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Area of practice
Depression
Persistent heaviness, loss of drive, loss of meaning — together we find the movements that let the light back in.
Depression isn't sadness. It is a quiet paralysis that drains the colour from everything — even from what you used to love. We work so that the light comes back in, gently and with a plan.
What we look at
- Persistent low mood, often for weeks or months
- Loss of drive — even getting up becomes a task
- Sleep problems (too little or too much)
- Appetite changes, weight loss or gain
- Loss of interest and pleasure — anhedonia
- Negative self-evaluation, guilt, feelings of worthlessness
- Thoughts of death or suicide (please seek immediate professional help for these)
How we work
- 1 Activation — small, manageable steps that bring movement back into the system, even when you feel no energy.
- 2 Thought work — circling, devaluing thoughts are concretely questioned and replaced with more realistic ones.
- 3 Self-compassion — you learn not to punish yourself for states you did not choose.
- 4 Relationships — we look at which social connections carry you and which hollow you out.
- 5 Relapse prevention — we recognise early warning signs and build protective strategies.
Frequent questions
How long does therapy for depression take?
For mild to moderate depression, 16–24 CBT sessions is a realistic frame. For chronic or recurring depression, long-term therapy can make sense.
I have suicidal thoughts. What should I do?
Please call the Berlin Crisis Service immediately (030 390 63 00, 24/7) or the medical on-call service (116 117). If you want to do something immediately, dial 112. Therapy is important, but in acute crises the emergency services are the right place.