Piotr Szmyt with Josette ten Have-de Labije in therapy in Lisbon

We proudly announce Piotr’s membership in IEDTA*!

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We Proudly Announce Piotr’s Membership in IEDTA

A three-year Core Training in ISTDP, completed under the supervision of Josette ten Have-de Labije.

Piotr Szmyt with Josette ten Have-de Labije in Therapy Lisbon

At Psychotherapy Lisbon, we highly prioritize continuous professional development. Therefore, we actively participate in various advanced therapeutic training, psychotherapy schools, and specialized courses.

We are proud to announce a major achievement: our psychotherapist, Piotr Szmyt, has completed a three-year Core Training in ISTDP! This significant accomplishment makes him a member of the International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association (IEDTA).

Piotr’s path to this milestone was extensive. First, he attended four years of psychoanalytic training in Portugal. Then, his development continued with a three-year ISTDP training in Berlin, supervised by Josette ten Have-de Labije. Crucially, Josette is a highly respected psychotherapist with over 50 years of experience. She conducts training globally and accredits teachers and supervisors in the ISTDP approach.

Certificate of completion of the 3-year Core Training in ISTDP:

Piotr Szmyt ISTDP certificate in therapy lisbon

“The IEDTA (International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association) is a non-profit organization devoted to supporting, improving, disseminating, and researching Experiential Dynamic Therapies (EDTs). Our members are psychotherapists and researchers located in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia.” — iedta.net

What truly distinguishes ISTDP therapists? It is, primarily, a precise, structured approach to therapeutic work. Furthermore, we record our sessions to ensure high quality. Consequently, we can repeatedly review the footage later. This process helps us evaluate the effectiveness of the therapeutic relationship and plan possible interventions for future sessions.

If you are looking for a highly skilled, English-speaking therapist in Lisbon, schedule your intake session with Piotr Szmyt in the Contact section.

More information about Josette ten Have-de Labije is available on her IEDTA profile.

Piotr Szmyt

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Piotr Szmyt

I am a certified ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy) psychotherapist, trained with Josette ten Have-de Labije, and my approach is rooted in the psychodynamic school of therapy. I am a member of IEDTA (International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association) and also draw on Transference-Focused Psychotherapy, CBT techniques, and trauma-focused approaches in my practice. I work under regular clinical supervision.

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