EXPAT COUCH
COUNSELING AND THERAPY
IN YOUR LANGUAGE
ABOUT US
Expat Couch is a network of multicultural practitioners based in Hamburg, who offer psychological counseling and psychotherapy to meet the needs of the international community. The therapists listed here are currently offering services in English, Italian, and German.
Every practitioner comes from a diverse background, bringing together various cultures, languages, and experiences. Every approach creates a warm and inclusive space where differences are celebrated. Embracing diversity allows us to better understand and support the unique needs of each person seeking our guidance.
Please note that providers listed here only accept private pay. Some private insurance companies or add-on insurance plans can reimburse the costs of psychotherapy and counseling. The providers listed in our network are all independent practitioners, please contact them directly for any questions or concerns about payment or specific services.
SERVICE OFFERINGS
PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING
Our services are designed to provide you with the support and guidance you need to overcome life's challenges. Our team of experienced therapists will help you navigate through difficult times and equip you with the tools you need to thrive. We offer specialized counseling services, with expat counselors who understand the unique challenges that come with living abroad.
CHILDREN AND TEENS
We understand that children and teenagers are unique and require specific attention and support when it comes to mental health and emotional well-being. We offer specialized psychological counseling services dedicated to helping kids and teens access their full potential. Our team provides a compassionate and empathetic approach while working collaboratively with families.
INDIVUDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY
Therapy for expats by expats
We offer individual psychotherapy with expert therapists who are passionate about helping you achieve your mental and emotional goals. Our approach ensures that you receive personalized care every step of the way. With therapists who speak multiple languages, we are committed to ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need.
FAMILY THERAPY
We believe that family therapy can be a powerful tool for promoting emotional growth, improving communication, and strengthening relationships. We are committed to providing personalized support and guidance to help you and your loved ones overcome obstacles and build a brighter future together.
COUPLES THERAPY
We understand that every couple is unique and faces different challenges. That's why our couples therapy sessions are tailored to meet the specific needs of each couple. We are used to working with multilingual and multicultural couples. Our therapists work together with you and your partner to address deep-rooted issues and help you build a stronger and more fulfilling relationship.
FOR THERAPISTS
Are you a new therapist in Hamburg? With us, you will find a welcoming community and a range of services to help you establish yourself. Join our supervision group to exchange experiences with like-minded colleagues, or rent one of our comfortable offices to meet with your clients. We’re committed to supporting you in your professional journey.
GET TO KNOW US
ENRICA SAROTTO
I am an Italian psychologist offering counseling services both online and in person for individuals of all ages. Specializing in supporting expatriates during their integration journey into a new country, my background is a Master's degree in Psychology and extensive training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from Italy, along with three years of experience as a Mental Health Counselor in New York. In my sessions, you're encouraged to freely express yourself, explore your thoughts and feelings, and receive empathetic and active listening. My ultimate goal is to provide the necessary support for you to lead a more conscious and authentic life.
MARA CHOW
I am a German-American California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Klinische Psychologin, and Heilpraktikerin (Psychotherapie). I offer sessions to internationals online and in-person in Hamburg, Germany. As a multicultural individual with cross-cultural living experience, I specialize in working with immigrants, expats, intercultural couples and families, and challenges related to cross-cultural living. In our sessions, we will practice healthy coping with difficult feelings, thoughts, and life circumstances, explore your relationship with self and others, and work towards greater self-compassion, understanding, and acceptance.
AMANDA HOFFMANN
I am an American-born licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts and Heilpraktikerin for Psychotherapie in Hamburg, Germany. I offer online and in-person counseling and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults to help them overcome their emotional struggles and live more fulfilling lives. I have a passion for helping people find the balance and peace they need to thrive. Having moved to Germany in 2015 with my German husband and children, I understand firsthand what it means to build a new life as an expat. My personal experience has shaped my approach to therapy, and it's why I'm proud to offer a unique perspective on mental health issues. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, which I utilise in my practice to assist others in achieving their goals.
ANTON DEVRIES
I am an Australian psychologist with education and clinical experience across three continents. I provide counselling online and in-person in Hamburg, as a way past feeling lost, stuck, fearful, overwhelmed. I also lead empowering workshops for youth and adults, indoors and out in nature.
Sessions are safe, private, and free from cultural judgment. My approach centres on shared humanity, drawing together modern Western as well as traditional perspectives, including DBT, hypnosis, and Daoism. Through structured skill development and open-ended exploration of life's meaning, clients slow down anxious thoughts, gain emotional mastery, and find the courage to feel worthy of a good life.
NADJA SADA
I am an Italian psychological counselor licensed to practice psychotherapy as a Heilpraktikerin für Psychotherapie. Growing up between Italy and Germany has provided me with firsthand experience of the challenges of adaptation and migration conflicts. My therapeutic approach blends elements of Gestalt psychotherapy and behavioral therapy, while also being person-centered and emphasizing balance and self-awareness through the integration of Mind-Body-Soul. Moving abroad can feel like learning to walk again—a series of firsts that evoke doubts, fears, anxieties, and uncertainties. Throughout this process, I support you in getting to know and understand yourself better. Change unfolds as you delve into self-discovery and understanding.
GET IN TOUCH
We understand that finding the right therapist can be a challenging process, especially as an expat. That's why we are here to help. To get in touch with us, please fill out the contact form.
Are you a therapist and interested in learning more about being part of Expat Couch? We would love to hear from you!
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