Private Practice for Psychotherapy
ADHD Therapy
for Adults
in Munich
What therapy can achieve
Structure instead of constant struggle.
ADHD cannot be trained away — but how you deal with it certainly can. In cognitive-behavioral therapy at my practice in Munich-Bogenhausen, we develop strategies for planning, focus, and emotion regulation that fit your life. If a confirmed diagnosis is still missing, we will clarify this at the beginning with standardized procedures.
Treatment that goes beyond medication.
Medication can alleviate symptoms, but it does not replace skills. Psychotherapy addresses specific daily challenges — in self-organization, procrastination, sensory processing, and dealing with frustration. Both can be combined effectively; sessions take place in Munich or online.
Structure that holds up even on bad days.
Plan, prioritize, stay on track: We develop routines and external structures that don't depend on daily form or motivation — from managing appointments and to-do lists to realistic time planning.
Moving from intention to action.
Chronic procrastination is not a motivation problem, but a difficulty in starting and switching tasks. In therapy, we work with concrete techniques that facilitate getting started with tasks and interrupting avoidance.
Learning to understand and manage reactions.
Quick frustration, mood swings, and high sensitivity are part of everyday life for many with ADHD. Cognitive-behavioral methods help to recognize triggers earlier and to manage reactions more consciously.
Slowing down the carousel of thoughts.
Persistent inner tension, difficulties with silence, and high sensitivity to stimuli can be treated specifically — with mindfulness and regulation exercises, as well as daily planning that truly allows for recovery.
Staying productive without burning out.
Many adults with ADHD compensate for years — until demands increase or structures disappear. We work on work organization, boundaries, and stress management, especially in demanding positions and in self-employment.
Recognizing misunderstandings as patterns.
Forgetfulness, impulsivity, and fluctuating attention burden partnerships and friendships. In therapy, you develop communication strategies and a relieving approach to recurring conflicts.
Process
Four steps through therapy.
A 50-minute discussion about your concerns, your history, and your goals. We clarify what troubles you most in everyday life and how therapy can address it.
If there is no confirmed diagnosis yet, a psychological assessment follows: standardized attention and working memory tests, questionnaires, and a clinical interview — including a written report. This step is omitted if you have an existing diagnosis.
The focus is on concrete strategies: self-organization, dealing with procrastination, emotional regulation, stimulus processing, and communication. We practice, transfer it to real life, and adapt what doesn't work.
Finally, we secure what works: solidifying routines, preparing for relapse situations, and coordinating with psychiatric treatment if necessary. The intervals between appointments become longer.
Questions & Answers
What clients often ask.
Transparency before the first appointment — an overview of symptoms, indications, methods, duration, and costs of ADHD therapy in Munich. Click on a question to read the detailed answer.
Understanding Adult ADHD
ADHD is a neurobiologically based disorder of self-regulation. In adults, it manifests differently than in children.
Instead of visible fidgeting, the focus is on inner restlessness, concentration problems under pressure, difficulties with planning and prioritization, chronic procrastination, and increased irritability. At the same time, many affected individuals experience phases of extreme concentration (hyperfocus) — usually on topics that truly interest them.
ADD is an outdated term for the form without hyperactivity. Today, both forms are grouped under ADHD.
In current classification systems (ICD-11 / DSM-5), different presentation types are distinguished: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, or combined. In adults — and especially in women — the inattentive form often predominates. This is precisely why it is often recognized late.
Who can benefit from ADHD therapy?
If ADHD symptoms significantly affect your daily life, your job, or your relationships — with or without an existing diagnosis.
Therapy is particularly helpful if you have compensated well for a long time and are now reaching your limits, if medication alone is not enough, or if additional burdens such as exhaustion, depression, or anxiety have arisen.
Yes. What matters is not how well someone functions externally, but how high the internal effort for it is.
Many affected individuals are considered high-functioning and suffer considerably from constant tension, self-doubt, and the feeling of constantly working against themselves. This is precisely where therapy comes in.
Therapy process and methods
After the initial consultation — and if necessary, a diagnostic clarification — we work on concrete daily goals in regular sessions.
The focus is on cognitive-behavioral therapy methods: analysis of typical problem situations, development of structure and planning systems, techniques against procrastination, mindfulness and regulation exercises, as well as work on self-image and self-worth. Between sessions, you practice what you have learned in your daily life.
This depends on the goals and accompanying issues — often several months with weekly or bi-weekly sessions.
Focused concerns like self-organization can often be addressed within a manageable timeframe. If depression, anxiety, or long-standing self-esteem issues are also present, more time is advisable. We regularly review progress together.
Diagnostics as part of the treatment
Typically two to three appointments with standardized test procedures and a clinical interview.
Attention, working memory, and processing speed are assessed, supplemented by self and external rating scales for symptoms in childhood and adulthood. At the same time, we conduct a differential diagnosis to clarify what could explain similar symptoms.
