{"id":698,"date":"2026-08-22T18:21:43","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T16:21:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/?page_id=698"},"modified":"2026-08-24T14:04:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T12:04:06","slug":"psychotherapy-in-english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/en\/psychotherapy-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychotherapy in English"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">Welcome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">I offer psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts or behaviours, relationship difficulties, addiction, and other psychological difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">In therapy, I focus on the difficulties and needs that are most relevant at the time. Together, we work towards a better understanding of the underlying patterns and develop practical ways of creating change and coping with difficulties in everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">A particular focus of my work is psychotherapy for people experiencing problems related to alcohol or other substance use. Addiction does not have to be the main focus of therapy. Treatment can equally focus on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or other psychological concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-ext-preset--group--natural-1--section ext-animate--on has-background-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8870cb56 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1 ext-animate--on has-tertiary-background-color has-background is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1--2\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide ext-animate--on is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-06ef0e0b wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ext-animate--on has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-203b991b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">psychotherapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">I provide cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for adults. Treatment is tailored to each person&#8217;s individual situation, needs, and therapeutic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Within the German statutory health insurance system (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung), I am able to provide psychotherapy for people experiencing substance-use problemsFbwh. The addiction itself does not have to be the primary focus of treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sessel-2-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-342 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1 ext-animate--on has-tertiary-background-color has-background is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1--3\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Diagnostik-1-1024x819.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-341 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide ext-animate--on is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-06ef0e0b wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ext-animate--on has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-203b991b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">other services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to classical psychotherapy, I also offer online therapy, psychological assessment (e.g. ADHD) and psychological consultations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1 ext-animate--on has-tertiary-background-color has-background is-style-ext-preset--media-text--natural-1--card-1--4\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide ext-animate--on is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-06ef0e0b wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ext-animate--on has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-203b991b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading ext-animate--on\">costs and insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">For people covered by German statutory health insurance who are experiencing substance-use problems, psychotherapy can be billed directly to statutory health insurance. In this case, there are no additional treatment costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Private health insurance will often cover psychotherapy in full or in part, depending on the individual insurance plan. It is advisable to check the conditions with the insurance provider before starting treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Psychotherapy can also be paid for privately. In this case, approval from an insurance provider is not required. Fees are discussed transparently before treatment begins.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kreis-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-328 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light ext-animate--on is-style-ext-preset--image--organic-1--image-1--content-left is-style-ext-preset--image--organic-1--image-1--content-left--5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1268\" height=\"1241\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-757 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1.png 1268w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1-300x294.png 300w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1-1024x1002.png 1024w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1-768x752.png 768w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PraxisbildLGBTQ-edited-1-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1268px) 100vw, 1268px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#c2a389\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center ext-animate--on\"><strong><strong>LGBTQIA+ friendly practice<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">My practice offers a safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ and queer people. Therapy can include topics related to identity, relationships and sexuality, as well as any other psychological concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion ext-animate--on is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-6&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading has-icon has-icon-right\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-6\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">about me<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-6\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns ext-animate--on is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-e35d3e13 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large ext-animate--on\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"579\" height=\"1024\" fetchpriority=\"low\" src=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-579x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-579x1024.png 579w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-170x300.png 170w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-7x12.png 7w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-768x1357.png 768w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka-869x1536.png 869w, https:\/\/psychologie-und-psychotherapie.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dr.Sleczka.png 943w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 579px) 100vw, 579px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">I am a licensed psychological psychotherapist specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">My clinical work focuses on the treatment of adults with a wide range of psychological difficulties, including depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship difficulties, and addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A particular focus of my work is psychotherapy for people experiencing substance-use problems and behavioural addictions. <\/strong>My background in both clinical practice and addiction research allows me to integrate current scientific knowledge with an individual and practical approach to therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Addiction does not necessarily have to be the main reason for seeking psychotherapy. Treatment is guided by the difficulties, needs, and goals that are most relevant to each individual person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ext-animate--on wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside my clinical work, I am involved in university teaching and research in psychology and psychotherapy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome I offer psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts or behaviours, relationship difficulties, addiction, and other psychological difficulties. In therapy, I focus on the difficulties and needs that are most relevant at the time. 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