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Michelle Leahy

Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Psychologist

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As a psychologist and therapist I am experienced and dedicated in supporting and guiding clients through different levels of crisis or depressive, anxious episodes, using high levels of regard, respect and acceptance.

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At a glance
Kaufbeuren, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 30 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from MichelleI am available Tues-Thursday afternoons and Fridays. I can offer limited evening slots and reduced rates for students/low income
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 8 hours

About me

I was born in England and grew up in Ireland. I studied psychology in Dublin and moved on to complete a masters in applied psychology. After my studies I worked in Tokyo and Australia to finance my travels. I returned to Ireland later where I lived with my husband and children. I continued my training parallel, this time specialising in psychotherapy. My training involved four years of experiential work in groups and individually. We later came to Germany in 2007 where we have settled in well and I have gained extensive experience in the World of mental health and therapy. I am excited about setting up work online where I can reach more people and work independently. I offer therapy through English and German.

Ich bin in England geboren und in Ireland aufgewachsen. Ich habe in Dublin Psychologie studiert und habe ein Masters in Applied Psychology. Danach arbeitete ich in Tokyo und Australien, später lebte ich in Irland mit meinem Mann und Kindern. Parallel absolvierte ich meine Psychotherapie Training in Dublin. Seit 2007 leben wir in Deutschland, wo ich extensive Erfahrung im Bereich der mentalen Gesundheit und Therapy. Ich freue mich total auf meine Online Klienten, wo ich mein Horizont erweitern kann.

I speak:

EnglishGerman

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Location:

Ringweg 23, 87600 Kaufbeuren, Germany

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Approach

Treatment Approaches
Body therapyRecommended for those who want to connect their mind and body to release stress or trauma through physical sensations and movement.
DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Recommended for those who want to learn skills to manage intense emotions and improve their relationships, especially if they feel easily overwhelmed.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
I offer a space where my clients feel safe to explore their inner World. Using an integrative and humanistic approach I work with unconscious motivations and enjoy a deeper level of communication. I have discovered through my extensive years of client work, that the cognitive-analytical approach as well as the behavioural approaches are useful in helping people deal with depression and anxiety, assisting them in finding the tools they need to cope with everyday life. I also understand the importance of mindfulness and bodywork in therapy and have been successful in helping clients explore and discover their ways of thinking, as well as connecting to their bodies.

Experience

21 years in practice
2010-2024: Psychologist and Therapist in the psychotherapy department, Regional Psychiatric Clinic, Bavaria (BKH)
2017-2023: Psychologist in the Lebenshilfe, Bavaria (sheltered workplace for people with various disabilities)
2005-2007: Private Practice in Dublin as part of my psychotherapy training.
1999-2000: Internship in Christophsbad Clinic, Göppingen

Education

1990-1993: B.A. Psychology University College Dublin, Ireland
1993-1994: M.A. Applied Psychology University College Dublin, Ireland
2002-2006: Diploma in Integrative and Humanistic Psychotherapy, Institute of Creative Counselling and Psychotherapy, Dublin, Ireland
Heilpraktiker für Psychotherapie
Member of the European Association of Integrative Psychotherapy
Member of the Deutscher Dachverband für Psychotherapie (DVP) e.V.

Services

Intro Call

Free 30 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

€95 50 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€80 50 min Online & In-person

Couples Session

€95 50 min Online & In-person

Insurances

Private PayPrivate Insurance
At a glance
Kaufbeuren, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 30 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from MichelleI am available Tues-Thursday afternoons and Fridays. I can offer limited evening slots and reduced rates for students/low income
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 8 hours
Next available: May 27