Psychotherapist Teo Cristea-Mocian

Teo Cristea-Mocian - Psychotherapist Specialized in Neurodivergence 🌈🧠

Hi, I'm Teo and my passion is supporting and understanding the complexity and beauty of neurodivergent minds. With a solid training in Pediatric Psychiatry at SCUC, Cluj-Napoca 🏥 and a rich experience in systemic psychotherapy, I approach each case with empathy, dedication and professionalism.

About my experience:

The clients I usually work with represent a diverse range of the human spectrum: many of them identify as queer, neurodivergent, with a significant autistic presence. Not only do I understand neurodivergent because of my professional studies and experience, but I also have a deep personal connection to the field, being autistic myself. This gives me a unique perspective and a capacity for genuine empathy, creating a special connection with my clients. My authenticity and personal experience helps me to deeply understand the nuances and challenges each client faces.

In my clinical experience, I have been guided with a particular focus on understanding and supporting people with autism, with a strong emphasis on social equality issues. I am driven by a deep passion to work with those who, for various reasons, feel marginalised or unaccepted in society. I am currently focusing on a specialist area called 'unmasking', which aims to reveal and validate an individual's true identity without feeling the need to 'wear a mask' to the world.

As a Resident Physician in Pediatric Psychiatry, I have had the privilege of working directly with young people, assessing their mental and motor development, interpreting psychological examination data and counseling their families. Each child and adolescent has a unique story, and I have learned to listen, interpret and provide appropriate solutions together.

I am proud to be an *autistic rights activist*. My work with the *Autist Romania Association* has helped me to connect on a deep level with the neurodivergent community, report rights violations and provide valuable information through articles, presentations and even on platforms like Instagram and Tik-Tok.

My experience in systemic family psychotherapy has equipped me with an arsenal of techniques and methods, from narrative therapy and couples therapy to short-term solution-focused therapy. All of these help me adapt to the needs of each family and find the most appropriate way to address each challenge.

Why work with me?

I pride myself on my empathetic communication skills. Regardless of the context, be it a therapy session or a conversation with colleagues, I strive to build relationships based on trust and mutual respect.

Thanks to my training and experience, I can adapt my communication according to the neurotype and cognitive development level of the person I interact with.

Throughout my career, I have honed my conflict mediation skills and am prepared to intervene in tense situations, offering balanced and understanding solutions.

We live in a digital age, and my virtual communication and social media skills help me stay connected with patients and the community, providing support and information in an accessible way.

In my professional journey, I have learned to value and support the uniqueness of each person I work with. I invite you to discover an environment where you are valued, understood and supported in all your unique aspects. 🌟💼💌

🔗 For more details or appointments, please contact me! I conduct sessions both in my private practice and online.