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Psychological Psychotherapist (CBT) Sally Schulze
It’s wonderful that you’ve found your way to our page for psychological support in Hamburg. I understand what it feels like to be far from home. Life as an expat holds so many wonderful experiences, but it can also be a rollercoaster of emotions. The longing for family and friends, the challenge of finding your way in a new culture – even if Hamburg is very German, it is still different from your home – and that feeling of having one foot in two worlds – all of that can really take a toll. Especially when the silence sets in, homesickness can become overwhelming and the feeling of being uprooted can arise. You are not alone in this.
As an online psychologist, I understand the very specific difficulties that await you as a German abroad (or someone who has moved to a new city). It's often not just the obvious things like cultural differences (e.g. compared to North Germans if you come from Southern Germany) or language barriers (even if German is your mother tongue, dialects or the "Hamburg slang" can be a challenge). It's the subtle nuances, the small misunderstandings that keep popping up in everyday life, and that feeling of identity loss that's so hard to grasp and put into words. I know how exhausting that can be.
My goal here is to show you both local resources in Hamburg that can help you, and to introduce you to my online counseling. This is specifically designed to support you as a German in "abroad" (or in a new, unfamiliar environment) – 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 also take time for yourself? The answer is: Yes! As a speaker, expert and entrepreneur, I am 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 here: Practise what you preach. So you will not only 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 here on the right, I am enjoying the sun and the fresh sea breeze. That's how I recharge my batteries and then start all over again.
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.
In our collaboration, a trusting relationship is particularly important to me. Your experiences as a German abroad or as someone who has moved to Hamburg deserve special attention and understanding, because life between "home" and a new environment brings unique challenges.
For in-person appointments in Hamburg, there are several psychologists who can provide you with professional support:
M.Sc. Julia Kuchar
Psychologische Psychotherapeutin
PZH Psychotherapeutisches Zentrum Hamburg
Große Bleichen 12-14
20354 Hamburg
Prof. Dr. med. Thorsten Kienast, MBA
Psychotherapeut und Psychiater
Poststrasse 3
20354 Hamburg
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 environment – when the language sounds familiar, but the social codes are different and sometimes you 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 questions occupy you, or homesickness burdens you – together we will find ways for you to not only survive in Hamburg, 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 e-mail. I look forward to getting to know you and finding a way together for you to not only survive in Hamburg, but to really arrive.
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