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Oljana Karpus is a Ukrainian therapist who merges ethnographic practices with contemporary art therapy. Her work explores deeply rooted cultural symbols and rituals that have served as tools for inner stability and personal transformation for centuries. After years of leading therapy groups in Kyiv, she dedicated herself to supporting women in crisis after relocating to Slovenia. Oljana's approach integrates creative expression as a means of emotional processing, empowerment, and self-worth recognition. She combines art therapy with traditional rituals, such as making “motanka” (Ukrainian dolls) or “pisanka” (decorated eggs), which symbolize protection and growth.
BIEN Workshop: Kneginjica – Precious Because You Are
Through the creation of the traditional Slavic Kneginjica doll, participants will explore their inner patterns and develop a sense of self-worth. This workshop offers more than just a craft—it is a journey of inner transformation, shifting from a life shaped by external expectations to a more authentic existence.
