Positive Psychotherapy

Positive Psychotherapy This is the official site of Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after N. There are more than 50 centers, and trainings in some twenty countries world-wide.

Peseschkian, since 1977), and of the World Association for Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (WAPP) - an international mental health NGO/NPO - with 3200 members in 65 countries. Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after Peseschkian, since 1977)TM is a psychotherapeutic method developed by Nossrat Peseschkian. It is a humanistic Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, which is based on a positive conception of human nature. PPT is an integrative method which includes humanistic, systemic, psychodynamic and CBT-elements. Today there are more than 2,000 positive psychotherapists from more than 40 countries organized in the WAPP Association. It should not be mixed up with Positive Psychology. Read more at:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Positive_psychotherapy

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http://positum.org/

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Hope and subjective well-being are key inner capacities that sustain life balance.Research by Eyüp Demir and Seydi Ahmet...
26/03/2026

Hope and subjective well-being are key inner capacities that sustain life balance.

Research by Eyüp Demir and Seydi Ahmet Satıcı (2026) found that both significantly predict harmony across life spheres.

From the lens of (PPT after N. Peseschkian, since 1977), balance grows when we use our strengths consciously - distributing energy evenly between body, work, relationships, and future meaning.

Read more in “The Global Psychotherapist” Journal: https://doi.org/10.52982/lkj286

What does supervision really mean in practice?In this conversation, Tuğba Sari, Master trainer and supervisor from Türki...
25/03/2026

What does supervision really mean in practice?
In this conversation, Tuğba Sari, Master trainer and supervisor from Türkiye, shares her experience of supervision in Positive Psychotherapy: how it supports therapists, deepens understanding, and creates space for reflection and growth.

📺 Turn on subtitles or dubbing and watch on official YouTube channel:

What does supervision really mean in practice?In this conversation, Tuğba Sari, Master trainer and supervisor from Türkiye, shares her experience of supervis...

So many things are happening right now in our publication work 📚Across different countries, colleagues and publishers ar...
20/03/2026

So many things are happening right now in our publication work 📚

Across different countries, colleagues and publishers are working together to bring both classic and new texts in to life in many different languages.

From the foundational works of Nossrat Peseschkian to new voices and contemporary authors, this is a truly global and collaborative process.

Currently, there are more than 40 publication projects in development, and the level of activity is really impressive 🦾

Some of these books are published through , while others are created in cooperation with local publishers and colleagues in different countries.

It’s an active and evolving process, and in many ways, it is just beginning to grow even further.

More releases are coming soon. Follow us to stay updated. ✨

Understanding how moral development unfolds in early childhood is essential for both practitioners and educators.This st...
17/03/2026

Understanding how moral development unfolds in early childhood is essential for both practitioners and educators.

This study by Elmedina Cesko confirms that moral reasoning in children aged 3–6 develops through consistent sequential stages, while cultural context shapes how these moral principles are expressed 🌍. It also highlights a notable difference in altruistic behavior, with girls showing slightly higher levels, and emphasizes the key role of parental modeling in fostering prosocial development.

From the perspective of (PPT after N. Peseschkian, since 1977), these findings underline the importance of a strengths-based approach and culturally sensitive support, where moral development is nurtured through reinforcement, relationships, and meaning within a child’s cultural environment 🤍.

In this carousel, we’ve highlighted some of the key ideas and practical insights from the research.

For a deeper understanding, we invite you to read the full article by Elmedina Cesko in Journal:
🔗 https://www.positum.org/ppt_artticles/cesko-e-2025-lkj255/

🌍 WAPP World Congress 2026 – Registration TipsDear colleagues,We are very happy to see your registrations for the upcomi...
16/03/2026

🌍 WAPP World Congress 2026 – Registration Tips

Dear colleagues,

We are very happy to see your registrations for the upcoming WAPP World Congress in Montenegro. At the same time, we understand that some participants may experience small technical difficulties during the registration process. Here are a few helpful tips that might make it easier:

1️⃣ If you experience technical issues
If something does not work during registration (and changing the browser does not solve the problem), please contact the congress organizers. They will be happy to assist you.
📩 Please write to: wapp2026@artion.com.gr

2️⃣ Create your account first
Before registering, please create your account on the congress portal. The same account (email and password) will be used both for registration and abstract submission (if needed).

3️⃣ Only required fields must be filled in
During registration, you only need to complete the fields marked with a red asterisk (*). These are the required fields. All other information is optionsl.

4️⃣ You can always update your registration later
After completing the main registration, you can return to your profile at any time and add additional options, such as:
• update accomodation
• adding excursions
• booking transfers
• adding extra nights or other services

You do not need to complete everything at once.

5️⃣ Watch the step-by-step registration guide:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlvA7-WJIeYb-OoAxXRJXcrWnlqMBgVmC&si=LtDJQ1eYAK-z8AEh
👀 From 1:04:40

If you are unsure about any step or feel that you may have missed something, you can always watch the guide using the link aboce. Choose your language and start from the minute 1:04:40 to see how to complete the registration process.

If you have any questions regarding the Congress, please do not hesitate to contact the organizers at any time, they are always happy to help: wapp2026@artion.com.gr 📧

We look forward to welcoming you in Montenegro in October 2026! 🤗

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📘 New Book Release from WAPP PressWAPP Press is pleased to announce the publication of the first English edition of the ...
13/03/2026

📘 New Book Release from WAPP Press

WAPP Press is pleased to announce the publication of the first English edition of the book:

Kirillov, I. (2026). Stress Surfing: Catch the Wave of Life. Wiesbaden: WAPP Press. 265 pages.

This engaging and practical book introduces the concept of Stress Surfing: a powerful approach to understanding, managing, and transforming stress into a constructive force in everyday life.

For more than 30 years, Dr. Ivan Kirillov .ivankirillov has worked with individuals, leaders, and international corporations, helping people navigate crises, develop resilience, and build a healthier relationship with stress. The methods presented in this book have already been applied by thousands of professionals worldwide, including employees and managers at companies such as British American To***co, Citibank, Deutsche Bank, DuPont, Johnson & Johnson, KPMG, Novartis, ThyssenKrupp, and BMW.
Through clear explanations and practical techniques, Stress Surfing shows how stress can be understood not only as a problem to eliminate, but also as a source of energy, growth, and personal transformation.

As Martin Shankland, Board Member of Global Operations at Adidas, writes:
“Stress Surfing has transformed my perception of stress. It has given me a better understanding of what drives it, how to manage it, and how to use it for good.”

Jonathan Knaus, Leadership Development expert, adds:
“This is one of the best books on managing stress and using it to your advantage. The techniques are explained in clear, accessible language and can be applied immediately to any stressful situation.”

📖 Availability

Printed and Kindle versions are available on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/3910225659

The e-book version is also available in the WAPP Shop:
https://www.positum.org/product/stress-surfing_e-book/

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Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after Peseschkian, since 1977) (TM) is a psychotherapeutic method developed by Nossrat Peseschkian and co-workers in Germany. It can be described as a humanistic Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, which is based on a positive conception of human nature. PPT is an integrative method which includes humanistic, systemic, psychodynamic and CBT-elements. Today there are centers and trainings in some 25 countries world-wide. It should not be mixed up with Positive Psychology. Read more at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Positive_psychotherapy And at our official website: http://positum.org/ Positive Psychotherapy is officially represented by the World Association for Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (WAPP).