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Barbara Tresca
Psychologist, FSP
Verified Verified
3011 Bern
We experience difficulties in different ways. Often people seek therapy when they have been feeling feeling more anxious, stressed or frustrated more than usual, sometimes indicating a life transition such as relationship problems or difficulties at work. At other times clients get in touch when they noticed that something does not feel good but are still unsure of the reasons that may lie beneath and are keen to develop insight. We will build a shared understanding of current difficulties, and together will identify your hopes, goals and needsI draw from psychological evidence-based approaches to inform your unique treatment plan.
We experience difficulties in different ways. Often people seek therapy when they have been feeling feeling more anxious, stressed or frustrated more than usual, sometimes indicating a life transition such as relationship problems or difficulties at work. At other times clients get in touch when they noticed that something does not feel good but are still unsure of the reasons that may lie beneath and are keen to develop insight. We will build a shared understanding of current difficulties, and together will identify your hopes, goals and needsI draw from psychological evidence-based approaches to inform your unique treatment plan.
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Jeeyoun Kim
Psychotherapist, MA, ASP
Verified Verified
3012 Bern
Waitlist for new clients
At different times in life we may encounter both external and internal difficulties and the psyche talks to us in various ways: sometimes through symptoms of insomnia or depression, anxiety or recurring thoughts, feelings of emptiness and despair - sometimes through inner questions of meaning, an urge to know more and wish to find our place. We may be confronted with personal dilemmas that seem unlikely to be solved, and feel trapped or imprisoned. Jungian psychotherapy is a journey to find the roots of such difficulties, to better understand the meaning underlying our suffering and to help integrate these insights into our life.
At different times in life we may encounter both external and internal difficulties and the psyche talks to us in various ways: sometimes through symptoms of insomnia or depression, anxiety or recurring thoughts, feelings of emptiness and despair - sometimes through inner questions of meaning, an urge to know more and wish to find our place. We may be confronted with personal dilemmas that seem unlikely to be solved, and feel trapped or imprisoned. Jungian psychotherapy is a journey to find the roots of such difficulties, to better understand the meaning underlying our suffering and to help integrate these insights into our life.
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Dr. Lauren Deimling Johns
Psychologist
Verified Verified
3011 Bern
Emotion complements reason in ways which can be confusing, especially considering the social animal we are as humans: living with remarkable sensitivity to one another. Emotion guides us toward knowing our unmet needs. In therapy, only you can be the expert of your inner world's path. It is an honor to accompany you while maintaining focus on your goals, limiting distraction and avoidance behaviors, and fostering opportunities for appropriate self advocacy and self compassion.
Emotion complements reason in ways which can be confusing, especially considering the social animal we are as humans: living with remarkable sensitivity to one another. Emotion guides us toward knowing our unmet needs. In therapy, only you can be the expert of your inner world's path. It is an honor to accompany you while maintaining focus on your goals, limiting distraction and avoidance behaviors, and fostering opportunities for appropriate self advocacy and self compassion.
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Asim Therapy
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
With extensive experience working with emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.
With extensive experience working with emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.
079 844... Reveal Number
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Rozalina Angelova
Psychologist, MA Psyc, FSP
Verified Verified
3001 Bern
ENG: Multilevel Psychological Consulting: I help you either in person or online with: Low self-esteem, Problems in your relationships, Unfulfilled desire for children, Burn-Out, Fears, Anxiety, Panic attacks Compulsive thoughts and behaviors, Depression, Eating disorders, Trauma, Grieving. DE: Ich helfe dir entweder persönlich oder online bei: Geringem Selbstwertgefühl, Beziehungsproblemen, unerfülltem Kinderwunsch, Burn-Out, Ängsten, Sorgen, Panikattacken, zwanghaften Gedanken und Verhaltensweisen, Depressionen, Essstörungen, Trauma, Trauer.
ENG: Multilevel Psychological Consulting: I help you either in person or online with: Low self-esteem, Problems in your relationships, Unfulfilled desire for children, Burn-Out, Fears, Anxiety, Panic attacks Compulsive thoughts and behaviors, Depression, Eating disorders, Trauma, Grieving. DE: Ich helfe dir entweder persönlich oder online bei: Geringem Selbstwertgefühl, Beziehungsproblemen, unerfülltem Kinderwunsch, Burn-Out, Ängsten, Sorgen, Panikattacken, zwanghaften Gedanken und Verhaltensweisen, Depressionen, Essstörungen, Trauma, Trauer.
