Christian Mahlow
Clinical Psychologist
A safe space where you can slow down, feel heard, and move forward — systemic counseling with warmth, clarity, and respect.
Appointments available.
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About me
Psychological strain can throw life off balance – often not suddenly, but gradually. Through my own past experiences with burnout and depressive crises, I know how unsettling and exhausting such phases can be. Professional psychotherapeutic support helped me gain new perspectives and rebuild trust in my own ability to act and shape my life. This experience inspired me to make psychology my profession.
In my work, I meet people with openness, respect, and compassionate interest in their individual life situations. I work from a systemic perspective – which means we do not only focus on symptoms, but also on patterns and connections: relationships, life circumstances, roles, resources, and what has supported you so far. Together, we explore what strengthens you, what weighs on you, and which changes feel right and meaningful.
I see myself as a reliable partner at your side, someone who listens carefully, asks thoughtful questions, and offers constructive impulses. Within a safe and confidential space, I support you in gaining clarity, developing new perspectives, and experimenting with your own solutions – at your pace and in accordance with your individual possibilities.
For an initial contact, you are welcome to briefly describe your concerns. Together, we will then find a suitable appointment.
The sessions take place within the framework of psychological counseling and do not replace psychotherapy. If it becomes clear that psychotherapeutic treatment would be advisable, I will address this openly and support you in taking the next steps.
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Location:
Media Gallery
Approach
Inner conflicts often arise when we face important crossroads in life. Different thoughts, feelings, and inner voices speak up, pulling us in seemingly opposite directions. In systemic counseling, we see these tensions as the interplay of various inner parts – an “inner team,” with each part representing its own needs, values, and protective functions.
Some decisions feel easier when the inner team is in harmony. Other times, choices can feel exhausting or overwhelming because the parts are in conflict. In my work, I help you gently recognize these inner voices, appreciate their role, and bring them into a constructive dialogue – without judgment or pressure.
I accompany you with a holistic, systemic approach that looks beyond symptoms to your whole life context: your relationships, work, environment, and existing strengths and resources. In a safe and supportive space, I help you gain clarity, explore new perspectives, and make decisions that feel authentic, balanced, and sustainable.
Typical process:
- Clarifying your concerns and goals
- Getting to know and exploring your inner team
- Identifying central tensions and needs
- Developing integrated, practical solutions
- Follow-up and sustainability check
Experience
Self-employed psychologist since 2024
Since 2019, working in an independent social psychiatry, family and youth welfare agency in Berlin with a focus on mental illness
2018/2019 Lecturer for non-violent communication in advanced training for DAZ teachers
2013 - 2019 Teacher for German as a foreign and second language
Since 2010 Freelance author for radio plays, films and fiction
2007 - 2011 Freelance director and author at various theaters
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Education
Since 2024 training as a psychological psychotherapist in the field of systemic therapy - GST Berlin
2023 MA. Clinical Psychology - IPU Berlin
2021 Further training: Trauma therapy - Ulm University Hospital
2021 Further training: Protection and help in the event of domestic violence - Ulm University Hospital
2010 Diploma in Dramaturgy for Theater and Film - Leipzig University of Music and Theater
Services
Intro Call
Individual Session
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