Occupational psychologist’s appointment
An occupational psychologist helps address work stress, burnout, workplace relationships, and career-related challenges. The appointment supports understanding difficult work situations and finding practical solutions to improve wellbeing, motivation, communication, and work-life balance.
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When to see a specialist
- Work-related stress or pressure
- Burnout or risk of burnout
- Workplace conflicts
- Communication difficulties with colleagues or managers
- Workplace bullying or unfair treatment
- Loss of motivation at work
- Uncertainty related to work roles or responsibilities
- Career changes or uncertainty about career direction
- Difficulties balancing work and personal life
- Adjusting to organisational changes
- Uncertainty related to redundancy or job insecurity
- Questions related to self-confidence and self-efficacy at work
Common symptoms
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Constant worry about work
Thoughts about work continue outside working hours. -
Difficulty concentrating
Difficulty concentrating may manifest as distractibility, forgetfulness, or difficulty focusing thoughts. -
Fear or anxiety related to work
Thinking about work creates anxiety or avoidance. -
Feeling stuck
Feeling unable to see solutions or a way forward in the work situation. -
Irritability or emotional exhaustion
Work situations affect emotional wellbeing. -
Physical tension
You experience physical tension, headaches, or other stress-related symptoms. -
Reduced motivation
Activities that used to feel meaningful or enjoyable no longer provide the same energy or interest. -
Tension in workplace relationships
Relationships with colleagues or managers create stress. -
Work-life balance difficulties
Work strongly affects personal life. -
Work-related stress
Work tasks or the work environment create ongoing tension.
How to prepare for your appointment
- Before the appointment, think about which work-related situations or questions feel most important to discuss.
- You may write down situations or topics you would like to address during the session.
- Consider what kind of changes or goals you would like to achieve in your work life.
- Please bring an identification document with you.
What to expect during your appointment
Discussing your work situation
The appointment begins with a conversation about your work experiences, challenges, and current concerns.
Analysing the situation
The psychologist helps identify factors that may be contributing to stress, difficulties, or dissatisfaction at work.
Exploring possible solutions
Together, you discuss different perspectives and practical ways to improve the situation, wellbeing, and coping strategies.
Planning next steps
You agree on practical tools, strategies, or further support, such as stress management techniques, communication skills, or future appointments.
Specialists providing this service
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Riina TellingWork and organizational psychologist
Jalgpalli kliinik, Rävala Clinic – Specialist Medical Care and Occupational Health
Payment & Appointment Info
Prices
Tallinn
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Visit fee Added to the appointment fee. | 20 € |
| Occupational and organisational psychologist appointment The appointment lasts up to 60 minutes. | 100 € A visit fee is added to the price. |
| Occupational and organisational psychologist consultation For an organisation's representative or manager. The consultation lasts up to 90 minutes. | 150 € A visit fee is added to the price. |
| Preparation of a mental health certificate, extract or specialist assessment based on medical documentation at the patient's request 15–60 min | 25–75 € |
Everywhere else in Estonia
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Visit fee Added to the appointment fee. | 13 € |
| Occupational and organisational psychologist appointment The appointment lasts up to 60 minutes. | 100 € A visit fee is added to the price. |
| Occupational and organisational psychologist consultation For an organisation's representative or manager. The consultation lasts up to 90 minutes. | 150 € A visit fee is added to the price. |
| Preparation of a mental health certificate, extract or specialist assessment based on medical documentation at the patient's request 15–60 min | 25–75 € |
Payment methods
Meliva Health Insurance covers this service under Outpatient Care coverage. Check your personal coverage limits in the ERGO app.
Referral
You can book this service as a self-paying patient without a doctor’s referral.
Clinics offering this service
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can benefit from seeing an occupational psychologist?
Employees, managers, entrepreneurs, and specialists can seek support for work-related stress, burnout, workplace relationships, career questions, and work-life balance challenges.
What is the difference between an occupational psychologist and a clinical psychologist?
An occupational psychologist focuses on work-related wellbeing, stress, burnout, workplace relationships, and career-related topics. A clinical psychologist works more broadly with mental health difficulties and psychological disorders.
Can this service help with burnout?
Yes. The service can support both burnout prevention and recovery. The psychologist helps identify stress factors, workload challenges, and ways to restore wellbeing at work.
What is the difference between occupational psychology and supervision?
Occupational psychology appointments focus on the individual’s work-related wellbeing, coping, and workplace challenges. Supervision focuses more on professional development, work processes, and reflecting on client or case-related work.
Can an occupational psychologist help with workplace conflicts?
Yes. The psychologist can help you better understand workplace dynamics, communication patterns, and coping strategies related to difficult work relationships.
Can this service help if I want to change careers?
Yes. Occupational psychology appointments can support career decision-making, uncertainty about work direction, and identifying strengths, values, and goals.
Do I need to be on sick leave to attend?
No. Many people seek support preventively before stress or burnout become more severe.
Can an occupational psychologist diagnose mental health disorders?
The focus of the service is work-related wellbeing and coping. If needed, the specialist may recommend additional assessment or referral to another mental health professional.
Can this service help with work-related anxiety?
Yes. Occupational psychologists often work with anxiety related to workload, performance pressure, workplace relationships, or organisational changes.
Is everything discussed during the appointment confidential?
Yes. Appointments are confidential, except in situations where disclosure is required by law or necessary for safety reasons.