078 222... Reveal Number
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Gratie Therapy
Counsellor, PhD
Verified Verified
3001 Bern
In a therapeutic relationship in which we are ourselves without a social mask and fully present, our brains, the most amazing organs in the universe, are continually shaped. You don't need to succumb to anxiety, stress, and other negative emotions. False fears and wrong beliefs affect all of us, you are not alone. Thoughts are not facts. Once you have become proficient at identifying your automatic thoughts and emotions, you could live the life you love and love the life you live. When thinking about the most meaningful life for yourself, you could also consider your strengths and how to make use of your own great potential.
In a therapeutic relationship in which we are ourselves without a social mask and fully present, our brains, the most amazing organs in the universe, are continually shaped. You don't need to succumb to anxiety, stress, and other negative emotions. False fears and wrong beliefs affect all of us, you are not alone. Thoughts are not facts. Once you have become proficient at identifying your automatic thoughts and emotions, you could live the life you love and love the life you live. When thinking about the most meaningful life for yourself, you could also consider your strengths and how to make use of your own great potential.
078 207... Reveal Number
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Kasia Kopanska
PhD
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
Was it curiosity that brought you here? Or perhaps pain, confusion, fear? All of You are welcome here. Years ago, life took me on a journey to find connection and authenticity. It was a gift of being human. There, I learned to embrace the light and dark aspects of myself. I now guide you to explore your body, heart-centered relationships, and authentic expression through touch, breathwork, sound, movement, compassionate inquiry, herbalism, and psychedelic consciousness. I guided hundreds of people in sessions and groups to connect to their deep truth and purpose.
Was it curiosity that brought you here? Or perhaps pain, confusion, fear? All of You are welcome here. Years ago, life took me on a journey to find connection and authenticity. It was a gift of being human. There, I learned to embrace the light and dark aspects of myself. I now guide you to explore your body, heart-centered relationships, and authentic expression through touch, breathwork, sound, movement, compassionate inquiry, herbalism, and psychedelic consciousness. I guided hundreds of people in sessions and groups to connect to their deep truth and purpose.
076 465... Reveal Number
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Ian Reid
MSc
Verified Verified
3000 Bern  (Online Only)
You're looking for a uniquely safe, ethical, and confidential space, dedicated to supporting you in your emotional life and relationships? You're welcome, wherever you are, individually or as a couple. Life has its ups and downs, and right now you're feeling troubled. You may have been hurting for some time and holding it in; perhaps something new has happened to disturb or upset you emotionally. You need to talk confidentially, to someone you can trust; someone who'll listen, be beside you, and support you in finding a way through; someone who's highly dual-qualified and experienced in holding and helping what troubles you.
You're looking for a uniquely safe, ethical, and confidential space, dedicated to supporting you in your emotional life and relationships? You're welcome, wherever you are, individually or as a couple. Life has its ups and downs, and right now you're feeling troubled. You may have been hurting for some time and holding it in; perhaps something new has happened to disturb or upset you emotionally. You need to talk confidentially, to someone you can trust; someone who'll listen, be beside you, and support you in finding a way through; someone who's highly dual-qualified and experienced in holding and helping what troubles you.
079 440... Reveal Number
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Camelia Krupp Coaching & Therapy
Psychologist, MA Psyc, FSP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
As a Master Certified Coach, Clinical Psychologist and Counselor, I have an integral approach to my clients and will be using methods and tools that stem from complex trauma, adult development and therapeutic interventions to bring about the best versions of my clients: cognitive behavioral therapies, parental coaching, emotional focused individual & couples therapy, stress management, schema therapy, parts therapy, regressive & rewind hypnosis, sensory system interventions and other healing techniques for trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety.
As a Master Certified Coach, Clinical Psychologist and Counselor, I have an integral approach to my clients and will be using methods and tools that stem from complex trauma, adult development and therapeutic interventions to bring about the best versions of my clients: cognitive behavioral therapies, parental coaching, emotional focused individual & couples therapy, stress management, schema therapy, parts therapy, regressive & rewind hypnosis, sensory system interventions and other healing techniques for trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety.
