I will help you build relationships that support rather than drain you. Together, we will find a way to adopt a kinder attitude towards yourself and others, so you can face life's challenges with greater ease and confidence.
- Individual and couples therapy in central Prague or online
- A safe space for adults and adolescents (15+)
- Therapy in Czech and English
About me
Relationships are the foundation of our wellbeing and the source of our greatest struggles. In my practice, I focus both on what happens between people and on the relationship you have with yourself.
I will help you develop a kinder attitude towards yourself, so that in difficult moments you can offer yourself support rather than criticism. I will guide you towards honest and safe relationships with others that will not leave you feeling drained. I believe that good relationships will strengthen your ability to cope with life and all challenges it brings.
Education and experience
My professional foundation is based on my studies in psychology at Charles University in Prague and comprehensive psychotherapy training in Gestalt therapy. I continuously develop my knowledge in areas relevant to my practice, currently focusing on couples therapy and work with adolescents. Thanks to my experience in the clinical field, I am able to offer insight into mental health issues and provide a diagnostic assessment. My further training and experience enable me to support clients in crisis situations and when working through trauma.
I am a full member of the Czech Association for Psychotherapy (ČAP) and uphold its ethical standards, continuing my professional development and regular supervision.
Drawing on my experience, I can offer an approach that is professionally grounded, yet also compassionate and tailored to your unique situation.
Education
- Psychology, Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague – Master’s degree, 2008–2013
- Systematic psychotherapy training in Gestalt therapy, IVGT Prague, 2016–2022
- Postgraduate training in couples therapy, 2026
- Working with adolescents, young adults and their parents using Gestalt therapy and the Violet Oaklander model – workshop led by Lynn Stadler, 2025
- Mindfulness course, mindfullife.cz, 2015
- Comprehensive Crisis Intervention Course, Déčko Liberec, z.s., 2014–2015
- Accredited Coaching Training in the Gestalt Approach, Gestalt Essence, 2013
Clinical experience
- Private psychotherapeutic practice, since 2018, regulated trade: Provision of services in the field of Psychological counseling and diagnostics and Counseling psychotherapy
- Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic, Psychiatrie Praha, 2019–2022, individual psychotherapy and psychodiagnostics
- Psychotherapeutic Sanatorium Ondřejov, 2018–2019, individual and group psychotherapy in the Addiction Department
- Psychologist in the security services (Czech Police and Czech Customs Administration), 2013–2017
Services
My work is grounded in the principles of Gestalt therapy. Approach of Gestalt therapy believes that change occurs when we gain a deeper understanding ourselves and the situation we are in, and when we are able to recognise our own needs and resources. It does not aim to judge or interpret, but to understand. It does not offer universal advice, but helps you find your own solutions.
In practice, this means I won’t just be a silent listener. I will engage in an active dialogue with you, offer feedback and help you become aware of what is happening in you right now. The goal is not merely to talk about the past, but to find your inner resources for a better present.
The first session is about getting to know each other. You will describe what brings you here, and I will explain how we can work on your issues. After three sessions we will assess together whether my approach suits you.
Thanks to online sessions and therapy in English, I can support people who travel frequently or live in an international environment.
How we can work together:
- Individual therapy for adults and adolescents aged 15 and over.
- Couples therapy.
- Face-to-face and/or online sessions. Both formats can be combined.
- I work with clients in Czech and English.
Individual therapy
Individual therapy is a space where you don’t have to face your struggles alone, whether you are dealing with a specific diagnosis such as depression or burnout, or feeling a general sense of unease and a loss of meaning. I will help you explore what you need in your life right now, and find the resources to make your life feel fulfilling.
What I can help you with:
- Relationship with yourself: I don't feel comfortable in my own skin.
- Relationship with others: I struggle with relationships. With my partner, friends, parents or children. I feel lonely.
- Challenging life situations: Life feels overwhelming right now and I need support.
- Dissatisfaction: I am unhappy and don't know what to do about it.
- Emotional distress: I have experienced trauma and want to work through it. I am struggling with anxiety, depression or burnout.
Couples therapy
In couples therapy, I create a neutral environment for partners who wish to rebuild mutual trust or navigate a difficult crisis together. I will help you gain insight into your own needs and those of your relationship as a whole. Together, we will look for ways to communicate and meet those needs, so that your partnership can once again be a safe and fulfilling place.
As a couple, you may find yourselves:
- There are issues we can’t agree on and we need help resolving them.
- We are going through a crisis in our relationship. Communication feels hard. You argue a lot.
- There has been an affair or another breach of trust.
- We are considering a break-up. We want to clarify whether to continue. We want to break up and we want a guide to help us do it properly.
Terms & fees
For your first appointment, please get in touch by phone, email or the contact form below. The first session is about getting to know each other and agreeing on the terms of our work together. Further appointments will be arranged in person.
Effective therapeutic work depends on regularity. The standard frequency is once a week, or once a fortnight. We will agree on the right frequency together at the start of the process. I do not work at intervals longer than once a fortnight as I find it insufficiently effective.
You may cancel a session free of charge at least 24 hours in advance either by phone or email. If you cancel later, I will charge the full amount. Thank you for respecting my time and availability.
I am involved in preventive health insurance programs that offer contributions for psychotherapy (for example, VZP provides up to CZK 5,000 for 10 sessions). I recommend checking the current terms and conditions directly with your insurance provider.
Confidentiality is a core principle of my work. I treat all information about you as strictly private. I adhere to the ethical code of the European Association for Psychotherapy and supervise my work regularly to ensure a safe and professional approach for my clients. My work is currently supervised by Ing. Marian Chrasta and Mgr. Jana Besperátová.
I adhere to data protection principles.
In accordance with Act No. 101/2000 Coll. on the Protection of Personal Data and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council (GDPR), I hereby inform my clients about how their personal data is handled and processed.
- I collect client data to the following extent: first name (surname is not required), phone number, and optionally email address — solely for the purposes of mutual communication (rescheduling or cancelling sessions).
- This data is processed only by me and is not shared with any third party.
- During therapy I take personal notes in anonymised form (clients cannot be identified from these notes, and they are not linked to the personal data listed above). They are therefore not personal data under Act No. 101/2000 Coll. and are not subject to the personal data processing measures under the above-mentioned regulations. These notes are used solely for my therapeutic work and are never accessible to third parties.
- I am not a clinical psychologist and therefore do not maintain medical records as required by the relevant legislation.
These terms and fees apply to all sessions and help us maintain clarity, mutual respect and the quality of our work together.
Fees
Sessions are paid directly by clients:
- by bank transfer in advance,
- by QR payment on the spot, or
- on the basis of an issued invoice.
Account number: 2601377347/2010
The fee is the same for both in-person and online sessions,
in Czech or English.
| Individual therapy | |
|---|---|
| Adults and adolescents (15+), 50 minutes | 1500 CZK |
| Couples therapy | |
| 50 minutes | 1800 CZK |
| 75 minutes | 2200 CZK |
Contact
Mgr. Adéla Rudá
Email: info@adelaruda.cz
Phone: +420 730 688 951
Company registration number (IČ): 07045638
Bank account number: 2601377347/2010
Sessions available in Czech and English.
Where we meet
Online
Online from anywhere
you happen to be
