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Dear Readers,

As we welcome you to the July 2025 issue of “The Global Psychotherapist”, the world continues to grapple with challenges that test our collective resilience – ongoing conflicts, social upheavals, and rapid changes impacting families and communities across continents. More than ever, Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (PPT after Peseschkian, since 1977) offers a framework rooted in balance, empathy, and cultural sensitivity, helping individuals navigate adversity while nurturing hope and human connection. This issue reflects our global community’s commitment to advancing understanding, sharing practical tools, and deepening the theory of PPT in ways that address both timeless and contemporary struggles.

High-quality research – whether in the form of detailed case reports, preliminary studies with small samples, or large-scale experimental trials – remains vital to advancing our field. Each study contributes to refining Positive Psychotherapy, deepening our understanding of human experience, and strengthening our shared methodology. Whether you work in a clinic, have access to larger patient groups, or want to share practical cases, we encourage you to write and submit your findings.

If you feel unsure about article structure or research design, please reach out to the Editorial Board; we are happy to connect you with experienced colleagues who can support you in transforming your data into a well-crafted publication. Moreover, if you are planning to write a practice-oriented piece, we invite you to use our article guidelines and draw inspiration from the examples published by your fellow practitioners. Together, we shape the future of Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy, ensuring our method continues to evolve to meet the needs of a changing world.

As Nossrat Peseschkian, the founder of Positive Psychotherapy, reminded us: “Every person has inner resources; our task is to help them discover and develop them.” Let us continue this mission through our research, practice, and shared dedication to fostering hope, understanding, and balance.

In this edition, we are proud to present a series of contributions from dedicated researchers and clinicians, each offering unique perspectives on the practice and development of PPT:

Ergün Türkmen – Investigation of the Relationship Between Parents’ Primary and Secondary Capacities, and Students’ Test Anxiety and Decision Making Styles

This study reveals that parents’ primary and secondary capacities—such as punctuality, kindness, justice, loyalty, and relationship—are significantly related to students’ levels of test anxiety and decision-making styles. High panic scores in students predicted greater anxiety, while cautious-selective decision-making was associated with lower anxiety, highlighting the importance of parental attitudes for children’s emotional and academic outcomes.

Dr. Elif B. Unsal Ozberk – Positive Psychotherapy-Based Family Education Program for Parents of Children Aged 0-6: Development and Application

Introduces a four-session PPT-based parenting program focused on building secure attachment, emotional awareness, and cooperative strategies without relying on rewards or punishments. The program demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing parental self-efficacy and reducing stress.

Agnieszka Nowak and Katarzyna Myślicka-Tomaszewska – Balancing Structure and Creativity: Introducing the Multisensory Balance Model

Presents a new Multisensory Balance Model that integrates sensory experiences into PPT’s traditional Balance Model, enabling therapists to support clients by balancing structured interventions with creative, sensory-based methods.

Dr. Ivan Kirillov – Primary Capacities of Time and Trust

Explores the roles of time and trust as primary capacities in PPT, offering refined approaches to diagnose and resolve conflicts related to these fundamental human qualities.

Maria V. Sergeeva– Depression as a Meaningful Meaninglessness

Reframes depression as a conflict of meaning through the lens of PPT, providing insights on helping clients rediscover purpose and balance in life.

Dr. Ali Eryilmaz – The REFLECTS Method: A Systematic and Comprehensive Way to Resolve the Basic Conflict in Positive Psychotherapy

Introduces the REFLECTS Method as a structured PPT tool for systematically working through clients’ basic conflicts, enhancing clarity and depth in therapeutic processes.

Dr. Mariia Tyshchenko – Psychodynamic Aspects of Professional Resistance in Trauma Treatment

Analyzes how therapists’ unresolved inner conflicts can contribute to professional resistance in trauma therapy, offering strategies for therapists to improve self-awareness and effectiveness.

Anna Jaźwińska-Chren – Working with Clients with ADHD: Reflections on Secondary Capacities

Demonstrated how emphasizing secondary capacities within PPT supports clients with ADHD in developing practical strategies to improve concentration, self-regulation, and daily functioning.

Stiliyana Stamova – A Case Study Analysis of Separation Anxiety in Early Childhood in Twins
Examines separation anxiety in twins, offering insights into attachment dynamics and therapeutic approaches tailored for young children facing this specific challenge.

Elena Drazheva – A Case Study Analysis of Separation Anxiety in the Effect of the Maternal and Paternal Role on Separation Anxiety in Early Childhood

Highlights how maternal and paternal roles differently affect the development and resolution of separation anxiety, guiding therapists on how to involve both parents in effective interventions.

Anna Savinova – Anxiety as a Stress-Coping Strategy in Positive Psychotherapy: Case Report

This case shows how PPT helped a young woman transform chronic anxiety into a tool for growth by addressing perfectionism and trauma, rebuilding trust, and restoring balance across life areas.

Viktoriia Ratushnenko – The Silent Cry of Migrant Children: How Positive Psychotherapy Helps Children in Exile Find Their Voice

Explores the deep psychological impact of forced migration on children and how Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (PPT) can restore their sense of voice and belonging. The paper highlights the therapist’s role as a cultural mediator and offers practical recommendations for professionals, parents, and schools working with migrant children.

Elena Kuleva  – The Possibilities of Using the Transcultural Aspect of Transcendence Resource for Socio-psychological Adaptation of Personality in the Context of Positive Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Transcultural Psychiatry

Discusses how using transcendent resources and transcultural perspectives within PPT and transcultural psychiatry can aid in the social-psychological adaptation of individuals, especially those facing cross-cultural transitions or identity challenges.

Arno Remmers – Social Support in Mental Health and Prevention: Process, Interaction and Quality

Emphasizes how strong social support systems contribute to mental health promotion and prevention, offering practical guidance on fostering effective networks of support for individuals and communities.

Dr. Hamid Peseschkian and Farid Peseschkian – Human Beings Are a Mine Rich in Gems: The Conception of Human Nature in the Bahá’í Faith and Its Influence on Positive Psychotherapy and Psychotherapeutic Practice

Explore how the Bahá’í conception of human nature has influenced the development of Positive Psychotherapy and some its techniques and concepts, showing the importance of worldview on therapeutic practice and client outcomes.

Arno Remmers and Boryana Chalakova – History of Positive Psychotherapy in Bulgaria

Chronicle the emergence and evolution of Positive Psychotherapy in Bulgaria, highlighting key milestones, cultural factors, and contributions of Bulgarian practitioners to the global PPT community.

This issue also offers a wealth of additional content, including the latest news from the world of Positive Psychotherapy, highlights from the APA Annual Meeting 2025, key insights from the WAPP International Super Conference, and updated guidelines for authors – ensuring readers stay informed about recent developments, innovative methods, and opportunities for professional growth.

As we share this issue with you, we celebrate the dedication of all authors, reviewers, editors, and the WAPP community, who continue to expand the reach and depth of Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy. Thank you for your dedication to bringing light, understanding, and healing to the world through your work.

With sincere gratitude and best wishes,

on behalf of The Editorial Board The Global Psychotherapist, Journal of Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy