About me
I am a licensed Psychological Psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and working integratively with schema therapy, emotion-focused and trauma-informed approaches.
Having moved to Germany myself more than 15 years ago, I understand many of the challenges that can arise when living between different cultures, languages and social environments. Questions of belonging, identity and adaptation often play an important role in people's lives and relationships.
In my work, I strive to create a safe, respectful and collaborative space where difficulties can be understood in the context of each person's unique life story. Together, we explore established patterns, emotional challenges and practical ways of moving towards meaningful change.
Areas of Focus:
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Trauma and PTSD
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LGBTQIA+ Mental Health
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Chemsex and Addiction Identity, Relationships and Self-Esteem
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Expat and Intercultural Issues
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Professional Background
Alongside my private practice, I have been working for several years as a psychotherapist and addiction therapist in a psychosocial counselling centre for queer people, with a particular focus on Chemsex.
In addition, I lead the psychotherapy group "Queer & Addicted" at Tannenhof Berlin, working with LGBTQIA+ individuals experiencing substance use disorders and related mental health challenges.
In addition, I am currently completing advanced training in trauma therapy and work with people experiencing the consequences of traumatic life events and PTSD.
My work across private practice, psychosocial counselling and group therapy allows me to bring a broad and practical perspective to psychotherapy.
Qualifications
Education
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Advanced Training in Specialized Psychotraumatology (EMDR and Trauma Therapy)
Oliver Schubbe Institute for Trauma Therapy, Berlin -
Additional Certification in Group Psychotherapy
Berlin Academy for Psychotherapy (BAP), Berlin -
Postgraduate Training at the Institut für Psychologische Psychotherapie und Beratung Berlin e.V., specialising in the field of cognitive-behavioural therapy -> Qualification: Licensed as a psychotherapist;
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Studied Clinical Psychology at the Free University of Berlin, degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
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Studied “Marketing and Management” at the Free University of Berlin, degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Experience
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Since 2024: Psychotherapy in my own Practice
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2021-2025 Psychotherapy in the Outpatient Clinic of the Institut für ppt Berlin
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Since 2021: psychological counseling & addiction counseling and therapy at Schwulenberatung Berlin
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2020- 2021: General Psychiatric Ward and Closed Psychiatric Ward at Vivantes Wenckebach Clinic Berlin
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2021: Day Clinic for Psychotic and Affective Disorders at Vivantes Wenckebach Klinikum Berlin
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2018: psychological intern at the Day Clinic for Depression, Burnout and Stress-related Illnesses at Vivantes Klinikum Spandau;
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2017- 2021: Psychologist and intercultural youth and family social worker at LebensWelt Berlin
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2016-2017: psychologist and youth worker at Lebenshilfe Berlin with a focus on autism spectrum disorders
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2012-2014: Online and mobile marketing at Media Consulta, iconmobile Berlin, uberall Berlin.