Online Therapy

Online Therapy – Flexible, secure and location-independent psychological support

What is Online Therapy?

Online therapy offers the opportunity to receive psychological support and psychotherapeutic sessions via a secure video connection – without having to travel, in a familiar environment, and with the greatest possible flexibility in scheduling. It is aimed at adults seeking professional help who are tied to a specific location, have health issues, or are heavily involved in their careers.

The quality of online therapy is demonstrably not significantly different in its effectiveness from traditional on-site sessions – provided the technology is right and the therapeutic relationship can develop in a trusting atmosphere.

When is online therapy useful?

Online therapy can be a good alternative or complement for:

• acute mental stress or crises
• depressive moods, anxiety, stress or exhaustion
• Difficulties in everyday life, in relationships or in the professional environment
• psychological overload in chronic illnesses
• Residence in rural areas or stay abroad
• lack of mobility or time flexibility

How does online therapy work?

The online therapy is structurally based on classical psychotherapy – with the difference that the sessions take place via a certified, GDPR-compliant video platform.

1. Initial contact and appointment scheduling
   After a brief initial contact in writing or by phone, we will arrange a non-binding initial consultation. This will allow us to get to know each other and clarify your concerns. Technical questions can also be discussed in a relaxed atmosphere.
2. Video Therapy Sessions
   The sessions take place in a safe, secure setting via video, from a quiet location of your choosing. We work together to address your issues, resources, and goals. Methods from cognitive behavioral therapy, emotion-focused work, systemic therapy, or mindfulness practice can be integrated, tailored to your individual needs.
3. Supporting Materials and Exercises
   Depending on your needs, you will receive supporting materials, reflection questions, or exercises that you can use between sessions to deepen and reinforce the therapeutic content.
4. Duration and Frequency
   The frequency and duration of sessions depend on your life situation and therapeutic needs. Weekly, bi-weekly, or flexible appointments are possible.

Requirements for online therapy

• stable internet access
• a quiet, undisturbed place for conversations
• a laptop, tablet or smartphone with camera and microphone
• a certain openness to the digital format

Important: In acute crises (e.g. suicidal thoughts or acute psychotic conditions), online therapy is not sufficient – ​​in such cases, personal treatment on site or contact with a crisis service is necessary.

What are the advantages of online therapy?

• location-independent, even when traveling, moving or abroad
• time-efficient, as no travel is necessary
• lower barrier to entry
• therapeutic continuity even during life changes
• Possibility of integration into everyday life

Therapy – in person, also online

Online therapy offers you professional, personalized support – in a setting that adapts to your life. You can open up, reflect, and take steps toward change from home – with the same confidentiality, care, and therapeutic depth as in a physical practice.

If you are considering whether online therapy is right for you, I would be happy to answer your questions in a non-binding initial consultation.