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    3 therapists available in Essen, 1 of them in person.
    Isabel Schamuhn
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    Isabel Schamuhn

    Isabel Schamuhn

    Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Psychological Counsellor
    Crisis intervention • Anxiety • Stress • High sensitivity • Personal development • Relationships • Adjustment disorders
    RESPONSE TIME UNKNOWN
    Crisis intervention • Anxiety • Stress • High sensitivity • Personal development • Relationships • Adjustment disorders
    €90 / session90
    Essen
    In-person and Online
    Umekulsum Muffadal
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Umekulsum Muffadal

    Umekulsum Muffadal

    Psychologist
    Anxiety • Depression • Relationships • Self-confidence • Expat life • Grief & loss • PPD: Postpartum depression
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Anxiety • Depression • Relationships • Self-confidence • Expat life • Grief & loss • PPD: Postpartum depression
    €35 / session35
    Essen
    Online only
    Annkatrin Becker
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Annkatrin Becker

    Annkatrin Becker

    Counsellor
    Academic or educational problems • Attachment • Burnout • Depression • GAD: Generalised anxiety disorder • Personal development • Relationships
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Academic or educational problems • Attachment • Burnout • Depression • GAD: Generalised anxiety disorder • Personal development • Relationships
    €60 / session60
    Essen
    Online only
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    Bochum, Germany
    Als Diplom-Psychologin mit über 20 Jahren Erfahrung in psychologischer Einzelberatung begleite ich Menschen durch schwierige Lebensphasen, von Suchtproblematiken über berufliche Neuorientierung bis zu spirituellen Krisen
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    Elizabeth Ritchie
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    Bochum, Germany
    I am an English-speaking counselor living in Germany. My mission is to help you improve your relationship with yourself, your loved ones, and to resolve emotional wounds that may be holding you back.
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    Dimitra Korrou
    Clinical Psychologist & Integrative Therapist
    Wuppertal, Germany
    I offer integrative, evidence-based psychological support in a safe, non-judgmental space, supporting people in restoring emotional balance, deepening self-understanding and building sustainable inner alignment.
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    Athita Bua-in
    Couples Counsellor & Counsellor
    Wuppertal, Germany
    I remind myself that everyone is striving to do their best. Life can be tough, which is why I prioritize offering genuine comfort and unwavering support to my clients.
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    Anja Happel
    Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Children and Adolescent Counsellor
    Moers, Germany
    I support people as a therapist and Heilpraktiker for psychotherapy, using a traumainformed, systemic approach. My work focuses on relationships, inner resources, and creating a safe space for meaningful change.
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    Karolina Goralski
    Counsellor
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    For over 13 years, we have supported people in Düsseldorf through psychotherapy. We offer therapy in German, English, Polish, French, Turkish, and Russian in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
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    Claudia Münch
    Psychologist & Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    Einzigartig ist die Kombination aus bekannten und anerkannten Psychotherapieverfahren und Somatischer Psychologie, um ein tieferes Verständnis des Selbst, des Körpergewahrseins und der eigenen Emotionen zu erreichen.
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    Laura Nicola Susanna Wallossek
    Clinical Psychologist & Developmental Psychologist
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist (MSc) specializing in Developmental Psychology, combining evidence-based methods with an integrative, person-centered approach.
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    Amanda Moreira Joao
    Clinical and Health Psychologist & Counselling Psychologist
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    Psychologist (Rsc. Msc.), based in Düsseldorf, specialising in internationals, ready to help you bloom again Psicóloga (Rsc. Msc.), baseada em Düsseldorf, especializada em ajudar pessoas que moram fora a florescer denovo
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    Monika Broecker
    Couples Therapist & Systemic Counsellor
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    I work with individuals, couples, and families, as well as professionals facing relationship, leadership, and career challenges.