Stefanie

Stefanie Behrendt

Therapeutic Counselor

“I offer integrative Gestalt-based therapy tailored to your unique needs. My approach also addresses socio-political topics like feminism as well as climate & social justice for a holistic, socially conscious experience.”

About Me

***In person sessions in Berlin (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Online appointments also available.*** I believe in creating a warm, light, and non-judgmental space where you can embark on a journey of self-discovery. My integrative approach combines humanistic, body-oriented, systemic, and behavioral therapy methods, tailored to your unique needs. I’m passionate about including societal issues such as feminism, anti-racism, and climate justice in my work because I believe that what happens on a collective level can deeply impact how we feel as individuals. I grew up in Southern Germany and spent much of my twenties abroad. My diverse experiences—from working in the business world to transitioning into therapy—have shaped who I am today. These experiences allow me to understand and connect with people from various backgrounds, helping you feel truly seen and heard.

Approach

Every person is unique, that's why I adapt the methods I use to your individual needs and preferences. I aim to create a space where you truly feel seen and feel comfortable to completely open up. With this as a foundation we then explore together what works best for you. In some sessions this may be pure talk therapy, in others we may use elements from Gestalt therapy such as role play, or mindfulness exercises that incorporate the body. You decide what feels right for you. In coaching, we focus on specific goals and work toward them in a structured way. In therapy, we explore past and present life events, usually over a longer period, to support deep and lasting change. During our initial consultation, we’ll determine which path is right for you.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

My clients often seek therapy with a variety of concerns, including: • Navigating stressful life situations (relationship issues, breakups, job loss,...) • Coping with depression, stress, and anxiety • Seeking clarity and understanding of personal behaviors and patterns • Addressing unresolved childhood experiences • Improving relationships and learning how to set healthy boundaries • Navigating work stress and unhealthy workplace environments • Facing challenges related to cultural identity and integration • Addressing Climate Anxiety, Eco Distress, and Climate Grief I offer a sliding scale with reduced rates for those with lower incomes. If you're in a position to pay more, your contribution helps make therapy accessible to others in need. Please reach out if you’d like to discuss these options. Book a free 20-minute discovery call 👉 https://my.meetergo.com/stefaniebehrendt/free-phone-call For more about me and my work, visit 👉 www.stefanie-behrendt.com

Services Offered:

  • Climate Grief Support

    Distress, anxiety, or mourning related to environmental destruction and climate change, sometimes called eco-anxiety or ecological grief.

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Integrative Psychotherapy

    An approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models, tailored to the individual, rather than following a single method.

Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Career Issues

    Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.

  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Relocation / Expat

    The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

    Learn more about Online Therapy
  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Climate Grief

    Distress, anxiety, or mourning related to environmental destruction and climate change, sometimes called eco-anxiety or ecological grief.

Professional Title:

  • Therapeutic Counselor

    A counselor providing therapeutic support to help clients work through emotional and psychological difficulties.

Credentials

Registrations

Gesundheitsamt Berlin-Lichtenberg

Erlaubnis Zur Heilkunde Beschränkt Auf das Gebiet der Psychotherapie

Qualifications

Institut Für Mediative Kommunikation Und Diversity-Kompetenz

Institut Für Mediative Kommunikation Und Diversity-Kompetenz

Gesundheitsamt

Service Areas

Practice for Therapy and Coaching

In-person & Online

Berlin, Berlin

Germany

Berlin, Germany