Semjon L. Uglev

Psychologist (psychoanalytically oriented) · Researcher · Lecturer · Supervisor

Saint Petersburg, Russia · +7 (921) 995-4699 · semjon@uglev.com · uglev.com

ORCID: 0009-0002-8695-6304 · SPIN: 3482-3012

Semjon L. Uglev — Psychologist and Researcher

Professional Profile

Psychologist, lecturer and interdisciplinary researcher at the intersection of psychology, psychoanalysis, philosophy, phenomenology and psychotherapy studies. Research focus: ontology of psychotherapy, psychoanalytic situation, intersubjectivity, phenomenology of presence, affect, human existence and possibilities of self-revelation.

Author of scientific articles in Russian and international peer-reviewed journals, including publications with DOI as well as contributions indexed in VAK, RSCI and eLIBRARY sources. The works address ontological foundations of psychoanalysis, intersubjective constitution of meaning, transcendent sources of being, and epistemological functions of affect.

Professional experience in psychological counseling of children, adolescents and adults, psychological and educational work, executive coaching, teaching, development of educational programs and professional supervision.

Note: The terms "psychotherapist" and "accredited supervisor" refer to Russian professional qualifications and memberships. They are not equivalent to the legally protected professional title "psychotherapist" in Germany, Austria or Switzerland.

Areas of Competence

Psychological Counseling

For children, adolescents and adults with personal, relational and existential issues.

Psychoanalytic Approaches

Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic methods in therapeutic practice.

Phenomenological Counseling

Phenomenological and existential-humanistic approaches in psychological work.

Ontological Approaches

Ontological perspectives in psychological practice and research.

Supervision

Professional supervision and supervisor training (Russian professional organization).

Teaching & Education

Teaching in psychology, psychoanalysis and philosophy; development of educational programs.

Science

Scientific writing and interdisciplinary research at the intersection of psychology and philosophy.

Special Needs

Work with children with special educational needs and developmental disorders.

Professional Experience

Private Practice — Psychologist and Psychological-Psychoanalytic Counselor

2018–present | Saint Petersburg, Russia

  • Individual psychological counseling for children, adolescents and adults
  • Work with personal, relational, family, emotional and existential issues
  • Application of psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, phenomenological and existential-humanistic approaches
  • Creation of scientific articles and analytical materials in psychology, psychoanalysis and philosophy
  • Teaching and conducting seminars through educational platforms
  • Development of own educational programs in psychotherapy and ontology
  • Individual professional supervision within Russian professional organizations

Psychologist, Category II — Everest LLC

2021–2022 | Saint Petersburg, Russia

  • Psychological counseling for executives and top management
  • Consulting on business psychology, professional communication and management-related issues
  • Analysis of psychological factors influencing communication, leadership and decision-making

Special Education Teacher / Defectologist — Boarding School No. 16

2016–2018 | Pushkin District, Saint Petersburg, Russia

  • Psychological and educational support for children with special educational needs
  • Work with children with developmental delays, Down syndrome, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders
  • Collaboration with parents and teachers
  • Planning and implementation of corrective and developmental activities

Research Interests

Selected Publications

Technology in Therapeutic Interaction

Insights: Journal of the European Association for Integrative Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, 2026

DOI: 10.67978/INSIGHTS.2026.3.7

Ontological Status of Affect and Its Gnoseological Functions in Psychoanalytic, Philosophical and Mystical Traditions

International Research Journal, January 23, 2026

DOI: 10.60797/IRJ.2026.163.16

ONTOANALYSIS

Anthology of Russian Psychotherapy and Psychology, October 30, 2025

DOI: 10.54775/ppl.2025.86.23.001

ONTOLOGICAL PSYCHOANALYSIS

Anthology of Russian Psychotherapy and Psychology, November 4, 2024

DOI: 10.54775/ppl.2024.76.79.001

ONTOLOGICAL PSYCHOANALYSIS

Anthology of Russian Psychotherapy and Psychology, May 31, 2024

DOI: 10.54775/ppl.2024.53.99.001 · eLIBRARY ID: 89074012 · EDN: PXFGPK

THE ONTOLOGICAL DIMENSION IN PSYCHOTHERAPY

Proceedings of the III Scientific and Practical Conference "Authenticity of Being in Psychology, Psychotherapy and Humanities: Experiences and Research", Moscow, 2026, pp. 84–90

Publisher: Institute of Philosophy and Psychology "Man and World". eLIBRARY ID: 89074012.

Ontological Foundations of Psychoanalysis: Intersubjective Constitution of Meaning and Transcendent Source of Being

Journal of Clinical and Applied Psychoanalysis, HSE University

Being Human: The Psychoanalytic Situation in the Light of Fundamental Ontology

Master's Thesis, 2023

Education

Master of Psychology with Honors

East European Institute of Psychoanalysis; Moscow Psychological and Social University, 2023

Program: Psychoanalysis and Counseling Psychology

Master's Thesis: "Being Human: The Psychoanalytic Situation in the Light of Fundamental Ontology"

Teacher of Biology and Chemistry

Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, 2001

Faculty of Biology

Continuing Education (Selection)

Pedagogical Training and Skills

Additional qualifications include preschool, general and vocational education as well as development and implementation of educational programs in psychology, psychoanalysis and philosophy.

Professional Memberships

Contact

Semjon L. Uglev

Saint Petersburg, Russia

Phone: +7 (921) 995-4699

Email: semjon@uglev.com

Website: uglev.com

ORCID: 0009-0002-8695-6304