Psychological counseling
Unlike psychotherapy, counselling does not treat mental illness. Psychological counselling is a process in which I support you in overcoming personal, social or professional problems and making decisions. Counselling is usually short to medium-term and focuses on specific concerns and challenges.
For example, if you would like to learn how to deal better with specific conflicts or life issues, psychological counselling can help you, e.g. to learn to set boundaries or assert yourself better. I can provide you with various tools, e. g. intervention techniques from therapeutic schools such as cognitive- behavioural therapy or systemic therapy, even if you do not need "classic" psychotherapeutic treatment.
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Objectives of psychological counseling:
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Support in overcoming specific problems or challenges
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Promoting personal development and well-being
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Improving the quality of life through concrete strategies and solutions.
Example of situations and typical topics for psychological counseling:
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Life crises: Support in coping with grief, separation or other personal crises.
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Stress management: Strategies for reducing and managing stress in the professional or private environment.
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Decision making: Help with important life decisions, such as choosing a course of study, changing careers or moving house.
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Relationship problems: Support in improving communication and conflict resolution skills in partnerships or families.
Addiction counseling
For people struggling with excessive use or addiction, addiction counselling is a valuable support. Addiction counselling is a specialised area of psychological counselling that focuses on supporting people who have difficulties in connection with the harmful use of or addiction to alcohol, other substances such as cannabis, amphetamines, methamphetamines, medication, etc. or non-substance-related substances such as gambling addiction, internet/computer addiction and other behavioural addictions, sex addiction, shopping addiction, and so on.
The question of whether a person is addicted to a so-called "addictive substance" cannot always be answered accurately. Anyone who only feels happy with certain substances or for whom the consumption of a product becomes a habit may already have developed a certain level of dependency.
Abstinence-oriented treatment is a comprehensive and intensive form of addiction therapy that aims to achieve complete abstinence from the addictive substance or behaviour. It combines medical, psychotherapeutic and social measures to improve the health and quality of life of those affected and promote long-term abstinence. However, not all people with an addiction can primarily imagine an abstinent life as a realistic prospect.
Non-abstinence-orientated, addiction-specific treatment as a provisional therapeutic goal appears to be a temporary alternative for some of these people. The therapy of "controlled consumption", according to Körkel originally as "therapy of controlled drinking" (established in 1981 by Heather & Robertson in London), can be considered and critically examined in the context of consumption behaviour, brain development, the function of addiction memory, relapse prevention as well as concomitant medical illnesses.
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LGBTQIA+ - Support
Counselling options for gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, trans*, inter* and queer people
LGBTQIA+ people are more vulnerable to developing mental health disorders due to a number of social factors and are therefore more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related disorders.
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It is important to emphasise that this increased vulnerability is not the result of sexual orientation or gender identity per se, but of the experiences that LGBTQIA+ people may face more frequently, such as: "minority stress", discrimination, marginalization, stigmatisation and violence in its various manifestations, such as internalised homophobia/transphobia, difficulties in finding an identity, rejection by the family, loss of social network, etc.
As a psychotherapist with many years of experience in working with LGBTQIA+, I can also support you in exploring of your identity and in coming out processes. A distinction is made between inner and outer coming out. Inner coming out is about the process of self-acceptance and recognising one's own sexual orientation or gender identity as an individual and very personal journey that takes place within a person. External coming out refers to expressing and naming one's own feelings and opening up to other people about one's own sexual orientation and/or gender identity and identifying with an LGBTIQ* community.
Queer Affirmative Therapy
My approach is based on "Queer Affirmative Therapy", a specialised approach in psychotherapy that aims to consider and support the specific needs and experiences of LGBTQIA+ people. This form of therapy centres on affirmative orientation by strengthening self-esteem in the face of discrimination and integrating one's own queer identity into a positive self-identity.
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I can also support you in dealing with experiences of discrimination and 'minority stress'. The aim is to promote self-acceptance and self-esteem. I offer a safe and understanding space where you can talk openly about your experiences and identities and develop healthy coping strategies.
Coaching
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Coaching is an interactive process in which I, as a coach, support you in achieving your personal or professional goals. This process involves a series of conversations and activities aimed at increasing your self-confidence, motivation and skills.
Coaching can help in many ways, depending on individual goals and needs.
Here are some of the key areas where coaching can provide support:
- career and professional development
- personal development
- stress management and work-life balance
- communication and relationships
- health and wellbeing
- problem solving and decision making
- self-reflection and awareness.
Unlike counseling, coaching can help you find your own solutions rather than giving advice or treating deep-seated psychological problems.
Costs:
Counseling and coaching are not clinical psychotherapy (as defined by the Psychotherapists Act - PsychThG) and are not covered by health insurance. A 50-minute session costs between €100 and €135 and the costs for counseling and coaching must usually be paid privately (the costs may be tax deductible, e.g. as "extraordinary expenses" according to Section 33 of the Income Tax Act).
It is important to me to create a suitable and individual offer for you that optimally takes your needs into account. To receive an offer tailored exactly to your needs, please contact me directly.