It's Complicated

Anja Stroehlein

Clinical Psychologist

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Courage is believing more in possibilities than in experiences.

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At a glance
Salzburg, AustriaAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds after 24 hours

About me

I am a Clinical Psychologist and Resource Therapist (ego state therapy), practicing from a holistic perspective that supports you to integrate body, mind, and spirit. I am also certified as a mindfulness and meditation coach, as well as a yoga instructor — experiences that have deepened my own healing journey and reinforced my belief in the power of whole-person care.

For me, therapy means reaching out a helping hand, offering a reliable, supportive presence. Life brings challenges that can leave us feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or uncertain. In difficult times, connection matters — and I strive to create a space where everything can be named, held, and explored — so we can walk new paths together.

My path into psychology was shaped by deep empathy — a lifelong drive to understand the needs, fears, and desires beneath people’s behavior. After completing my clinical training, I worked for several years in the psychiatric wards of the Christian Doppler Clinic in Salzburg. Since going into private practice, I’ve supported adults of all ages through life’s many transitions and struggles.

I am passionate about my work. Understanding the human mind and spirit has always been central to my life. To support my inner balance, I make a lot of space for movement, adventure, and connection. I love acroyoga, beach volleyball, hiking, and dancing — activities that keep me present and energized. Though I’m now based in Salzburg, I carry the spirit of a traveler. My curiosity about other cultures and their wisdom remains boundless — and I continue to learn from the rich perspectives the world has to offer.

I speak:

EnglishGerman

Location:

Vogelweiderstraße 101, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Approach

Treatment Approaches
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.
Ego-state therapyRecommended for those who want to explore and heal different parts of themselves, especially if they feel like different "states" or versions of themselves emerge in certain situations.
Holistic approachRecommended for those who want to address their mental health through a balanced focus on mind, body, and spirit.
Therapy with me is tailored to your unique needs. I meet you where you are, with safety, transparency, and compassion as the foundation of our work together.

Every person carries a unique story. I believe in meeting you fully — as you are, in your context — and adapting our work to your evolving needs. My approach draws from diverse, evidence-informed methods, including:

Resource Therapy (Gordon Emmerson, Australia)
Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Maté, Canada — currently in training)
Techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic Imaginative Trauma Therapy (PITT) and more

Mindfulness & Buddhist-inspired practices, now widely integrated into Western therapeutic models

My work is also deeply informed by my personal journey. I see self-exploration as essential to being able to walk alongside others with presence and care. Living abroad for several years has enriched my understanding of human experience through different cultural lenses — shaping my professional, personal, and spiritual growth.

Experience

8 years in practice
Clinical Psychologist - Private Practice
(at Praxis 101 since January 2026, online since November 2022)
Disability Support Worker at Supporting Moo Pty Ltd, Darwin (June 2023 – October 2023)
Clinical Psychologist at University Hospital Salzburg, Austria (April 2019 - February 2023)
Units: Emergency Psychiatry, Day-Clinic for Social Psychiatry, Clinic for Psychosomatics, Clinic for Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery

Education

Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Maté, in training)
Resource Therapy (Gordon Emmerson) - Resource Therapy International
Propaedeutic in Psychotherapy - ÖGWG, Linz
Postgraduate specialisation in Clinical Psychology - AAP, Vienna
Master degree in Psychology - University of Salzburg
Bachelor degree in Psychology - University of Salzburg

Additional Certifications
Yoga teacher training - Yoga Place, Salzburg
Mindfulness & Meditation - Yoga Place, Salzburg

Services

Intro Call

Free 15 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

€95 50 min Online & In-person

Couples Session

€160 1 hr 15 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€85 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private PayReimbursement
At a glance
Salzburg, AustriaAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds after 24 hours
Next available: May 25