Yes. The report documents test results, clinical assessment, and diagnosis according to ICD-11.
You can use it to initiate medication treatment with a psychiatrist, for accommodations in studies or work, and as a basis for further therapy.
Costs and Organization
Billing is based on the Gebührenordnung für Psychotherapeuten (GOP), per session.
If a clarification is added, additional costs will be incurred for test sessions, evaluation, and the findings report. You will receive a concrete cost estimate for your situation during the initial consultation.
Services of a private practice are generally not covered by statutory health insurance.
Privately insured individuals can submit the costs depending on their tariff - please clarify this with your insurance company in advance. As a self-payer, you have the advantage of short waiting times, timely appointments, and no referral required.
Sound qualifications.
Experience from private practice, clinical settings, and research.
Licensed Psychological Psychotherapist
State licensure (Approbation) with specialisation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Licensure (Approbation) is the state license to practice psychotherapy independently in Germany, granted after several years of postgraduate training and passing the state examination. With a specialisation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I work on the basis of scientifically proven, guideline-compliant methods. For you, this means verified professional qualifications, confidentiality under Section 203 of the German Criminal Code (StGB), and the reassurance of receiving treatment in a regulated medical practice — whether as a self-paying or privately insured patient in Munich.
Specialist Training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Multi-year psychotherapeutic training at the Institute for Behavioural Therapy.
I completed my multi-year specialist psychotherapeutic training at the Kölner Lehrinstitut für Verhaltenstherapie (AWKV) — a state-recognised training institute with high clinical and scientific standards. The training comprised over 4,200 hours of theory, self-reflection, supervision, and clinical practice. I work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as well as modern third-wave approaches such as Schema Therapy and ACT — evidence-based methods for depression, anxiety disorders, burnout, and stress reactions.
Diplom-Psychologin
Academic degree in psychology from the University of Cologne.
I completed my Diplom degree in psychology at the University of Cologne — specialising in clinical psychology, diagnostics, and neuropsychology. The Diplom degree is equivalent to a modern Master's degree and provides the scientific foundation for all responsible psychotherapeutic work. In practice, this means I understand psychological processes not only clinically, but can also interpret research findings, apply differential diagnostics, and offer you precise, tailored support — whether you are dealing with acute distress, long-standing patterns, or personal development.
Clinical Treatment Experience
Work as a ward psychologist at the Altenburger Tagesklinik in Cologne and in inpatient clinical care at the Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics.
Through several years of inpatient and day-clinic practice as a ward psychologist, I have supported patients across the full spectrum of psychological disorders — from severe depression and anxiety disorders to post-traumatic stress disorders, personality disorders, and crisis intervention. This clinical depth sets an experienced psychotherapist apart from one trained purely in outpatient settings: you receive treatment that remains safe, calm, and methodologically sound even in complex cases, comorbidities, or acute crises.
Outpatient Psychotherapy
Psychotherapeutic work in training outpatient clinics and outpatient practice settings in Cologne, Hamburg and Munich.
As a psychotherapist in private practice, I have worked in outpatient settings for many years — initially at the university clinic and in established practices in Cologne and Hamburg, and today in my own private practice in Munich. My clients include adults, couples, and executives seeking discreet, high-quality, and scheduling-flexible psychotherapy — often as self-paying or privately insured patients. Short waiting times, unhurried sessions, and a confidential environment in the heart of Munich provide a distinct alternative to overstretched standard healthcare.
Research and Science Management
Scientific research at the Max Planck Institute and professional experience at the German Research Foundation (DFG).
As a research associate at the Max Planck Institute and in a managerial position at the German Research Foundation (DFG), I spent years working at the intersection of research, science policy, and clinical practice. I bring this perspective to every treatment: up-to-date research, evidence-based methods, and a critical understanding of what truly works in psychotherapy. You benefit from a therapist who does not rely on dogmatic approaches, but thinks methodically, stays current, and grounds her practice in science.
Artificial Intelligence
Advising a start-up on AI-supported real-time analysis of human communication.
I advise a German start-up at the intersection of psychology and AI, focusing on the real-time analysis of human communication — speech, voice, non-verbal signals. This work sharpens my understanding of what is unconsciously transmitted and received during conversations, directly informing my coaching and couples therapy practice. For executives, leaders, and couples, this offers a deeper, more precise insight into communicative patterns — moving beyond gut instinct, backed by current psychological and technological research.
Multilingual Therapy
Therapy and counselling fluent in German, English, Lithuanian, and Russian.
I offer psychotherapy, coaching, and counselling fluently in four languages: German, English, Lithuanian, and Russian. For international clients, expats in Munich, diplomats, and global executives, speaking in one's native language is often the key to true emotional depth. Psychotherapy in English in Munich, psichoterapija lietuvių kalba, психотерапия на русском языке — professional treatment without linguistic or cultural detours, provided in a discreet setting.