Welcome!
I help adults make sense of themselves and of the children in their lives.
For children:
• Educational and creative games
• Art therapy
• Workshops on emotions and emotional intelligence
For adults:
• Parenting support and counseling
• Transformational games
• Guidance through challenging situations
In Strasbourg, Offenburg, Colmar - in person
Online consultations worldwide
Upcoming events
Wednesday creative club for children aged 8-10 - in English
A creative journey through music, emotions, stories and art, where children become explorers, investigate the world around them and iscover new ways to listen to musice, to feel and to express themselves.
Online support group for parents whose children are starting creche or maternelle — September 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:00–12:00
Four sessions to help you navigate this challenging transition period with more confidence and a better understanding of how to support both your child — and yourself.
Theory
We will look at the emotional and behavioural aspects of transition. What helps a child feel safe in a new environment? What can become a source of comfort and connection for a child at school? Why explanations don’t work?
Practice
We will explore practical ways to support your child during this period. What can help build a trusting relationship with the teacher? Which games and activities can help reduce anxiety? How can we respond to tantrums and aggressive behaviour?
Support
We will share experiences and look at how the transition is unfolding for our children: what went smoothly, what was challenging, what was helpful, and what turned out to be not exactly what we expected.
Cost: €45 per participant for all four sessions (family discounts available).
About me
My name is Natalia Ravdina. I am a teacher, lecturer, and specialist in psycho-emotional development based on attachment theory.
In my work, I combine a scientific approach and practical experience, helping adults better understand the emotional world of a child and support their development.
About my experience
2019 — 2025
Training at the Gordon Neufeld Institute (Canada):
— a three-year program for helping professionals: "Understanding Children," "Separation Complex," and "Understanding Yourself: Attachment and Personality Development"
— short courses dedicated to various childhood and non-childhood phenomena, including "The Science of Play", "The Science of Emotions", "Alpha Children", "Teenagers", and "Attachment in Couples".
2024 — 2025
Training at the Moscow Institute of Psychology in the "Psychological Counselling" program
since 2024
Active practitioner
since 2018
Mother of a daughter
My professional background that supports my work:
PhD in Philology, English language teacher, former Regional Director of Educational Projects at an international company, with expertise in intercultural and multilingual communication.
How can I help?
Parents (and sometimes other adults) reach out to me when they are concerned about what is happening — or what has recently changed — in their child’s behavior or in family relationships more broadly.
I work within an attachment-based psycho-emotional developmental paradigm, integrating it with tools drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodrama, art therapy, and other approaches.
Children / Teenagers
Children - Adults
Life changes. Loss and grief.
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Aggression
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Anxiety and fears
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Obsessive behaviors
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Impulsivity
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Attention difficulties
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Emotional outbursts
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Relationship difficulties
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Your child doesn’t listen
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Your child struggles with separation / is very clingy
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Your child always wants to be in charge
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Mealtimes are difficult
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Adjustment to preschool or school
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Learning difficulties
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Excessive screen use
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Setting healthy digital boundaries
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Relocation and other life changes
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Loss and grief
Brothers and sisters
Adults
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Adjusting to a new baby in the family
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Conflicts between siblings
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Reconnecting with your inner strength
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Strengthening partner support
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Building understanding within the family
What I offer
Parent Consultation
Workshop (up to six participants)
A one-on-one meeting for parents who want to better understand their child’s situation, make sense of what is happening, and receive support along with practical recommendations. We talk about you, your child, and what can be done starting right now.
Lecture / Seminar / Presentation for Your Audience (online or in person)
An engaging session on a child’s emotional and psychological development. The format and content are tailored to the goals and interests of your audience
We unpack a chosen topic, identify practical tools you can use in everyday life, and explore small, realistic steps you can take. It’s a supportive and respectful space to restore your inner balance and strengthen your confidence as a parent.
Gift a Consultation
A thoughtful gift for someone who could use support, fresh perspective, and reassuarance in their parenting.