It's Complicated

Michael Conti

(he/him)

Psychotherapist, EMDR therapist, Coach & Supervisor

Available for new clients
My work is about helping people go forward in their personal growth by dealing with the obstacles they have encountered in their lives. I specialise in working both with trauma and with sexuality & LGBTQIA+ people.

I specialize in:

At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable online only
Experienced on It's Complicated3 years on It's Complicated
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Availability
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 4 hours

About me

As a highly-experienced psychotherapist, I offer a safe and supportive space to help you develop a better relationship with yourself and others. We will work together to lessen the impact that past difficult events have had on you. We will also work towards establishing a better connection with your body and emotions so as to be more authentically yourself. You're welcome to get in touch if you want to: … get to know yourself better … develop in a more holistic way … improve your mood and manage depressive or anxious feelings … connect more deeply to your body and emotions … explore your sexual or gender identity or alternative relationship formats … heal through the impact trauma … improve your relationships … explore your life purpose I have more than 13 years of experience as a psychotherapist, counsellor, coach, supervisor and somatic sexuality specialist. I am a state-licensed psychotherapist in Malta and hold the European Certificate of Psychotherapy. I'm specialised in working with trauma and with sexual, gender and relationship diversity, including LGBTQIA+, kink and non-monogamy. I am also trained as a ketamine-assisted psychotherapist and continuing further my training in the use of therapy in combination with altered states of consciousness. Apart from running my private practice, I have worked in various settings including LGBTQIA+ organisations, educational institutions and the fire brigade. I set up Orange Bodies where I run workshops about using the body to connect more deeply with oneself (orangebodies.com). I have also published a self-development journaling book entitled: 'Living Better with Yourself – A Practical Guide to Embodied Growth' –(thehorsesmouth.michaelconti.net) > I work in English and have a very good understanding of Italian & French. > Free 25-minute initial call (forgingpaths.net/book-initial-call/ or michael@forgingpaths.net). * I offer a few places for people who are financially struggling. Contact me if this is your case.

I speak:

EnglishMaltese

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Location:

Konstanzer Straße 15A, 10707 Berlin, Germany

Approach

Treatment Approaches
EMDRRecommended for those dealing with trauma who want to process painful memories in a structured way to reduce their emotional impact.
Integrative therapy Recommended for those who prefer a flexible approach that combines different therapies to meet their unique needs.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
I use an integrative and holistic approach in my work. This means that I draw upon all the tools that I have learnt depending on what is most beneficial for you. These tools include psychotherapy, coaching, psychology, trauma neuroscience, EMDR, counselling, mindfulness, embodiment, breathwork and somatic sexuality. As an integrative therapist I don’t try to fit you into a single way of understanding what it is to be human. Instead, I use different approaches that I’ve been trained in to respect the multi-faceted reality of human experience. These approaches include cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, humanistic, relational and body therapy. In my trauma-informed work, I place a strong emphasis on the body and emotions while aiming at integrating different parts of oneself. I also work with people who want to prepare for, or are seeking to integrate, altered/expanded states of consciousness.

Experience

13 years in practice3 years at It's Complicated
2011 - current : Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & Coach (private practice) 2018 - 2019 : Senior Counsellor at the Counselling & Trauma Service – London Fire Brigade (UK) 2018 : Course tutor and supervisor on M.A. in Clinical Practice – Minster Centre (UK) 2012 - 2016 : Counsellor – Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (Malta) 2010 - 2012 : Guidance teacher – St. Dorothy's Secondary School (Malta) 2009 - 2010: Trainee psychotherapist at Cana Movement Counselling Services (Malta) 2009: Trainee psychotherapist at San Blas Drug Rehabilitation Centre (Malta) 2009: Trainee psychotherapist at Derbyshire Friend (LGBTQIA+) (Derby) 2008 - 2009 : Biology teacher – St. Dorothy's Secondary School (Malta) 2007 - 2008 : Detention Outreach Co-ordinator – Jesuit Refugee Service (UK) 2001 - 2002 : Science and Biology teacher – Savio College (Malta)

Education

2024: Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy 2023: EMBARK model for psychedelic facilitation 2022 : Diploma in Integrative Coaching (ICF-accredited) 2019 : Somatic Sexuality Specialist 2019 : EMDR training 2016 : M.A. Integrative Supervision 2011 : M.Sc. Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy 2010: Essentials of Sexual Minority Therapy 2009 : Certificate in Psychology 2007 : Diploma in Philosophy 2001 : B. Ed. (Hons.)

Cost

Free 20 minute introductory call

Individual Session

€100 (50 minutes)

Individual session for Scandinavia/Switzerland/Luxembourg/+€3000 net monthly

€130 (50 minutes)

Couples Session

€130 (50 minutes)

Couples session in Scandinavia/Switzerland/Luxembourg/+€3500 collective net monthly income

€155 (50 minutes)

Insurances

Private PayReimbursement
At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable online only
Experienced on It's Complicated3 years on It's Complicated
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Availability
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 4 hours
Next available: Jan 7