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Psychological Psychotherapist (CBT) Sally Schulze
It's wonderful that you've found our page for psychological support in Turku. We truly understand what it's like to be far from home. Expat life holds so many incredible opportunities, but it can also feel like an emotional rollercoaster. The longing for family and friends, the challenge of navigating a new culture, and the feeling of having one foot in two worlds – all of this can really take its toll. Especially as the days grow shorter and Finnish "Sisu" (willpower) is put to the test, homesickness can become overwhelming, and you might feel uprooted. Please know that you are not alone.
As an online psychologist, I understand the unique difficulties that you as an expat face. It's often not just the obvious things like cultural differences or language barriers. It's the subtle nuances, the small misunderstandings that keep cropping up in everyday life, and that feeling of loss of identity that's so hard to grasp and put into words. I know how draining that can be, especially in a city like Turku, where traditions are deeply rooted and adaptation takes time.
My goal here is to show you both local resources in Turku that can help you, and to introduce you to my online counseling services. These are specifically designed to support you as an expat – no matter where you are on your journey or what challenges you're facing. Because sometimes you just need someone who really understands your situation and can support you with advice and practical help.
I often get asked: Sally, do you ever 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. For me, it's all about: Practise what you preach. So you'll find me not only at MentalStark, in TED talks or podcasting. No. You'll also find me in Frankfurt cafes, by the lake or on the snowboard. In the picture here on the right, I'm enjoying the sun and the fresh sea breeze. That's how I recharge my batteries and then get back to it with full energy.
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 an expat deserve special attention and understanding, because life between two cultures brings unique challenges.
For on-site appointments in Turku, there is a German-speaking psychological practice that can support you with professional assistance:
Compass Psychology
Psychological Practice (German-speaking)
Aurakatu 14B
Turku, Finland
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 – when the language sounds foreign, the social codes are different, and sometimes you can't even explain why you feel so out of place.
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 are bothering you, or homesickness is weighing you down – together we will find ways for you to not only survive in Turku, but to lead a fulfilling life. Perhaps you feel particularly touched by Finnish melancholy or miss German directness – all of this is welcome here.
Even if you are in a relationship crisis – perhaps even with a partner from a different cultural background – 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 Turku, but to really arrive.
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