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Sarah Maidstone

(she/her)

Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Systemic Counsellor

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Available for new clients

I help people struggling to see a clear way ahead to rediscover their creativity so they can choose their next steps with grace and confidence.

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At a glance
Heidelberg, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from SarahI currently have space for new clients. Feel free to book a short discovery call in English or German to find out if we'd be a good fit.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.

About me

If you've ever found yourself wondering, "Where do I go from here?" or "How did I end up taking care of all this?" the prospect of doing anything more than just getting through the day can seem daunting.

Whether you're trying to navigate life, work and the school system in a foreign country, doing the practical and emotional heavy lifting for a family member with physical or mental health difficulties, or have just lost sight of who you are and who you want to be, you don't have to carry it all on your own.

Having someone who doesn't need anything from you to listen and help you sort through you own emotions, so that when you're ready, you can move forward with clarity and intention is invaluable.

I know, because I've been there.

As a licenced non-medical practitioner of psychotherapy (Heilpraktikerin für Psychotherapie), I can work with you if you're struggling with depression, anxiety, burnout or other psychological conditions without any of this appearing on your medical records unless you want it to.

But you don't need a diagnosis to see me.

I'm also a qualified systemic counsellor which means that I'll look at you as a whole person, and the context of your life as it really is. Because let's face it, if you needed some well-meaning tips or generic advice, you have friends or the internet for that.

If you decide to put your trust in me, you'll have all of my professional training, creativity and life experience at your disposal to help you find solutions that work specifically for you.

My style is warm, curious, sometimes gently challenging and with a touch of humour.

Before becoming a therapist, I worked in the IT industry in teams that crossed time zones and cultures. I also qualified as a Montessori educator and had the privilege of guiding children aged 3-6 and their families.

I’m married and live in Heidelberg with two almost grown-up children.

For more information, see https://sarah-maidstone.de/en

I speak:

EnglishGerman

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Location:

Märzgasse 14, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany

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Approach

Treatment Approaches
Solution-focused therapyRecommended for those who want quick, practical solutions to their problems without focusing too much time on the past.
Systemic coachingRecommended for those who want to improve their personal or professional relationships by understanding how they function within larger systems.
Systemic therapyRecommended for those who want to understand how their relationships and environments influence their behavior and emotions, particularly within family or organizational systems.

During sessions we’ll move at your pace using solution-oriented processes to discover new perspectives as you work to improve your quality of life. In practice that means you can choose the spacing of your sessions, as well as how quickly you feel ready to make any changes.

If you want to talk about a particular problem to get it off your chest, there's plenty of space for that; otherwise the focus will be on discovering solutions and opening up your range of options - starting in our first session.

The systemic approach aims to offer you a different perspective on situations, behaviour, or relationships, making space for solutions rather than problems. We’ll focus on your strengths, the people around you, and the patterns that shape your life.

Experience

In my practice in the heart of Heidelberg, I work with families, couples and individuals. I'm equally at home speaking English or German, and am happy to work in a mix of both if that's how you best express your thoughts and emotions, or how your relationship works.

Education

  • Licensed non-medical practitioner of psychotherapy (Gesundheitsamt Karlsruhe)

  • Certified systemic counsellor (Systemische Beraterin, AFS)

  • Course leader for autogenic training (Akademie für Psychotherapie)

  • Certificate in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (Institute for Solution-Focused Therapy)

  • Continued professional development includes:

    • Grief counselling
    • Couples coaching
  • International Diploma of Montessori Pedagogy (Montessori Centre International)

  • MA(Hons) English Language and German (University of Glasgow)

Services

Intro Call

Free 20 min Online
A free video call or phone call of up to 20 minutes to help you decide if we're a good fit.

Individual Session

€150 1 hr 30 min In-person

Family Session

€150 1 hr 30 min In-person

Couples Session

€150 1 hr 30 min In-person

Individual Session

€100 1 hr Online

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Heidelberg, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from SarahI currently have space for new clients. Feel free to book a short discovery call in English or German to find out if we'd be a good fit.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Next available: Jun 29