Psychotherapy for fears and anxiety disorders
Psychotherapy for fears and anxiety disorders with hypnotherapy and Hypnobalancing™ in Berlin
Experienced therapist for fears and anxiety disorders in Berlin
Are fears and anxiety holding you back? As an experienced therapist specializing in anxiety disorders, I provide professional psychotherapy in Berlin to help you regain control and find lasting relief.
Unexpected Paths: From Business to Therapy
A Journey Shaped by Experience
People often know me for my expertise in helping individuals communicate convincingly in conversations and presentations. However, for over two decades, I have also quietly offered psychotherapeutic support for anxiety disorders—initially an insider tip, now an integral part of my work.
What began as assistance for individuals suffering from severe stage fright evolved into a deep engagement with anxiety disorders. Through referrals and word of mouth, I gained extensive experience in this field. The challenge was finding space for this calling alongside my primary professional activities, given the finite number of hours in a week.
An Unforeseen Calling
If you had told me before the turn of the millennium that I would one day work as a therapist, I wouldn’t have believed it. My academic journey started in engineering, followed by business studies that led me into the corporate world. Life, however, often unfolds in unexpected ways.
Since childhood, I have been fascinated by hypnosis. At 16, a book on self-hypnosis sparked my curiosity, leading me to explore the potential beyond deep relaxation. I quickly realized its vast applications for focus, learning, career growth, and overcoming personal challenges. Throughout my years as a manager and consultant, self-hypnosis became an invaluable tool in navigating the complexities of leadership and decision-making.
Bridging Disciplines: From Business to Therapy
In all my professional roles, I have prioritized understanding people. Beyond traditional management training, I sought knowledge from diverse fields. Over time, I completed various certifications and training in psychotherapy, expanding my ability to support individuals on a deeper level.
Since 1998, I have been helping people not only to present themselves confidently but also to address fundamental personal challenges, often rooted in fear and self-limiting beliefs. When coaching intersects with deep-seated emotional patterns, therapy becomes the natural next step. Recognizing this, I pursued formal licensure in psychotherapy to provide structured and effective support.
A Pragmatic Approach with Lasting Impact
My focus on practical, solution-oriented therapy has yielded remarkable results. Word of these successes spread quickly, leading to a growing demand for my approach. In the treatment of anxiety disorders, I have witnessed how highly effective pragmatic, practice-based methods can be.
This work has been a fulfilling part of my life for nearly 20 years. The progress and positive transformations I see in my clients inspire me to continue making a meaningful impact. Helping people regain confidence, overcome fears, and take charge of their lives remains one of my most rewarding endeavors.
If my approach resonates with you, I would love to hear from you. Together, we can explore how to move forward with confidence and clarity.
Therapist
I have permission for the professional practice psychotherapy according to the Heilpraktikergesetz. The HPG-Erlaubnisbehörde is the Bezirksamt Tempelhof vom Berlin.
My therapeutic background is characterized by numerous further education and various experiences. In addition to hypnotherapy, the goal-oriented elements of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), Provocative Therapy, Hypnobalancing ™, systemic counseling, and therapy, Energetische Psychotherapie, Process Moderation, Solution-Focused Short-Term Therapy, and other methods that benefit change and development processes are in my toolbox. I also use various relaxation techniques such as Progressive Muscle Relaxation and Autogenic Training.
Hypnotherapist
- Certified Hypnotherapist (ngh)
- Instructor Hypnotherapy (IFHB)
- Board Certified Hypnotherapist (IFHB)
- 5-PATH™ Hypnosis
- 7-Path™ Self-Hypnosis-Teacher
- Clinical hypnotherapy (ngh)
- Instructor Autogenic Training
- Co-founder Institut für die Förderung von Hypnoseanwendungen Berlin
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Typical topics of psychotherapy sessions
The most common psychotherapeutic issues in my practice are:
- Panic disorders
- Generalized anxiety disorders
- Phobias
- Agoraphobia
- Social Phobias
- Specific phobias
- Erythrophobia
- Claustrophobia
- Emetophobia
- Fear of public speaking (Glossophobia)
- Fear of flying
- Paruresis
- Performance anxiety
- Fear of animals (Zoophobia)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder
- Stress-related disorders
- Therapeutic help for people suffering from narcissists
Contraindications of hypnotherapy
Patient characteristics might contraindicate the use of hypnosis. This is a controversial subject. Different experts have varying opinions about the appropriate uses of hypnosis. I tend to be more conservative than some others.
