Sometimes life confronts us ...

... with circumstances that seem unsurmountable. Stress and crisis can manifest in, for example, withdrawal, physical malaise, depression, sleep disorders or anxiety. Having such or any other overwhelming symptoms, it is beneficial to receive professional support – I am glad you found your way here.

 

My name is Lis Breitling. I provide psychological counseling, therapy, and crisis intervention for individuals and couples, as well as coaching for adolescents and adults looking for personal and professional growth. I offer these services in English and German, both online and at my private practice in Munich. For in-person sessions, I am available at two different locations: one in the city center and the other in Neuhausen-Nymphenburg.

I offer a 20-minute Q&A session for new clients, free of charge, to answer any questions you might have and determine the best way forward. Feel free to book your Q&A or a full session directly by clicking the "Book Now" button below to access my online calendar. Your booking is confidential and secure.

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If you have any questions before booking, you are welcome to reach me by email at lis@lisbreitling.com or by phone at +49 (0)89 212 56 070.

about

My therapeutic approach is primarily based on humanistic psychology: talk therapy with components of crisis, grief and trauma therapy (SE®), as well as “Inner Child” work and family constellations. For more details on some of my methodological approaches, please check the "Methods" tab in the top right corner. Following are a few examples of problems, issues or concerns I specialize in:

  • Grief and loss (death, divorce/separation, terminal diagnosis)
  • Anxiety and depression, sadness, low mood, and/or lack of motivation and energy
  • Existential questions (e.g. aging, meaning, illness)
  • Life transitions, starting over
  • Stress and Burnout in the workplace or at home
  • Relationship conflicts and distress, communication problems
  • Trauma (shock trauma, developmental trauma, physical and/or emotional abusive experiences)
  • Identity formation (self-concept, self-worth)
  • Personal and professional development (adolescents and adults)

I studied pre-clinical medicine at Ludwig-Maximilians-University in Munich. In addition, I hold a B.A. in Philosophy and Fine Arts from LMU. I completed my psychology training at ZfN in Munich, with extra training in crisis and grief counseling. It goes without saying that I attend professional supervision on a regular basis and undergo further training to stay up to date, currently finishing the last year of a three-year Somatic Experiencing® training program.

I am a non-medical practitioner of psychotherapy licensed in Germany (according to “Heilpraktikergesetz”, Heilpraktikerin, ausschließlich für Psychotherapie) registered with the Department of Health, Munich. Furthermore, it goes without saying that my services and all conversations are treated with utmost professional confidentiality. By law, your health records and information must be kept safe and confidential and I adhere to all legal requirements. I am a member with the following professional organizations:

  • Association of Independent Psychotherapists, HP Psych and Psychological Counselors e.V. (VfP)
  • Somatic Experiencing Germany e.V.
  • Professional Association for Health Services and Public Welfare (Berufsgenossenschaft für Gesundheitsdienst und Wohlfahrtspflege)

Testimonials

"After my brother's suicide, I spent many years in therapy and support groups, but I never truly got over his death. Eventually, I was referred to Ms. Breitling. She listened to me very attentively, and for the first time, I felt like my pain was fully seen and understood. During an exercise, I had a breakthrough experience that finally allowed me to find the peace I had long been searching for. Thank you so much!" (A.M.)

"Thank you so much for your advice and support over the years. I am extremely grateful to have you help me navigate the most difficult time of my life. You were and have continued to be amazing!" (D.B.)