Method
My work is based on striving to understand the extent to which one's biological, socio-economic and cultural background, on one hand, and the relationships formed throughout one's life, on the other, shape both a person's self-image and how they are perceived by others.
I endeavour to create a safe space, building a trusting therapeutic relationship and using evidence based methodology. I work to alleviate symptoms, identify their root causes and transform destructive behavioural patterns into curiosity and healthy coping strategies.
Sometimes language is not enough to access all aspects of our personality. Where appropriate and desirable various body interventions, creative mediums and other psychotherapeutic tools are added.
What can you expect from me?
I ask questions, but I also at times welcome stillness. I invite deep breaths, and if the person feels comfortable with it, we can explore small movements and reflect, draw, write or play together.
All interventions I suggest are invitations that can be declined. We embark on a journey together to find out what specifically helps the particular individual. Wishes, constructive criticism and questions are always welcome. I believe in a dual expertise approach – me in my professional capacity and my counterpart as an expert expert of their own life situation.
What do I
stand for?
I believe in mutual respect, appreciation of what is possible in the moment and the conviction that the path is actually the goal, if the steps are made consciously and accompanied qualitatively.
To find your place in the world, you have to be able to feel safe in your own harbour – challenging when faced with the many demands of society. I see the desire to understand yourself and be open to change as prerequisite for healthy personal growth. The world looms less daunting when you feel safe and at home within yourself.
Who do I work with?
Everyone who is curious about themselves, wants to develop self-awarness and is striving for change is welcome. The specific needs and the most suitable approaches particular to an individual are important considerations, especially at the beginning of therapy. Needs and methodology is continually evaluated and adapted as appropriate over time.
Based on my professional and personal experience, I have expertise but am not limited to the following fields:
