Ilia Tsa's education, training, and qualifications

Ilia Tsa is a recognized clinical psychologist, counsellor, and accredited EMDR therapist.  The clinical psychology training pathway typically involves 5.5 years of higher education, either through an integrated Clinical Psychology degree or a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology followed by postgraduate clinical training (Master’s or PGDip), including supervised clinical practice in assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions. ​Ilia Tsa holds an integrated Clinical Psychology degree (37.05.01)

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He has completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) training aligned with international standards, including those of EMDRIA (USA) and EMDR Europe. His training includes work with internationally recognised EMDR trainers such as Mark Nickerson and Thomas Zimmerman.

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He has also completed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training accredited by the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (USA), as well as through a national professional association that is a member of the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies.

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Ilia is currently on the professional training pathway toward Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) certification, further developing advanced competencies in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and behavioural change.

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He is a member of several professional organisations, including regional EMDR and CBT professional associations, and a business psychology association, supporting ongoing professional development and adherence to established practice standards.

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​Ilia Tsa holds an accredited degree in Clinical Psychology (37.05.01) and is legally qualified to practice as a clinical psychologist in most CIS states (Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, etc).  In the United Kingdom, professional regulation differs: the title “Clinical Psychologist” is protected and regulated by the HCPC, while roles such as “counsellor” or “psychotherapist” are not subject to statutory licensing. Ilia does not use protected titles in the UK and provides services within the scope of counselling and psychotherapy, in line with his training and qualifications.

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He is currently enrolled in a Master’s degree at a UK university accredited by the British Psychological Society and is on the professional pathway toward BPS registration, further aligning his training with UK standards in psychology.

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​In addition to clinical work, Ilia Tsa practices as a business psychologist, working with entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals on decision-making, stress resilience, burnout prevention, leadership challenges, and high-performance under pressure. His approach integrates clinical psychology with applied business and organisational psychology.