Psychotherapist (HPG)

Psychotherapy for Anxiety

together we'll find ways back to freedom.

When anxiety controls your life, it is time to reclaim your self-determination.

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When Anxiety Becomes a Constant Companion

Anxiety is actually a natural feeling – it protects us from dangers and keeps us alert. But when anxiety takes over, becomes independent, and occurs even in safe situations, it can massively restrict your life.
Perhaps you avoid certain places or situations, have panic attacks, suffer from constant inner tension, or worry endlessly about possible dangers. Anxiety disorders are widespread and are not a sign of weakness.
In my practice in Bochum, I offer you a safe framework in which we can understand and learn to cope with your fears together. With proven therapeutic methods and compassionate support, I help you regain your quality of life.
The first step is often the hardest – but also the bravest. I'm here for you when you're ready.

Anxiety Is Treatable

In a no-obligation initial consultation, we discuss your situation and look together at which path is right for you.

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What Are Anxiety Disorders?

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions. They manifest as excessive anxiety and worry that is disproportionate to the actual threat. The anxiety can relate to specific situations or appear as a general, diffuse feeling.
Typical physical symptoms include racing heart, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, dizziness, and gastrointestinal complaints. Many sufferers develop avoidance behavior – they avoid situations that could trigger anxiety, which paradoxically reinforces the anxiety.
Anxiety disorders are very treatable. In my practice, I work with proven methods that help you understand the mechanisms of your anxiety and gradually overcome them.

Important Notice

Before you begin psychotherapeutic support with me, please have physical causes of your anxiety clarified through a medical examination. This way we can ensure that your symptoms are understood as well as possible and that we can work specifically on the psychological and emotional aspects. Certain conditions may only be treated by doctors or psychological psychotherapists.

Types of Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety can manifest in different ways. Here are some of the most common forms I can help you with.

Panic Disorder

Recurring, sudden panic attacks with intense anxiety and physical symptoms such as racing heart or shortness of breath.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Persistent, excessive worries in various areas of life, often accompanied by inner restlessness and tension.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Intense fear of social situations, being judged by others, and the feeling of embarrassing oneself.

Test Anxiety

Paralyzing fear of exams or performance situations that can hinder professional or personal advancement.

Agoraphobia

Fear of places or situations from which quick escape might be difficult – such as crowds or public transportation.

My Therapeutic Approach to Anxiety Disorders

SAFE – Four levels for overcoming anxiety disorders: Safety - Building - Consolidation - Expansion

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Safety & Self-Awareness (Body-Oriented Work / Depth Psychology)

Safety grows through self-awareness: Together we decode how your anxiety works and which inner patterns and body reactions maintain it – because understanding and simultaneously feeling is the first step to stability in finding a new way to deal with anxiety.

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Activating Resources and Greater Freedom from Anxiety (Resource Work / Positive Psychology)

Building inner strength is at the center: We specifically strengthen your resources and abilities so that more stability and confidence emerge in dealing with anxiety.

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Fostering Change (Emotional Processing / Schema Therapy)

Fostering and consolidating new pathways: With gentle methods, we work through underlying emotional themes, identify hindering schemas, and promote strengthening thought and behavior patterns. This allows self-confidence in one's own inner strength to consolidate.

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Expanding Scope of Action (ACT – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

Expanding your scope of action in everyday life: Together we develop strategies that help you remain capable of action, more free from anxiety, and more self-determined even in difficult moments.

Advantages of My Practice

What you can expect from me:

Flexible Scheduling

Appointments are tailored to your needs – either in my practice in Bochum or conveniently online.

Confidential Setting

A safe, trusting space for your personal development.

Discrete Documentation

Diagnoses are treated, but there is no entry in your official medical records – everything remains confidential.

Individual & Self-Determined

The therapy is specifically tailored to your personal situation and type of anxiety. You help shape the process.

Further Information

Psychotherapy – OverviewDepressionBlog: Understanding & Overcoming Anxiety

Psychotherapy for Anxiety Disorders in Bochum and Online

Professional therapeutic support for anxiety, test anxiety, insecurity, panic attacks, worries, and rumination.

Available in:

Bochum
Dortmund
Essen
Herne
Witten
Gelsenkirchen
Hattingen
Düsseldorf
Online

My practice in Bochum is easily accessible from Dortmund, Essen, Herne, Witten, and Gelsenkirchen. Alternatively, I offer anxiety therapy as online therapy via video call – throughout Germany.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most important questions about anxiety therapy.

If your anxiety prevents you from living your life the way you want – if you avoid situations, can't sleep anymore, or the anxiety physically burdens you – professional support makes sense.
No, we proceed at your pace. Before we approach anxiety-laden topics, we build inner stability and safety together. No step happens without your consent.
The duration of therapy depends on your individual topics. Some clients achieve noticeable progress after just a few sessions, while with more complex anxiety patterns, longer support can be beneficial. The therapy proceeds at your pace and according to your needs.
Yes, I also offer online therapy via video call. Especially for social anxiety, this can be a good starting point, as you're in your familiar environment.
As a licensed psychotherapy practitioner, I cannot bill statutory health insurers. My services are exclusively for self-payers.

Anxiety Doesn't Have to Control Your Life

Together we'll find ways for you to overcome your anxiety and live more freely. I look forward to hearing from you.

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