Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psychosomatic Medicine?

Psychosomatic Medicine deals with the interplay between body and mind. It recognizes that physical complaints are often related to emotional burdens, stress or inner conflicts. The goal is to understand these connections and incorporate them therapeutically.

What does a holistic treatment approach mean?

A holistic approach looks beyond individual symptoms to see the person as a whole. In addition to physical complaints, emotional, mental, social and - if desired - energetic aspects are also considered. Treatment is tailored to your individual situation and personal goals.

What role does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) play?

Traditional Chinese Medicine is used as a complement and is embedded in a comprehensive medical-psychotherapeutic concept. It can play a particularly supportive role for functional complaints, stress symptoms or sleep disorders.

What are psychosomatic complaints?

Psychosomatic complaints are physical symptoms that are closely connected to emotional burdens or stress. These include, among others:

• Chronic pain
• Gastrointestinal complaints
• Cardiovascular symptoms
• Breathing difficulties
• Skin problems
• Exhaustion and tension states

The complaints are real and are taken seriously - even when no clear organic cause is found.

When is psychotherapy beneficial for stress, exhaustion or burnout?

Psychotherapy can be beneficial for:

• Persistent stress and feeling overwhelmed
• Exhaustion and burnout symptoms
• Sleep disorders
• Inner restlessness or tension
• Difficulties setting boundaries or finding calm

Can psychotherapy help with chronic illnesses?

For chronic illnesses, psychotherapy can help manage the condition better, process emotional burdens and improve quality of life. It complements somatic treatment but does not replace it.

Who is this practice suitable for?

The treatment is directed at adults who:

• Suffer from psychosomatic or emotional complaints
• Seek holistic support
• Are willing to actively engage with their issues
• Desire a medically founded, integrative treatment

When is this practice not suitable?

This practice is not suitable for:

• Acute psychiatric emergencies
• Acute suicidality
• Severe psychotic disorders
• Eating disorders with BMI < 15 kg/m²
• Treatment needs requiring inpatient care
• Cases where psychiatric medication is desired or medically urgently indicated
• Severe/complex personality disorders as the central focus of treatment
• Cases where severe post-traumatic stress disorder is the central focus of treatment

In my practice, I exclusively offer medication-free treatment.

How does the initial consultation work?

In the initial consultation, we discuss your concerns, your current situation and your expectations. It serves as a mutual introduction and a shared assessment of whether my therapeutic approach is a good fit for you. Additionally, possible next steps are discussed.

What does the therapeutic process look like?

Therapy is individually tailored to you. It may include conversations, psychotherapeutic interventions and - where indicated and desired - complementary methods from TCM. Duration and frequency are based on your concerns and goals.

How is billing handled?

The practice is a private and self-pay practice. Billing is according to the German Medical Fee Schedule (GOÄ) for psychosomatic and psychotherapeutic services.

Are costs covered by private health insurers?

(Partial) reimbursement by private health insurers or government aid offices (Beihilfestellen) is often possible but depends on your individual insurance contract. Please clarify this directly with your insurer before starting treatment.

What are the advantages of self-pay treatment?

As a self-pay patient, you benefit from:

• No applications required
• No disclosure of diagnoses to insurers
• Flexible arrangement of treatment duration and frequency

Is there a guarantee of cure?

No. Medical and psychotherapeutic treatments are individual processes. A specific treatment outcome cannot be guaranteed.