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Psychological Psychotherapist (CBT) Sally Schulze
We're so glad you've found your way to our page for psychological support in Dortmund. We understand what it's like to be far from home. Life as an expat holds so many wonderful experiences, but it can also be an emotional rollercoaster. The longing for family and friends, the challenge of finding your feet in a new culture, and that feeling of straddling two worlds – all of this can really take its toll. Even if you've only moved to Dortmund from another part of Germany, the differences can be surprising and challenging. Please know that you are not alone.
As an online psychologist, I understand the very specific difficulties that await you as a German abroad or someone who has relocated to Dortmund. It's often not just the obvious things like the local culture or the dialect. It's the subtle nuances, the small misunderstandings that keep cropping up in everyday life, and that feeling of loss of identity that is so difficult to grasp and put into words. I know how draining that can be.
My goal here is to show you both local resources in Dortmund that can help you, as well as to introduce you to my online counseling. This is specifically designed to support you as a German abroad or a new Dortmunder – no matter where you are right now and what challenges you are facing. Because sometimes you just need someone who really understands your situation and can help you with advice and support.
I keep hearing the question: Sally, do you take time for yourself? The answer is: Yes! As a speaker, expert and entrepreneur, I'm passionate about women's health. But I don't burn out.
I manage to do this by taking care of myself. The following applies to me: Practise what you preach. So you won't just find me at MentalStark, in TED Talks or podcasting. No. You can also find me in Frankfurt cafés, by the lake or on the snowboard. In the picture on the right here, I'm enjoying the sun and the fresh sea breeze. This is how I recharge my batteries and then get back to work.
As a licensed psychological psychotherapist (CBT) and certified fertility counselor (BKiD), I bring more than 3,000 hours of experience in online counseling. My approach is based on appreciation and radical acceptance – I create a safe space where you feel understood and accepted.
A trusting relationship is particularly important to me in our collaboration. Your experiences as a German abroad or as someone who has moved to Dortmund deserve special attention and understanding, because life in a new environment brings unique challenges.
For in-person appointments in Dortmund, there are several psychologists who can provide you with professional support:
Dipl.-Psych. Tanja Pelzer
Psychologische Psychotherapeutin
Staufenstraße 10
44139 Dortmund
Dipl.-Psych. Tanya Dolis
Psychologische Psychotherapeutin
Kreuzstraße 38
44139 Dortmund
As an experienced psychological psychotherapist, I offer you empathetic psychological online counseling. I understand how overwhelming it can be to adapt to a new culture or a new city – when the language sounds foreign (or the dialect is unfamiliar), the social codes are different, and you sometimes can't even explain why you feel so foreign.
In my online counseling, we create a protected space where you can talk about all these feelings in your native language. Whether you feel torn between cultures, identity issues are bothering you, or homesickness is weighing you down – together we will find ways for you to not only survive in Dortmund, but to lead a fulfilling life.
Even if you are in a relationship crisis – perhaps even with a partner from a different cultural background or a different region of Germany – my couples counseling is a valuable support to build cultural bridges and find your way back to each other.
The 20-minute introductory meeting with me is free of charge. Check completely without obligation whether the chemistry is right and ask your open questions. You are also welcome to make appointments by email. I look forward to getting to know you and finding a way together for you to not only survive in Dortmund, but to really arrive.
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