From Friedrichshain to Berlin Mitte: Whether you're looking for a psychologist, psychotherapist, couples therapist, or coach in Berlin – It's Complicated has the perfect match for you, available online and in-person. Because life is complicated, but finding a therapist in Berlin shouldn't be.
Looking for a therapist in Berlin? As the city in which It’s Complicated was founded, the spirit of our diverse community unequivocally runs the deepest here. We’ve truly made the process of discovering mental health professionals in Berlin easy with convenient online booking for appointments, customisable search-filters, and a comprehensive list of Berlin's best online and in-person private therapy services. The philosophy of It’s Complicated proudly contains both accessibility and inclusivity at its heart, and we understand that there are many reasons why you might feel more comfortable with a counsellor who shares similar demographics. That's why we've made it simple to find a therapist who fits your specific needs. Want to know more about how therapy works in Berlin? Check out this blog post on how to find a therapist in Berlin.
If you have specific preferences for your therapist, you can use our built-in therapy search filters to find the right fit for you. Search for German-speaking or English-speaking therapists in Berlin by filtering by language in the search tool here in our directory of licensed professionals and discover other filter options such as gender identify, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or therapeutic approach. If you need some more help in finding a qualified therapist in Berlin, It’s Complicated offers a free matching service, where our in-house therapists will try to find the best match for you based on your individual needs and preferences. It’s Complicated is as diverse as the city of Berlin, and we not only offer traditional approaches like CBT or psychoanalysis, but also more specific therapy types such as:
For many of us, there might never have been a more important time than now to nurture our mental health. If you are interested in therapy to assist you in improving your life quality we operate in nearly 100 languages, offering both online and in-person sessions. With a diverse network of over 1,500 mental health professionals spanning 80+ countries, including Germany, you can easily connect with accredited psychologists in Berlin, whether you're in Mitte, Kreuzberg, Neukölln, Friedrichshain, or Pankow. Additionally, you can find therapists in Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and beyond.
You are far from alone if you’re finding the ordeal of finding a therapist in Berlin difficult and confusing. While German-speaking therapists may be more accessible for native speakers, English-speaking professionals are often inundated with requests, especially within the public healthcare system. Turning to private therapy can streamline the process, albeit at a higher cost.
Going to therapy for the first time or going to a new therapist is a bold step. Thus, it might elicit some strong feelings. For example, will I make progress? Is this person a good fit for me? What if I feel worse? These apprehensions are expected, and they accompany the process of entering therapy.
If we take a moment to look at the history of psychology and psychiatry, it becomes clear just how complicit these fields have been in upholding oppressive structures. Like many accepted and seemingly “objective” standards, therapeutic modalities and approaches are rife with patriarchal, capitalistic, white-supremacist, and cis/hetero/mono-normative underpinnings. Historically, these fields have often pathologized diverse