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Rostyslav Shemechko - Psychotherapist & Life Coach

Rostyslav Shemechko; Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO), Schema Therapist, Certified Therapist in CBT and EMDR.

09/28/2025

“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.”
📜Shannon L. Alder

Do you agree?

09/26/2025

Do you remember our conversation last week about how beneficial it is to challenge your brain? Here are some practical, therapist-recommended ways to do it:
🧠Pick up a musical instrument, a language, or a craft that requires new cognitive pathways.
🧠Engage in strategy games, complex puzzles, or scenario-based problem solving.
🧠Tackle challenging books or articles outside your comfort zone; write a brief summary or critique.
🧠Set weekly goals (e.g., one new concept, two practice sessions) and track progress.
🧠Practice dual-task exercises (e.g., memorize a sequence while describing a scene) to boost working memory under variation.
If you use apps, choose those that adapt to difficulty and connect to real-life goals.

What will you try first?

For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

09/24/2025

Some more tips to combat procrastination and complete tasks (follow the link in the comment to read the first part):
🔧Schedule a commit moment: Put a precise time on your calendar to resume, even if just 10 minutes.
🔧Give yourself permission to delay, not abandon: If needed, decide to finish tomorrow with a fresh plan.
🔧Ask for a nudge: Tell a friend or colleague what you’ll accomplish and check in later.
🔧Celebrate tiny wins: Completed the next micro-goal? Reward yourself, even with a quick stretch or coffee break.
I like the 3rd one the most. And you?

For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

09/22/2025

“If you can dream it, you can do it.”
📜Walt Disney

Dream➡️Plan➡️Implement
Have a happy week!

09/19/2025

⬇️Tip of a Day⬇️
🧹Clean a Small Space

Tackle a tiny organizing task - like a drawer or a shelf - for 5–15 minutes. The act of creating order provides a sense of accomplishment and control in situations that feel chaotic.

For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

09/17/2025

As a psychotherapist, I see how cognitive challenge goes hand in hand with emotional resilience and overall well-being. When we gently push our brains regularlymastery, we’re not just sharpening memory - we’re inviting neuroplasticity, greater problem-solving flexibility, and healthier aging.

New skills and complex tasks help the brain form and reorganize connections, supporting learning and adaptation. Mental stimulation builds a reserve that may delay the onset of cognitive changes even if there are age-related brain changes. Mental agility in facing unfamiliar problems improves flexibility, reduces thinking rigidity, and boosts decision-making confidence. Successfully navigating new cognitive tasks can reinforce mastery and resilience, supporting coping in therapy and daily life.

Stay tuned to find some ideas on how to start your brain challenge.

For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

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09/14/2025

"Without effort, your talent is nothing more than your unmet potential."
📜Angela Duckworth

Are you ready to meet your potential? Have a great week!

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09/12/2025

Are you running out of steam to finish that task?
Let’s flip the script and get it done! Here are some practical tips:
🚶Pause with a micro-goal: Break the task into a 5-minute bite. Set a timer and start.
🚶‍♀️Simplify the next step: Identify the smallest action that moves you forward today.
🚶Rename the task: Give it a clearer, smaller title. A less intimidating label reduces resistance.
🚶‍♀️Check your why: Remind yourself why this matters. Reconnect with the outcome, not just the steps.
🚶Change your environment: A 10-minute change of scene can boost focus (different room, playlist, or clean desk).

Stay tuned for more tips. For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

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09/10/2025

💡Tip Of A Day💡: Try Humming or Singing 👨‍🎤

Hum or softly sing for 1–2 minutes. Vocal vibrations stimulate the vagus nerve, promoting relaxation and a parasympathetic shift. It can also improve breathing patterns and mood. Just try once and share your result in the comments. Or schedule a consultation to find your best way to relax and reduce stress.

For personal consultation, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

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09/07/2025

"No one can go back and make a brand new start. However, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending."
📜Carl Bard

Are you ready to rewrite your book? ;)
Have a great week!

09/05/2025

Last month, we talked about the link between clutter and stress. But we know that the first step is the hardest. So, here are some practical decluttering tips to start with:

✔️Start with a 10-minute reset: pick one small area (a desk drawer, a shelf) and remove all non-essentials.

✔️The one-in-one-out rule: for every new item, remove one existing item that you no longer need.

✔️Create simple zones: a dedicated space for work, one for rest, and a clearly defined area for items you actually use.

✔️Put things away with a ritual: an end-of-day routine that returns items to their home.

✔️Digitize where possible: reduce paper clutter by scanning and storing important documents securely.

Decluttering is not a one-and-done task. It’s a process of learning what you really value and what truly serves your well-being. Are you ready to start? ;)

For help or advice, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

09/03/2025

Here are several unconventional yet healthy strategies you can try:

🍏Chew Crunchy Food Intentionally: Choose crunchy vegetables, apples, or nuts and chew slowly and mindfully. Focused chewing can ground you in the present moment, reduce jaw tension, and create a moment of mindful pause amid a busy day.

🎨Doodle or Colour: Spend 5–10 minutes colouring or doodling in a plain notebook. Repetitive artistic activities can lower cortisol levels and provide a gentle cognitive shift away from ruminative thoughts.

🧊Hold an Ice Cube: Hold an ice cube for 30–60 seconds or place your hands in cool water. The mild physical shock can interrupt a racing stress response and shift attention away from distressing thoughts.

❓What will you try first?

For help or advice, contact Rostyslav Shemechko at 647-866-9061 or info@shemechko.com.

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2487 Bloor Street West, Unit 2
Toronto, ON
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Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 9pm

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http://shemechko.com/

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Welcome

My name is Rostyslav Shemechko; Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO), Schema Therapist, Certified Therapist in CBT and EMDR.

I am a compassionate and dedicated Psychotherapist, with a passion for helping others.

With 10 years of experience, I strive in developing myself in the work that I do, by assisting my clients experience through positive personal growth and change. I have helped countless individuals, couples, and families regain control of their lives and move forward to a more balanced life.

As a Psychotherapist, I specialize in helping people who are struggling through difficult life situations. My approach in supporting you is by bringing harmony into your life.

I received my education in various European Universities in the following areas: Theology (Catholic University of Lublin, Poland), Science of Education (Pontifical Salisian University, Rome, Italy), Psychology and Psychotherapy (Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum/Skinner Institute, Rome, Italy); Oxford Center of CBT; UICBT; Austrian Institute of EMDR (Vienna, Austria).

I started off my career as a University Professor, where I became the Co-Founder and the President of the Center of Psychology, Center of Counseling and Vice-President of the Institute of Mental Health, during 8 years of working.

For the last 10 years I work as a Psychotherapist, offering individual, couple, relationship and family therapy, therapy groups and workshops. I also provide individual and group coaching.

I am here to assist you to enjoy your life. Contact me today to book an appointment.

Dreams become reality when thoughts become actions.

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