Different methods I use in my therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a scientifically based psychotherapeutic approach that aims to improve psychological flexibility and quality of life. ACT combines mindfulness-based strategies with targeted behavioral changes and supports clients in recognizing their personal values and consciously aligning their lives accordingly.
Self-compassion
Self-compassion is a powerful and scientifically based method that has now become an integral part of therapeutic practice. Self-compassion helps us to develop a mindful and loving approach to ourselves. In contrast to an attitude of self-punishment and devaluation or self-optimization that is often learned along the path, self-compassion helps us to approach challenges and crises in a long-term and intrinsically motivated manner and thus forms the basis for deep satisfaction.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness has established itself as a highly effective and versatile method in modern psychotherapy to sustainably reduce psychological stress and increase emotional well-being. Through targeted mindfulness training, my patients learn to consciously perceive the present moment, to accept their thoughts, feelings, memories and sensory impressions without judgment, and thus to gain an inner distance between themselves and the suffering.
Meditation
Meditation is not a relaxation technique – it is a powerful tool for emotional exposure and initiation of healing processes in modern psychotherapy. In the medium term and with regular use, it helps to reduce stress, promote emotional stability and sharpen self-awareness. Especially in combination with therapeutic approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) or classical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), meditation can make a lasting contribution to mental health and promote serenity.
Embodiment
Body therapy and embodiment are central elements of modern psychotherapeutic methods that emphasize the connection between physical perception, emotions and mental health. These approaches are based on the knowledge that emotional experiences are not only stored mentally, but also in the so-called body memory. Current research confirms that body-oriented methods effectively help to make these stored emotions accessible and to process them sustainably.
Breathwork
Breathing techniques have been used for centuries to calm the nervous system, manage stress and improve emotional well-being. Research shows that targeted breathing has a direct impact on the brain and the body. In my Psychotherapy and Coaching practice in Munich, I will support you in integrating scientifically based breathing techniques safely and effectively into your therapeutic process.
Inner Development Goals (IDG)
Modern working worlds and modern leadership require much more than professional competence – emotional intelligence, self-reflection and social skills are crucial to be successful and satisfied at the same time. The IDG help executives better manage stress, communicate clearly and make empathetic decisions. Especially in challenging times, they are a valuable tool for sustainable and responsible cooperation, corporate management, and progress.
Nutrition
Various studies indicate that an unhealthy diet is associated with an increased risk of mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders. Excessive consumption of sugar, convenience foods and saturated fatty acids in particular can promote inflammatory processes in the body, which also affect mental health.
Five tips for a mentally healthy diet:
1. reduce sugar and highly processed foods.
2. increase your intake of fresh vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats
3. drink plenty of water and unsweetened teas.
4. incorporate omega‑3 fatty acids into your diet (e.g. flaxseed and walnuts in muesli).
5. if you eat a plant-based diet, follow the rule of thumb for a complete meal: “A grain, a green and a bean”.
More about my methods shortly. And here you find more about me.
Directions to the Practice for Psychotherapy Munich Maxvorstadt.
You will find me at Theresienstraße 148, 80333 in Munich Maxvorstadt, in the immediate vicinity and only a 3‑minute walk to the U2 subway stop “Therensienstraße”. The practice is located in the rooms of Studio 148 Ausatmen.Einatmen.
