The name Sisyphos comes from the ancient Greek myth of Sisyphus—a figure condemned to push a boulder up a hill, only to watch it roll back down, repeating the task for eternity. At first glance, it may seem like a story of despair. But for me it’s a powerful metaphor for resilience, meaning, and the human struggle to keep going, even when life feels overwhelming or repetitive.
I have always been inspired by this myth and its modern interpretation —especially as described by philosopher Albert Camus—who saw Sisyphus not as a figure of defeat, but as a symbol of quiet strength. Despite the weight of the burden, Sisyphus continues. There is dignity in the effort, and freedom in choosing to face each new day.
I believe that healing is often not linear. It can feel like starting over again and again. But each step—no matter how small—is meaningful. Through psychotherapy, we support people in carrying their “boulders” with more clarity, self-compassion, and agency.
This name reflects my commitment to walking beside those who struggle, helping them discover their own strength, and find purpose even in the hardest moments.
I am a psychologist with a PhD from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden. I currently work in the field of humanitarian mental health support, coordinating training programs for professionals in Poland, Ukraine, and Moldova, while also providing cognitive-behavioral therapy and serving as a forensic expert in cases of trauma and violence. I am in advanced training in CBT psychotherapy at the CBT Center (Poland) and studying psychotraumatology at SWPS University in Katowice (Poland).
https://www.znanylekarz.pl/emilia-schwertner/psycholog-psychoterapeuta/krakow
emilia@sisyphosminds.com