Psychiatrie & Psychotherapie

Typical signs of depression include low mood, loss of motivation, and often physical complaints such as pain or gastrointestinal problems. Feelings of hopelessness, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction, and suicidal thoughts may also occur. Even though those affected often find it difficult to believe that they will ever get better, there are many effective treatment options available.

PTSD can develop after highly stressful events such as accidents, assaults, or disasters. Those affected keep reliving the experience—in their thoughts, feelings, or dreams. They avoid situations that could trigger memories and are often irritable, jumpy, and tense in relationships. Trauma-focused psychotherapy is considered particularly effective; medication and other supportive measures can complement the treatment.

Typical symptoms include inner restlessness, excessive drive, irritability, sleep disturbances, and anxiety. Mania can occur on its own or alternately with depressive phases as part of bipolar disorder. Both forms can be treated effectively, usually with a combination of psychotherapy and medication.

Anxiety disorders can be very incapacitating – for example, fear of being alone, of crowds, or of leaving the house. Today, there are numerous proven treatment approaches available that are tailored to the individual form of anxiety.

Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that repeatedly intrude can place a heavy burden on a person's life. A combination of psychotherapeutic methods and medication can often significantly alleviate compulsions.

Schizophrenia can manifest itself in altered thinking, distorted perceptions, or hallucinations. Those affected sometimes feel influenced or observed. Regular, continuous treatment—including medication—is crucial to promoting stability and quality of life.

Substances such as alcohol, nicotine, or other drugs can quickly lead to addiction. Consumption increasingly dominates life, social contacts and work suffer, and physical damage is a threat. Today, there are effective concepts for treating addiction.

“Where did I put my wallet?” – “What did I want to buy?” Everyone has moments like these. But when concerns arise that this could be the onset of dementia, even everyday forgetfulness quickly becomes alarming.
In my practice, possible causes can be clarified through targeted questions, standardized memory tests, and further examinations. This allows us to determine whether a pathological disorder is actually present and what treatment options are available.

Everyone has their own individual quirks. However, when these lead to constant conflict, anxiety, or hypersensitivity, life can become very stressful. Psychotherapy helps you to understand yourself better and find new ways of dealing with yourself and others.

Some people suffer from physical complaints such as pain or digestive problems for which no organic cause can be found. Mental stress often plays a role—it can trigger or exacerbate symptoms. Treatment focuses on the interaction between body and mind.

The main symptoms are inattention, excessive restlessness, and impulsivity. Anxiety, low self-esteem, or depressive moods are often additional factors. Effective treatment includes psychotherapeutic strategies for coping with everyday life and can be supported by medication if necessary.