About me

Welcome

My decision to become a couples and sex therapist is rooted in the deep belief that healthy, fulfilling relationships are the foundation of our personal well-being and happiness. In a world often shaped by uncertainty and shifting social norms, I want to help people better understand their emotional and sexual needs, so they can create relationships that feel nourishing and meaningful.

I see it as my role to provide a safe and compassionate space where couples and individuals can openly explore their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities—allowing them to discover new ways to experience closeness and intimacy.


Born in 1981, I have been living in Düsseldorf with my family since 2018. Before that, I spent 16 years in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore, where I was deeply involved in the expat community. During this time, I had the privilege of supporting parents and families from over 50 nationalities as they navigated daily life in unfamiliar cultures and managed the challenges of multilingualism as couples and with their children.

These experiences not only deepened my appreciation and understanding of intercultural diversity but also provided me with valuable insights into a wide range of relationships and family dynamics. This knowledge greatly enriches my work as a relationship therapist, allowing me to support individuals and couples with warmth, sensitivity, and a broad cultural perspective.

I have been fortunate to receive my training and continuing education from internationally renowned experts in couples, sex, and psychotherapy. These experiences have shaped my therapeutic approach and deepened my understanding of relational and sexual dynamics.

Some of the key training programs I have completed include:

  • Treating Extra-Marital Affairs | Dr. David Schnarch | Crucible Institute | Evergreen
  • Clinical Training for Professionals | Esther Perel | Ongoing Online | New York
  • Couples Therapy Level 1 | Dr. John Gottman | The Gottman Institute | Seattle
  • Systemic Sex Therapy | Dr. Ulrich Clement | IGST | Heidelberg
  • Female Desire in Sex Therapy | Dr. Angelika Eck | IGST | Heidelberg
  • Sexual Counseling | Dr. Anette Schwarte | Praxis für Sexualität | Aachen

These specialised trainings allow me to offer my clients a compassionate, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive approach to intimacy, relationships, and personal growth.

How I Support You

In my work, I take a holistic approach that integrates the body, mind, and soul. My fundamental perspective is based on systemic thinking. This means that I view behavior in the context of interactions within the system—the world around us. I am convinced that every situation can be changed and that the solutions (as there is always more than just one) already exist within each person. I see it as my task to help make them visible.

My consultations are characterised by precise questioning, knowledge sharing, relaxation techniques, and the introduction of body exercises for practice at home.

Qualifications

Systemic Sex Therapy (IGST)
Internationale Gesellschaft für Systemische Therapie | Heidelberg I Ulrich Clement und Angelika Eck

Systemic Counselling and Therapy, Family Therapy  (DGSF)
Wissenschaftliches Institut für Psychologie und Organisationsberatung  I Bonn
Kaiserswerther Seminare | Düsseldorf
 
Systemic Couples Therapy  (DGSF )
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Therapie, Familientherapie und Beratung

Sexual Counselling (DGfS)
Praxis für Sexualtherapie Dr. med. Annette Schwarte | Aachen

Diplom – Sozialpädagogik (Equivalent to M.A. Social Work)
Fachhochschule Düsseldorf

Professional Experience

Private Practice for Systemic Counseling and Therapy (since 2019)
Couples and Sex Therapy, Mindfulness Coaching | Düsseldorf, Hilden, Online

Outpatient Educational Support
Family Therapist | Düsseldorf

Advitam Health Center
Couples and Sex Therapy | Düsseldorf

Counseling Center
Specialist in the Prevention of Sexualized Violence | Langenfeld

Sino European International Private School
Co-Founder & Education Director | Shanghai

Shanghai Racquet Club & Apartments | ING Real Estate
Child Care Center Manager | Shanghai

German School Shanghai, German Swiss International School Hong Kong, Julia Gabriel Centre Singapore
Social Pedagogue | Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore

Further Training (Excerpt)

Treating Extra Marital Affairs | Dr. David Schnarch  | Crucible Institute | Evergreen

Clinical Training for Professionals | Ester Perel | fortlaufend online I New York 

Couples Therapy Level 1 | Dr. John Gottman | The Gottman Institute | Seattle ​

LGBTQIA+ Arbeiten mit der Vielfalt | Karina Kehlet Lins

Traumatherapie | Universitätsklinikum Ulm

Prävention von sexuellem Kindesmissbrauch | Universitätsklinikum Ulm

Weibliche Lust in der Sexualtherapie | Dr. Angelika Eck

Klinische Sexologie und Sexocorporel | Dr. Karolin Bischof

“Dann kannst du tun mit mir, was ich will”  Ein differenzierungsorientierter Blick auf Paare und ihre sexuellen Probleme | Berit Brockhausen

BDSM in der Psychotherapie | Karina Kehlet Lins 

Are you interested in systemic counselling or therapy to gain ease in relationships and intimacy – and to integrate mindfulness into your life?

Then you’ve come to the right place!

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