It is not a good idea to try to induce hypnosis in a patient who does not want it. One should not use hypnosis to try to achieve goals other than the patient’s wishes. Generally, it would be difficult to use hypnosis in this way.
There are a number of specific patients who I might feel would benefit more from another type of psychotherapeutic intervention. Hypnotherapy is one of a number of psychotherapeutic treatment techniques. The person doing the hypnosis should first be a well-rounded expert with knowledge of diagnosis and treatment.
When evaluating a patient for potential hypnosis, it is important to consider possible contraindications, including the emotional state of the patient and the desired outcome. Cooperation is an essential element for effective hypnosis. If an individual is uncooperative or hostile, hypnosis may not be the best treatment option. Additionally, some patients will not be able to be hypnotized due to brain trauma or cognitive deficits. In these cases, hypnosis is contraindicated.
Examples
Contraindications for or cases in which hypnosis, hypnotherapy, and Hypnobalancing™ aren’t recommended:
- Psychosis
Perhaps the most important concern is that hypnosis could exacerbate a pre-existing psychosis. Therefore, hypnosis is contraindicated for a patient displaying signs of psychosis. - Bipolar Disorder
- Brain Injury
- Seizure Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Tourette’s Syndrome
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Alcoholism or another drug addiction
- Autism
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoia
- Borderline Personality Disorder
For patients with a borderline personality disorder or dependent personality disorder, there is a risk that the patient will want to form intense or inappropriate relationships or interactions with the practitioner.
I don’t work with patients when there is such a kind of contraindication.
Are you not sure?
Before you make your reservation ask your medical doctor. This is especially important when you get medical treatment.
1. Claim on your insurance
Certain private healthcare insurance policies may cover part or all of the cost of your treatment. Simply call up your insurance provider directly for details. Ask them this kind of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy is a covered service.
2. How many sessions will I need?
The answer depends on many factors. Most clients can answer that themselves after the second session. Everyone is different. Some people only need two or three sessions to see the change they desire, others may need seven or eight sessions. It depends on the person, their personal history, motivation, and the way they process information. My average client see’s me between three and six sessions.
3. How long is the first appointment?
The first appointment is longer than most others, and it is usually around 90 minutes. The other appointments will be usually 60 minutes.
4. I have a very busy schedule, are your hours flexible?
Some clients ask; “I need an earlier or later appointment, is that possible?” Yes, we can arrange that. If you require an appointment outside our opening hours then please contact me.
Officially I work from Monday till Thursday from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. Sessions at other times and from Friday till Sunday or on bank holidays plus 30 %.
5. Do you charge for missed sessions?
Yes, I charge for missed sessions. Sessions need to be regarded with priority from both participants to be of lasting value. Late cancellations and no-shows are not respectful to the therapist’s time, result in decreased treatment effectiveness, and deprive other patients.
My cancellation policy is based on years of experience in the field, which of course may differ from how other professionals operate, who may be able to be flexible with cancellations. I can only work effectively with people who value my time and take responsibility for any time set aside.
Full session fees are payable for cancellations made within two full business days (72 hours) of a booking. If you have a reservation for more than 2 hours in a week you can reschedule 14 days in advance.
6. What about confidentiality?
Some clients ask; are the things we talk about kept private?
Yes, everything said during your sessions is held in complete confidence. I will never share information about you with others unless we have to. I have to report risks of suicide, homicide or incidents of child abuse. Because of technical reasons I also can’t guarantee the security of emails or the connections during sessions over the internet.
If a family member asks about your therapy, I will speak to you before talking to them. You decide what or how much we should tell them. And if you don’t want them to know anything, I won’t tell them anything, unless there’s a risk of suicide, homicide or child abuse.
7. Where are you located?
I have my office in the West-City, close to the Zoo Berlin in Berlin-Charlottenburg.
8. I can’t come to your office. Are there any alternatives?
The solution: telephone sessions and video sessions. I would be honored to inform you about the existing possibilities. Here are more details about psychotherapy for anxiety and sessions via telephone or online with video.
Notes
These pages are intended to provide information to those interested in psychotherapy with hypnotherapy. They are neither intended to replace psychotherapy nor a personal consultation, examination or diagnosis by a licensed physician.
I am not a medical doctor. There are no medical diagnoses, no promises of cures or medication. Any necessary medical or psychiatric treatment should never be replaced by psychotherapy and hypnotherapeutic work.
If you have questions about psychotherapy with hypnosis, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am happy to inform you.
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Published: May 20, 2020
Author: Karsten Noack
Revision: May 24, 2020
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