Dr. Stefa Hirsch
(she/her)
Gestalt Therapist & Couples Therapist
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Available for new clients
As a Gestalt therapist, I support individuals and couples in times of crisis and during processes of change – with empathy, structure and without rigid categories. Sessions are available in person, online or outdoors.
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About me
My path into psychotherapy was not straightforward: I first studied economics and worked in educational research before following my interest in psychology and psychotherapy. I discovered Gestalt therapy through a friend whose clarity and presence deeply impressed me.
Through my training in Gestalt therapy, I learned to develop greater trust in myself, to approach new situations with more courage, and to live with greater ease. This is an experience I would like to share and support people in their individual development.
The following video allows you to get a first impression: https://youtube.com/shorts/r3Gwwb7tYEg?feature=share
I speak:
English
Location:
Florastraße 61, 13187 Berlin, Germany
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Gestalt therapyRecommended for those who want to focus on the present and take responsibility for their feelings and actions to promote personal growth.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
Gestalt therapy is one of the humanistic approaches, placing the person at the center. This is also reflected in my way of working. I work calmly, with structure and empathy. My attitude is open, without rigid categorizations – I look at each situation anew.
As Gestalt therapy is a strongly experiential and process-oriented approach, I complement the classical conversational format with creative elements such as symbols or music.
My personal background also shapes my work: I have lived abroad several times and was the first in my family to study at university. This allows me to bring an understanding of different social contexts and cultures into my practice.
Experience
8 years in practice
2022-today Gestalt Therapist with a private practice in Berlin
2019-2024 Assistant in Gestalt Therapy Training Programm
2018-today Specialist in Human Resources Development
2017-2022 Psychological Counselor/Coach, since 2019 Life coaching at the Berlin Cathedral, "Lebensberatung im Berliner Dom"
Education
2021-2022 Further Training "Integrating Body-Therapeutical Methods into Psychotherapy
2020-2022 Gestalt Couples Therapy Training and Degree
2015-2019 Gestalt Psychotherapy Training and Degree
2017-2018 Non-Medical Practitioner (Heilpraktiker für Psychotherapie)
2012-2017 Research Fellow, University of Maastricht (NL)
2011-2016 Studies in Psychology, University Hagen (D)
2005-2011 Studies in Economics of Education, University of Mannheim (D) and University of California at Berkeley (US)
Services
Intro Call
Free • 50 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
€80 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
Sliding scale
€60 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Concessions for low-income groups from
Sliding scale
€60 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Concessions for students from
Sliding scale
€60 • 50 min • Online & In-person
No show fee (Nicht erscheinen)
€80 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Initial Consultation (Erste Kennenlernsitzung)
Free • 50 min • Online & In-person
Paartherapie (1 Therapeutin)
€120 • 1 hr 30 min • Online & In-person
Paartherapie (männl+weibl. Therapeut:in)
€240 • 1 hr 30 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private PayPrivate Insurance
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Next available: Mar 17