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Psychosocial Counseling

Are you studying at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences and need professional help to cope with emotional stress situations? You are not alone in this. The period of study is also a phase of personal development in which difficulties or crises can occur. We are glad to be here for you!

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Just a few examples of frequent issues that require psychosocial counseling:

  • Motivation problems, learning blockage
  • Fears, e.g. fear of failure, speech anxiety, exam stress
  • Procrastination
  • Issues related to self-esteem, self-confidence, assertiveness
  • Feelings of depression, lack of drive
  • Stressful conflicts
  • Family or relationship problems
  • Loneliness, difficulties meeting new people
  • Identity crisis, life planning
  • Dealing with loss and grief
  • Cross-cultural issues, value conflicts, getting along in a new country

You are stronger than you think! It is important to me to encourage students in their self-determination and autonomy and to support them in developing their potential.

Many years of work experience in the institutional/clinical field and in psychosocial counseling for people in conflict and crisis situations. In addition, worked as a senior consultant for personnel and executive development, including in an international context.

Master's degree in organizational psychology, diploma degree in social work diploma and state certified practitioner, certified professional of positive psychology. Member of the umbrella organization Positive Psychology

Common reasons for seeking counseling include:

  • Depression and anxiety (e.g., exam anxiety)
  • Dealing with pressure, time management
  • Procrastination
  • Discovering future prospects, decision-making
  • Conflicts in family, relationships, and partnerships
  • Couples counseling, counseling accompanied by family members is possibleFamily or relationship problems
  • Sexuality and sexual orientation, queers welcome!
  • Identity issues
  • Experiences of loss and separation
  • ADHD
  • Self-esteem
Marie-Sophie Bergen
Building 18 (BCN, CityGate), Room 810

Appreciative, resource-oriented counseling on an equal footing is important to me, as is an open and holistic view of each individual's situation.

Professional experience in the clinical field and in working with students. Supporting people in crisis situations with a wide variety of backgrounds and needs.

M.Sc. Psychologist, currently training to become a systemic psychotherapist

Students who book an appointment with us come for a wide variety of reasons. For many, it is their first time. Others have already had experience with psychosocial counseling or psychotherapy. No matter what is bothering you, whether it is directly related to your studies or more personal reasons, it is always good to talk about it. Together, we will look at your current situation and find solutions. Often, a single session is enough to help, but sometimes further appointments are helpful. An appointment usually lasts about 60 minutes. The counseling is free of charge for you and is treated as strictly confidential in accordance with professional confidentiality.

Consultation appointments

Scheduling an individual appointment is easy. Please send a request (e-mail preferred) to your counselor of choice:
rihab.dubau(at)fra-uas.remove-this.de 

marie-sophie.bergen(at)fra-uas.remove-this.de 

Please briefly state your preferred form of consultation, i.e. in person, online or by phone. Also, if you wish to, tell us a few sentences about your current situation.

Please note: E-Mails are no privacy-safe means of communication. If you contact us via e-mail we assume that this implies your agreement to answering you via e-mail for scheduling an appointment.

Help in acute crisis

For crises outside of our counseling hours and very acute need for help, here is a listing with numerous offers for quick help.

 

Additional information

Online psychosocial group offerings from the "Studierendenwerk Frankfurt" in german and english language.

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last updated on: 09.01.2025