Nisjeta Vladaj - Clinical sexologist and sociologist
Who am I?
Choosing the right therapist is essential. Good therapy is based on a relationship of trust, and it's natural to want to find the person with whom you feel most comfortable. To avoid having to try out several practitioners before finding the right dynamic, here's a little introduction to me, to see if my approach speaks to you.
My name is Nisjeta Vladaj and I'm of Albanian-Kosovar origin. I grew up in an environment where sexuality had no place. My loving parents never had the opportunity to talk about it or learn about it, unwittingly perpetuating this way of doing things.
As I grew up, I realized that ignoring questions related to sexuality and emotional life only served to lock us into our own fears, doubts and discomfort. So I decided to do things differently: demystify sexuality, open up dialogue and support those who want to move forward without taboos or judgment.
I soon realized that the silence surrounding sexuality didn't just affect my family, but was much broader than that. In my circle of friends, in society as a whole, so many people found themselves without answers to their questions, often alone with their doubts. But why was such a universal subject so taboo? It was with this desire to understand - and above all to take action - that I decided to study sociology and clinical sexology.
My desire to understand the world and the dynamics that shape it first led me to a Bachelor's degree in philosophy and social sciences. I went on to do a Master's degree in gender studies at the Faculty of Social Sciences in Geneva. In parallel with my Master's degree, I undertook a DAS in clinical sexology at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), an essential training course to support people in their relationship with sexuality and emotional life.
Combining Sexology and Sociology
We often tend to think of sexuality as something purely intimate, detached from everything else. Yet it is deeply embedded in society. Our desires, our relationships and the way we experience intimacy are influenced by the norms, culture, traditions and injunctions that surround us. The way we perceive the body, pleasure and emotional relationships is not born in a vacuum: it is shaped by education, social representations and dominant discourses.
This is where sociology comes into its own.
It enables us to analyze these influences, to understand how they shape our experiences and, sometimes, our blockages.By combining sociology and sexology, my approach aims to open up areas for reflection and support that take into account both the individual and the context in which he or she evolves.
Because sexuality is a living, social and intimate experience, it's essential to talk about it.
An integrative approach
- A CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) approach:To work on the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that influence sexuality and well-being.
- A sexocorporal approach: Sexuality is also experienced through the body. This approach helps to refine sensations, release tension and better manage arousal and pleasure through breathing, movement and relaxation.
- Functional approach: Understanding our own sexual functioning enables us to adjust our practices and rediscover harmony. This approach takes into account the physiological, emotional and relational factors that influence sexuality.
- A systemic approach: Sexuality does not exist in a vacuum. It is influenced by our relationships, our family, our environment and our interactions with others.
- An approach based on gender dynamics and power relationships: Sexuality is influenced by social norms, gender roles and cultural injunctions. This approach enables us to deconstruct expectations, better understand their impact on desire and pleasure, and rediscover a freer sexuality aligned with oneself.
- A transcultural approach: because we don't all experience sexuality in the same way. Our origins, our values, our traditions and the norms that surround us shape our experiences and our relationship with the body and intimacy.This dimension is essential in my support, to understand and respect different ways of being and experiencing sexuality.
Consultations
- Children and adolescents (60 min - CHF 80)
I accompany children and teenagers (6-18 years) who are going through an important stage or facing a question related to sexuality and emotional life. In a caring and reassuring environment, I offer them a space for listening and exchange, adapted to their age and needs, where they can express themselves freely.
To ensure optimal support, parents can be included in the consultation if necessary. My aim is to make this support accessible, by offering affordable rates for families.
Consultations for children and adolescents under the age of 18 must be attended by a parent or legal guardian. Up to the age of 14, children must be accompanied by a parent, who will remain in the waiting room during the consultation. Depending on the age and maturity of the young patient, written parental consent may be required.
- Adults one-to-one (60min - CHF 130)
Sexuality and relationships evolve throughout life, and each stage can raise questions or challenges. I offer support to people of all ages, in a caring space where they can talk freely, without taboo or judgment.
Whether you want to better understand your relationship with your body, work through a difficulty or simply move towards greater fulfillment, each session is a moment for you, adapted to your pace and needs.
- Couples (90min - CHF 160)
Being in a couple means moving forward together, but also going through doubts, misunderstandings or personal changes that upset the relationship. Sometimes, dialogue becomes blurred, complicity fades, or desires change.
These sessions offer a space where you can put words to what's weighing on you, renew the bond and give new meaning to the story you're writing together.
Consultations are not covered by health insurance, but offer personalized, high-quality support tailored to your needs.
Payment is made at each session, in cash or by Twint. To ensure smooth organization, all cancellations made less than 48 working hours in advance must be paid in full.
Thank you for your understanding.
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