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Dr. Maya Horvat

Lead Psychologist & Senior Relationship Consultant

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Columbia University

Healthy modern attraction begins with self-awareness, not scripts or superficial dating tactics.

Dr. Maya Horvat is a licensed clinical psychologist and relationship strategist whose work focuses on attachment theory, emotional regulation, and communication dynamics in modern relationships. Having worked with hundreds of individuals and couples across North America and Europe, she specializes in guiding singles through the emotional landscape of contemporary dating. Her articles combine peer-reviewed psychological research with practical, compassionate exercises designed to build confidence, identify core values, and foster lasting intimacy.

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Education & Professional Credentials

  • Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology Columbia University
  • M.A. in Developmental Psychology New York University (NYU)
  • Certified Attachment-Focused Therapist (AFT)

Areas of Focus & Research

#Attachment Theory #First-Date Anxiety #Vulnerability & Intimacy #Emotional Boundaries

All guides authored by Dr. Maya Horvat follow rigorous editorial standards and ethical counseling principles.

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