring the topics of migration, identity, belonging, and well-being through research. I believe that migration is not only a geographical journey, but often a deeply personal journey of identity, adaptation, and self-discovery.
How I Work
My work is primarily informed by the Solution-Focused Approach (SFBT) and narrative psychology. At the same time, I work integratively, drawing on ideas and techniques from different therapeutic traditions — from cognitive-behavioral methods to psychodynamic perspectives, especially Transcultural Positive Psychotherapy developed by Dr. Peseschkian.
I support clients in exploring their strengths, resources, values, and the stories they tell about themselves, helping them find meaning in their experiences. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every person brings a unique story and way of understanding the world. My role is to listen carefully, adapt the process to your needs, and work alongside you in a way that feels supportive, respectful, and meaningful.