Contact
e anja@emotion-leipzig.de
t +49 175 – 553 7464
a Könneritzstraße 46, 04229 Leipzig (Tram 1 or 2, stop Stieglitzstraße)
Next closing times: 02.03.2026 – 27.03.2026
Consultation hours: Monday to Friday by appointment.
Phone enquiries: Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm.
Please understand that I may not always be able to answer calls immediately. Feel free to leave a message or briefly let me know your concern via WhatsApp, Signal, or email, including a request for a callback. I will get back to you as soon as possible during phone consultation hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
This section contains answers to frequently asked questions to help clients quickly and easily find the information they need.
Who is counselling for?
Counselling can be helpful in many life situations, for example:
- Understanding and processing difficult emotions such as grief, anger, anxiety, guilt, or shame
- Conflicts at work, within teams, with managers, or in relationships and family life
- Life changes and transitions such as relocation, career change, becoming a parent, midlife, or menopause
- Managing stress, overwhelm, and burnout prevention
- Personal growth, building self-esteem, and strengthening self-confidence
In short:
Counselling is for anyone seeking support with emotional challenges, life transitions, or personal development, whether you need short-term guidance or longer-term support.
What should I say when booking an initial consultation call?
Not sure where to start? That’s completely okay.
You can simply say something like: “I’m not exactly sure what I need help with. I just haven’t been feeling quite right lately.”
And that’s more than enough.
If you already know what you’d like support with, feel free to share a few details in advance.
There’s nothing you need to prepare. You don’t have to explain everything or find the “right words.” It’s enough to say that you’re looking for support — even if you’re not yet sure for what.
Whether you have a vague feeling or a clear concern, we’ll explore together where you are right now and what you need.
What can I expect in the first full session?
We talk about what brings you here, what’s currently on your mind, and what you hope to gain from counselling. It’s a space to arrive, share at your own pace, and get a feel for how I work.
We also clarify practical details and the framework of our work together. This helps you understand my approach — and helps me understand your needs.
At the end, you can calmly decide whether you’d like to continue with further sessions. What matters most is that you feel comfortable, safe, and well supported.
For outdoor (Walk & Talk) sessions
The first meeting takes place in my practice room.
We use this time to discuss everything important for working outdoors, such as walking pace, fitness level, suitable routes, confidentiality, allergies, or any individual needs.
How long does this kind of emotional work take?
It depends very much on your individual situation, your goals, and your personal pace.
Coaching or short-term counselling is often solution-focused. Sometimes just a few sessions are enough to gain clarity or plan next steps.
Therapeutic counselling tends to go deeper and may take place over several weeks or months.
Many clients attend around 6–10 sessions. Some gain new perspectives after just one or two conversations, while others prefer longer-term support. In my practice, we usually work together for up to one year at most. During this time, we regularly reflect together on what feels helpful and adjust the frequency to your needs.
After that, I often recommend taking a break so you can integrate what you’ve learned into everyday life with the goal of feeling confident and independent in handling your emotions and needs long term.
Can I stop the sessions at any time?
Yes. You always decide how long you would like to continue counselling.
Open communication about how you’re feeling and what you need is welcome at any time. We shape the sessions together so they fit you and your current situation.
You can stop at any point, cancel future appointments, or take a break whenever you feel you’ve gained enough clarity or stability.
Counselling is meant to support you, not create pressure or obligation.
Are there any side effects or difficult phases during counselling?
This kind of emotional work can lead to meaningful and lasting changes in how you think, feel, and relate to yourself. Many people experience this process as relieving, clarifying, and empowering.
At the same time, personal growth isn’t always linear. When we explore difficult experiences or long-standing patterns, things can sometimes feel more intense before they feel lighter.
This is a normal part of the process.
At times, you may notice for example:
- stronger emotions or emotional tension
- temporary uncertainty or self-doubt
- becoming more aware of fears before they gradually ease
- changes in relationships or behaviour
- the feeling that certain topics become more present before they improve
I will support you carefully and at your own pace throughout the process. You always decide how deep we go and what feels right for you.