078 706... Reveal Number
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Nadia Varandas
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
3001 Bern
I am committed to support those who want to observe their life from a different perspective. Committed to working on your well-being and mental health. Through listening and reflection, an encounter takes place that enables creativity and change. For young adults, adults and couples.
I am committed to support those who want to observe their life from a different perspective. Committed to working on your well-being and mental health. Through listening and reflection, an encounter takes place that enables creativity and change. For young adults, adults and couples.
076 649... Reveal Number
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Jessi L Wacker
Verified Verified
3011 Bern
I always learn from the teens, young adults & families I’ve worked with, but this is most important for me to remember: Even behaviors that may appear ineffective from the outside looking in, usually have wisdom at their core. When a person is in pain, they generally want to feel better. My clients all come to therapy because what they’ve been doing to feel better ultimately isn’t working any longer. We work together to address what’s at the core of their pain & focus on managing that more effectively, without negative repercussions. We will together build a set of skills to help them feel more empowered & effective in their life.
I always learn from the teens, young adults & families I’ve worked with, but this is most important for me to remember: Even behaviors that may appear ineffective from the outside looking in, usually have wisdom at their core. When a person is in pain, they generally want to feel better. My clients all come to therapy because what they’ve been doing to feel better ultimately isn’t working any longer. We work together to address what’s at the core of their pain & focus on managing that more effectively, without negative repercussions. We will together build a set of skills to help them feel more empowered & effective in their life.
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Authentic Becoming: Therapist & Authenticity Coach
MA
Verified Verified
3001 Bern  (Online Only)
Do you often miss your True Authentic Self? In other words, do you struggle to make own decisions because you fear judgment or hate upsetting others? Do you feel like you sometimes stand in your own way of living your potentials? Do you want to take your life and life time very seriously, yet, feel stuck and don't know how to actually manifest your visions and calling into reality?
Do you often miss your True Authentic Self? In other words, do you struggle to make own decisions because you fear judgment or hate upsetting others? Do you feel like you sometimes stand in your own way of living your potentials? Do you want to take your life and life time very seriously, yet, feel stuck and don't know how to actually manifest your visions and calling into reality?
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Natalia Braun
MSc
Verified Verified
3000 Bern  (Online Only)
“Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Sigmund Freud. I would like to invite you to a safe space of a co-created relationship, where you can talk without being judged, make meaning of what you have been going through, and co-discover this meaning in free association. I am trained in contemporary psychoanalysis, gestalt and expressive arts therapies as well as crisis interventions.
“Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Sigmund Freud. I would like to invite you to a safe space of a co-created relationship, where you can talk without being judged, make meaning of what you have been going through, and co-discover this meaning in free association. I am trained in contemporary psychoanalysis, gestalt and expressive arts therapies as well as crisis interventions.
078 910... Reveal Number
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Laura L. Stryker
Psychotherapist, MA, ASP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
Hello, I'm Laura and a qualified Psychotherapist and Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in Transactional Analysis (CTA-P), living in Geneva. I work with individuals (17 to 50), couples and groups. I trained in London and now incorporate other therapeutic modalities like Imago Couples Therapy, Gestalt and Mindfulness. I became a therapist after experiencing my own personal therapy as life changing. I wish to help others in the same way. Investing in yourself can become your greatest gift. In our work together, you will be supported in making the life changes you long desire.
Hello, I'm Laura and a qualified Psychotherapist and Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in Transactional Analysis (CTA-P), living in Geneva. I work with individuals (17 to 50), couples and groups. I trained in London and now incorporate other therapeutic modalities like Imago Couples Therapy, Gestalt and Mindfulness. I became a therapist after experiencing my own personal therapy as life changing. I wish to help others in the same way. Investing in yourself can become your greatest gift. In our work together, you will be supported in making the life changes you long desire.
079 694... Reveal Number
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Martina Leavy
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
I am SGfB registered counsellor. I work with young people 15+, with adults and with couples. I see clients struggling with depression/anxiety and addiction as well as with those who desire change or growth.
I am SGfB registered counsellor. I work with young people 15+, with adults and with couples. I see clients struggling with depression/anxiety and addiction as well as with those who desire change or growth.
