About me
Unbreakable You. Individual online therapy.
Dr Angelika Urbanek, PhD
(Miami, FL, USA)
Academic & Expert Profile
Dr. Urbanek holds a PhD in clinical sexology and serves as a lecturer and expert at SWPS University. She is also affiliated with the International Institute of Clinical Sexology (IICS) in Miami. Dr. Urbanek specializes in psychosexual health, relationship dynamics, behavioral addictions (with a primary focus on pornography addiction and compulsive sexual behaviors), problematic technology use, and the mechanisms of effective habit formation and behavior change.
Clinical Practice and International Experience
Since 2018, she has been working as a psychotherapist, combining scientific rigor with advanced clinical practice for individuals and couples. Her clinical and academic experience has been shaped in Poland, Denmark, and through international education at The ESSM School of Sexual Medicine in Budapest and IICS in Miami. She currently sees patients at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Clinic of SWPS University, having previously collaborated with the Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory of the Polish Academy of Sciences (PAS) and the Institute of Clinical Sexology of the Polish Sexological Society (PTS).
Global Activity and Expertise
Her engagement extends far beyond the therapy room — from 2023 to 2025, she served as a member of the Education Committee and the Young Scientists Committee of the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM). In 2025, she took on the role of Chair of an international ISSM project aimed at translating scientific research into practical tools for clinicians.
Publications and Media
Explore media appearances and expertise
She is the author of scientific publications (including in the prestigious Journal of Sexual Medicine) and popular science articles. As a recognized expert, she regularly shares her knowledge in the media (such as Polsat, TVP, and the Polish Press Agency) and conducts training sessions on the practical application of knowledge at the intersection of psychology, sexual medicine, psychotherapy, and neuroscience.
I am a psychologist, certified clinical psychosexologist, and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist.
I design every therapeutic process individually – with an emphasis on creating a real impact on your functioning, decision-making, and overall quality of life.
— dr Angelika Urbanek, PhD (Miami, FL, USA)
Psychologist officially registered in Poland in the Registry of Psychologists of the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy (registration no. SP/26/0000116), with her professional qualification as a psychologist also recognized in Denmark. Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist (PTTPB certificate no. 1371) and EFS–ESSM Certified Psychosexologist (ECPS).
Quality and Trust
Work Standards and Ethics
My practice is grounded in rigorous clinical and ethical standards, ensuring safety, predictability, and the highest quality throughout the therapeutic process.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
I rely exclusively on methods with clinically proven efficacy, replacing oversimplifications with substantive, evidence-based solutions.
Working at the Source, Not on Symptoms
I address the underlying mechanisms maintaining difficulties, fostering sustainable change rather than temporary relief.
Biopsychosocial Model
I integrate psychological, physical, and relational dimensions, providing holistic support – where your life truly unfolds.
Uncompromising Ethics
I work based on the PTTPB Code of Ethics. I guarantee absolute confidentiality and a process focused solely on your goals and autonomy.
FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NEW LAW
I hold an official entry in the Register of Psychologists of the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy under registration number: SP/26/0000116.
SCANDINAVIAN STATE RIGOR
I hold official degree recognition and approval from the Danish Supervisory Board on Psychological Practice (Psykolognævnet) in Copenhagen, authorizing practice under the protected title “Psykolog.”
RESPONSIBILITY AND ETHICS
My work is subject to strict ethical control and codes:
• Polish Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy
• World Association for Sexual Health
This ensures full legal security, confidentiality, and that the therapeutic process is based on current scientific knowledge.
Experience
A path based on clinical work, research, and continuous development.
/2012
Psychosexology
Postgraduate studies at Helena Chodkowska University of Technology and Economics.
/2014–2015
Clinical Practice – INTIMED / PTS
Direct patient practice under clinical supervision.
/2016
Psychology – University of Winchester (UK)
Psychological studies in the United Kingdom.
/2017–2018
Clinical Neuroscience Lab – Polish Academy of Sciences (PAN)
Research collaboration at the Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory, PAN.
/2018
Psychology & Clinical Sexology – SWPS University
Master's degree graduation from SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities.
/2020
Professional Qualification Recognition "Psykolog" – Denmark
Psykolognævnet (Ankestyrelsen), Copenhagen.
/2022
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – SWPS University
Comprehensive CBT training program completed with national certification (PTTPB No. 1371).
/2022
Clinical Collaboration with PRESCRIBA (Denmark)
Initiation of clinical collaboration with PRESCRIBA in Denmark.
/2023
Doctorate in Clinical Sexology – Miami, USA
IICS Miami; specialized programs in Clinical Sexology and Addiction Therapy (2023–2025).
/2024
The ESSM School of Sexual Medicine – Budapest
Completion of the advanced training program at The ESSM School of Sexual Medicine under the auspices of the European Society for Sexual Medicine, awarded via ISSM scholarship.
/2023–2025
ISSM Academic Activities
Member of the ISSM Education Committee and Young Scientists Committee. Leading the international educational project "Translating Research into Education.
WHY CHOOSE UNBREAKABLE YOU
EXPERTISE & CERTIFICATION
I adhere to the highest ethical and clinical standards in my practice. Certificates, diplomas, and records of continuous education are available for patient review upon request.
INTEGRATIVE APPROACH
Synergistic integration of psychotherapy and clinical sexology.
CONFIDENTIALITY STANDARDS
Uncompromised discretion, professional ethics, and a secure therapeutic environment.
„I work with individuals seeking more than superficial fixes — those committed to creating lasting, conscious transformation across their mental health, relationships, and intimate life.”
ANGELIKA URBANEK
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