What’s the difference between counselling / therapy and coaching?
The main differences between counselling / therapy and coaching are purpose, duration, and depth of support:
- Counselling / Therapy: In-depth, ongoing support focusing on emotional processes, self-awareness, and personal development. Counselling helps you understand old patterns, overcome emotional blocks, and find lasting, self-directed solutions.
- Coaching: Often goal-oriented and focused on personal or professional development, performance, and motivation. Coaching provides practical strategies and support to achieve specific goals. Usually short-term and solution-focused, addressing specific questions or decisions. The goal is to gain clarity and plan next steps.
In my practice, I combine elements of these approaches depending on what is most suitable for you and always person-centered, empathetic, and tailored to your individual needs.
How does therapy differ online, outdoors, or in the practice?
In the Practice (Indoor)
A protected, quiet space with minimal distractions — ideal for focused reflection and exploring your inner world.
Outdoor (Walk & Talk)
Walking while talking often helps thoughts flow more easily. Many people find walking relaxing and less “confrontational” than sitting face-to-face. Nature, fresh air, and movement support better emotional awareness and can help break stuck patterns.
This format is particularly suitable if you feel more comfortable outdoors or enjoy moving while talking.
Online
Online sessions offer maximum flexibility. You can join from home, on the go, or even abroad — and save travel time.
Therapeutic work is just as effective as in-person sessions. I pay close attention to your feedback and body language to stay fully connected, even through the screen. If the connection drops, we continue easily by phone.
What is the difference between Behavioural Therapy and Person-Centred Therapy?
Both approaches can be very helpful, but they differ in how they work.
Behavioral therapy is often technique- and exercise-based, with a more structured, guided approach. It uses specific techniques, exercises, or “homework” to target particular thoughts or behaviors — for example, anxiety or habits. The therapist takes a more instructive role.
Person-centered therapy focuses on the therapeutic relationship, empathy, and genuine understanding.
Instead of “training” new behaviors, this approach supports change from the inside out by exploring your feelings, needs, and inner processes together. You discover solutions that truly fit you, at your own pace.
In my practice, I emphasize this person-centered, supportive approach, while occasionally integrating structured or solution-focused elements when helpful, depending on your individual needs.
What to do in an emotional emergency?
I cannot provide immediate phone emergency support, but I do keep a few appointments available for prompt scheduling within 1-3 days.
If you have an urgent need to talk, feel free to contact the Samaritans telephone counselling service anonymously and around the clock via +49 116 123 (free of charge from any phone).
**Please note that the services listed below may only offer immediate suport in German**
Other contact points:
Clinic and Polyclinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy University of Leipzig
Phone: 0341-97 24 304 / 0341-97 24 500
Social Psychiatric Service, St. Georg Hospital
Phone: 0341-99990000 (Mon-Fri from 8 AM to 7 PM)
Parent’s Helpline (Mon, Wed, Fri from 9 AM to 5 PM, Tue & Thu from 9 AM to 7 PM)
Phone: 0800-1110550
Pregnant Women in Crisis (24/7)
Phone: 0800-4040020
How much do sessions cost, and does health insurance cover them?
60-minute session in the practice or online: €120
75-minute outdoor session (Walk & Talk) in the nearby park: €150
Students/trainees: 50 €/hour.
These costs are considered a private investment in your emotional health and personal wellbeing. As I work in a private practice, sessions are not covered by public health insurance.
How can I pay?
With debit oder credit card or via bank transfer. I cannot accept cash.
What happens if I have to cancel an appointment?
Life happens. It’s completely understandable if you need to cancel. Please let me know as early as possible so we can reschedule your session.
Cancellation policy:
- Up to 48 hours in advance: free of charge, flexible rescheduling
- 48–24 hours in advance: 50% of the session fee
- Less than 24 hours in advance: full session fee
If I need to cancel a session, there are no costs for you, and we will arrange a new appointment together.