076 360... Reveal Number
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Dora Darabos
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
I support and guide you through your unique journey, helping you address your needs, fears, discomfort, and worries. I am a Swiss recognized Psychologist working at the Institute of Modern Psychology in Basel. I offer psychological counseling to adolescents and adults in English and Croatian (Bosnian, Serbian, Montenegrin). I use my Clinical Psychology expertise to customize evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other challenges. My background in Organizational Psychology and corporate world provides valuable insights on how to tackle workplace stress, conflicts, and career transitions.
I support and guide you through your unique journey, helping you address your needs, fears, discomfort, and worries. I am a Swiss recognized Psychologist working at the Institute of Modern Psychology in Basel. I offer psychological counseling to adolescents and adults in English and Croatian (Bosnian, Serbian, Montenegrin). I use my Clinical Psychology expertise to customize evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other challenges. My background in Organizational Psychology and corporate world provides valuable insights on how to tackle workplace stress, conflicts, and career transitions.
061 322... Reveal Number
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Artful Retreats
MSc
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
The protective power of arts in health and mental health has been with us for millennia and today is evidence based. Daily life's emotional demands often go unnoticed and coping with anger, fear and sadness is socially accepted to happen in silence. Nourishing and protecting our mental health can get easily neglected. Although family and friends can play a wonderful supportive role in times of need they may not be enough in times of crisis. Making the choice to look after our mental health is our first step to personal growth. Making art is creative and fun. Being part of a supportive and safe group is therapeutic.
The protective power of arts in health and mental health has been with us for millennia and today is evidence based. Daily life's emotional demands often go unnoticed and coping with anger, fear and sadness is socially accepted to happen in silence. Nourishing and protecting our mental health can get easily neglected. Although family and friends can play a wonderful supportive role in times of need they may not be enough in times of crisis. Making the choice to look after our mental health is our first step to personal growth. Making art is creative and fun. Being part of a supportive and safe group is therapeutic.
079 600... Reveal Number
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Psychologist/Couple Therapy/CBT Psychotherapy
Dr.phil.
Verified Verified
3000 Bern  (Online Only)
Hi. I am a Psychologist, Relationship counselor/ Marital Counselor, Family Therapist, Trauma therapist and Dementia therapist. I am also a Cross-Cultural Psychological Psychotherapist. I hold a doctorate in Psychology and PhD in Psychology of Dementia. I also hold a UK Cognitive Behavioral Diploma (CBT). My work experience is with patients experiencing: emotional problems including: traumatic events, anxiety, depression, death and dying and dementia. My psychological-psychotherapy work experience also covers : couple therapy, reproductive and sex therapy, teenage counseling and racial-related/Cross-Cultural issues.
Hi. I am a Psychologist, Relationship counselor/ Marital Counselor, Family Therapist, Trauma therapist and Dementia therapist. I am also a Cross-Cultural Psychological Psychotherapist. I hold a doctorate in Psychology and PhD in Psychology of Dementia. I also hold a UK Cognitive Behavioral Diploma (CBT). My work experience is with patients experiencing: emotional problems including: traumatic events, anxiety, depression, death and dying and dementia. My psychological-psychotherapy work experience also covers : couple therapy, reproductive and sex therapy, teenage counseling and racial-related/Cross-Cultural issues.
078 422... Reveal Number
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Anastasiia Avazashvili
Psychologist, MA Psyc, FSP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern  (Online Only)
With a global perspective, I specialize in providing support worldwide, offering culturally sensitive and tailored counseling services to diverse populations. Swiss-based, compassionate, and solution-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience. Fluent in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian, I am a member of FSP, AGPsy, and ASCA (Switzerland).
With a global perspective, I specialize in providing support worldwide, offering culturally sensitive and tailored counseling services to diverse populations. Swiss-based, compassionate, and solution-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience. Fluent in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian, I am a member of FSP, AGPsy, and ASCA (Switzerland).
078 926... Reveal Number
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Fiann Coombs
Psychotherapist, ECP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
I am a BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist with experience of working for the NHS as an honorary psychotherapist and also in private practice in London and Switzerland. I offer open-ended and short-term therapy both in person and online.
I am a BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist with experience of working for the NHS as an honorary psychotherapist and also in private practice in London and Switzerland. I offer open-ended and short-term therapy both in person and online.
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