Dr. Ninia Simon

My work is grounded in psychological expertise and shaped by person centered and systemic approaches within a coaching oriented framework. I focus on exploration, insight and growth rather than on fixing or prescribing solutions. What I emphasize most is understanding, moving from confusion and pressure toward clarity and agency. In 1:1 conversations, we make space for what is actually going on for you, your thoughts, emotions, values, roles and the contexts that shape your experience. We explore not just what you think, but how you think and why. Sometimes this means clarifying values and priorities. Other times it means stepping back from a decision to see the patterns that have made it feel so urgent. We look at how stress affects your perception, how old habits influence new choices, and where expectations from others may be blending with your own goals. My work always orients itself to you as an individual and to what matters most in your life at this moment. I bring psychological structure and reflective tools that help make inner processes visible and understandable, while the direction of the conversation grows from your questions, concerns and goals. Clients often describe the experience as focused, grounding and empowering. The work can provide short term relief while also supporting sustainable change. Because I see you as a whole person embedded in relationships, contexts and systems, we consider both inner and outer factors, your history, your environment, important relationships and the roles you inhabit. This systemic lens helps expand options rather than narrowing them and helps you see possibilities that were previously obscured by pressure or uncertainty. I do not provide ready made solutions, but I actively help you sort through what is important, make connections visible and clarify possible next steps. The goal is to strengthen inner stability, clarity and the ability to move forward in a way that feels coherent and self determined.

Self Employed Psychologist and Psychological Coach Since 2022 I work with individuals in demanding phases of life, supporting them in stressful periods, transitions and situations that require clarity and orientation. My work is based on structured 1:1 conversations that help people understand inner processes, regulate emotional pressure and make decisions that feel coherent and sustainable. Psychologist, German Aerospace Center 5 years I conducted psychological assessments for airplane and helicopter pilots in a highly demanding context where decisions carry significant consequences and individuals operate under responsibility and pressure. This work strengthened my expertise in structured psychological interviews, behavioral observation and understanding how people think, decide and function in high responsibility and stressful situations. I also led a multi year research project on social interaction, communication and team composition, which formed the basis of my doctoral research. This deepened my understanding of interpersonal dynamics, communication patterns and psychological factors shaping cooperation in demanding contexts. Earlier Professional Experience in Organizational and HR Contexts 2 years Experience in organizational and HR environments including Deutsche Bahn, Deloitte and international corporate settings. Work included HR development, support in leadership selection and insight into organizational dynamics and professional roles.

Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D.), Free University of Berlin Completed 2022 • Research on personality, communication and group dynamics • Focus on how individual characteristics and social contexts influence behavior and interaction • Strong training in scientific thinking and understanding complex psychological processes Master of Science in Psychology, Free University of Berlin Completed 2016 • Specialization in Work, Organizational and Economic Psychology • Minor in Clinical Psychology • Training in psychological assessment, communication and evidence based approaches Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Technical University of Dresden Completed 2014 • Foundation in general, social and developmental psychology • Broad understanding of how people think, feel and act across life contexts • Training in decision oriented conversational methods according to Westhoff and Kluck Academic Study Abroad • University of Copenhagen, Department of Psychology • University of Melbourne, Faculty of Business and Economics