Cite as (APA style): Ihnatovych, O. (2026). Positive Psychotherapy in a war context: transcultural dimensions of resilience and meaning reconstruction in Ukrainian veterans. The Global Psychotherapist, 6(2), 50-59 http://doi.org/10.52982/lkj313
Abstract: This study explores the transcultural dimensions of Positive Psychotherapy (PPT) in supporting psychological recovery among Ukrainian veterans in the context of war. Building on the theoretical framework of PPT developed by Nossrat Peseschkian, the article examines how culturally embedded values, meanings, and interpersonal dynamics influence resilience and posttraumatic growth. The study integrates empirical findings from a group-based PPT intervention with a conceptual analysis of transcultural factors relevant to post-war adaptation.
A mixed-method approach was applied, combining quantitative measures of resilience, life satisfaction, and actual capabilities with qualitative analysis of participants’ experiences. The findings indicate that PPT contributes not only to enhancing resilience and emotional regulation but also to reconstructing personal meaning and restoring interpersonal trust. From a transcultural perspective, the activation of actual capabilities appears closely linked to culturally shaped narratives of endurance, community, and moral values. The results highlight that Positive Psychotherapy provides a culturally sensitive and adaptable framework for working with war-affected populations. The study contributes to the understanding of how transcultural dimensions mediate psychological recovery and offers practical implications for psychotherapy, rehabilitation programs, and professional training in post-conflict contexts.
Keywords: Positive Psychotherapy, transcultural psychotherapy, resilience, meaning reconstruction, Ukrainian veterans model