Giorgi Kharebashvili

B.Sc. Psychology, Clinical Psychology Intern | Psycho-Consultant | GSMRC Researcher

Professional Overview

Giorgi Kharebashvili is a clinical psychology intern and psycho-consultant affiliated with the Guga Sikharulidze Mental Health Research Center (GSMRC), where he is engaged in both clinical and research activities. He completed his foundational training in psychology at Ilia State University. He holds two years of intensive clinical experience encompassing inpatient psychiatric practice and private psychological counseling. Clinical work integrates CBT-based and psychodynamic approaches, applied across individual, group, and art therapy modalities in response to individualized patient needs.

Clinical Competence Areas

• Cognitive-behavioral intervention — CBT (assessment and structured therapeutic support)
• Psychodynamic approach (theoretical-clinical training, 2024–2025)
• Affective disorders: bipolar disorder, depression
• Neurotic spectrum: anxiety disorders, panic attacks
• Personality and psychotic disorders (clinical intervention, under supervision)
• Group therapy and art therapy methods
• Psychoeducation and community mental health engagement

Methods & Theoretical Orientation

Clinical practice is grounded in the evidence-based framework of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Concurrently, a theoretical-clinical program at the Georgian Psychoanalytic Space (2024–2025) is developing psychodynamic competence at both theoretical and applied levels. The methodological repertoire additionally includes group therapy and art therapy, selected and adapted according to individual patient assessment. All interventions are conducted under continuous supervision and informed by current peer-reviewed literature.

Academic & Professional Credentials

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology — Ilia State University
• Clinical Psychology Intern and Researcher — Guga Sikharulidze Mental Health Research Center (GSMRC)
• Clinical Experience, Inpatient Psychiatry — [NEEDS INFO — institution name]
• Private Psychological Counseling (past 1 year)
• Theoretical-Clinical Program, Psychodynamic Approach (2024–2025) — Georgian Psychoanalytic Space
• Total clinical experience: 2 years
• "Psychonauts" — Psychoeducation Project: Member and program lead
• Master's degree / additional certification: [NEEDS INFO]
• Licensure / state certification: [NEEDS INFO]

Evidence-Based Practice Statement

Mr. Kharebashvili's clinical activities are conducted in accordance with international ethical standards, patient confidentiality requirements, and the principles of evidence-based practice. Clinical rigor is maintained through continuous supervision and systematic engagement with current scientific literature. All interventions are performed within the defined professional scope and in coordination with a multidisciplinary team. Clinical services are provided within the framework of the clinic's professional standards.