1. Psychoeducation – The Basics of the Psychological “Language”

In this section, you’ll get to know commonly used psychological terms that are likely to come up in therapy sooner or later. These terms help you understand your personal struggles or, if applicable, mental health conditions, give them a name, and most importantly, learn how to deal with them. Sometimes, just being able to make sense of what you’re going through can ease the emotional load and make things feel less threatening. Have you ever heard of terms like “resilience,” “reactance,” or “projection”? Do you know how many steps make up the so-called “anxiety cycle”? And what does a saber-toothed tiger have to do with any of this?

2. Key Insights – What I Keep Repeating to My Clients

This section introduces you to guiding principles that, over the years, I’ve found myself repeating again and again to my clients. Of course, every therapeutic situation is unique, but similar emotional patterns and challenges tend to show up across many lives. These insights can help us reflect on these common issues. In this module, you’ll discover why other people’s behavior often has less to do with you than you might think, why your symptoms aren’t the problem but part of the solution, and why it’s sometimes not a good thing when everything returns to the way it used to be.

3. Emotions – Your Feelings as the Key to Mental Health

This section is dedicated to the many emotions that accompany us every day and have a significant impact on our wellbeing. You’ll learn which emotional expressions are universal, why your feelings don’t automatically have to dictate your behavior, and which emotional “emergency kits” can help you regulate intense emotional states.

4. Cognition – Your Perspective Shapes Your World

In this section, we’ll explore the fascinating world of our thoughts. Inside our heads, we adopt a deeply personal perspective – often without realizing how helpful it can be to see things from a different angle. You’ll learn how to change unhelpful thinking patterns, resolve decision-making blocks, and become your own best friend and ally.

5. Metaphors – When Words Become Pictures

In therapy, I often use vivid and metaphorical language. This can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck in their thoughts – for example, when they’ve lost perspective or can’t find a way out of a situation. Metaphors are powerful tools that help make psychological processes easier to grasp. In this section, you’ll find out how human behavior is sometimes like that of pigeons, what happens to turtles in a hailstorm, and when, during therapy, it might be time to metaphorically lace up your hiking boots.

6. Communication – From Speaking to Understanding

This section explores the foundations of effective communication. You’ll learn how to express yourself in a way that clearly communicates your needs and helps prevent conflict. You’ll also learn how to listen in a way that deepens your understanding of what the other person really means. What can your communication reveal about the relationship you have with the other person? Why is it impossible not to communicate? And how can you figure out whether your inner 3-year-old, 25-year-old, or 60-year-old is the one speaking right now?

7. Mindfulness – The True Meaning of “Now”

The term “mindfulness” has become so overused that it’s lost much of its original power. Yet in my experience, it remains one of the most underestimated tools in psychological therapy. If you’re curious about how long it takes for a “now” to become the past, why it can be helpful to do everything at half speed, or why you should occasionally say your name and address out loud, then this is a topic well worth your attention.

8. Breathing & Relaxation – When You Put the World on Pause

This section is all about one of the most fundamental aspects of life – our breath. From birth to death, it’s with us every second, and it’s one of the most powerful tools we have in therapy. Combined with targeted relaxation techniques, you’ll learn how to momentarily pause the world around you and reconnect with yourself.

9. Imagination – Popcorn for Your Mental Theater

Here we dive into the power of imagination. Using a rich toolkit of imagery-based exercises, we’ll embark on imaginative and restorative journeys that bring clarity and insight. You’ll find out how heavy a hiking backpack feels when it’s filled with worries instead of snacks, what the so-called “miracle question” can reveal, and how to take a “mental screenshot” for grounding and self-awareness.

10. Neuroresilience – The Power of Your Meridians

In this section, I’ll introduce you to tools from energy psychology. You’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system and direct your energy back into a balanced flow. If you enjoy humming childhood songs, want to know how “tapping” techniques can help relieve stress, and are open to giving yourself the occasional self-hug, this topic might be especially intriguing for you.

11. Risk Management – When Things Get Critical

As a psychologist, I can never fully predict what will arise in therapy – which makes it all the more important to be well prepared so I can support my clients through all life situations, including the truly difficult ones. In this module, you’ll learn how to handle thoughts of self-harm or harm to others, and which emergency resources and support systems are available to help you – even 24/7 in times of crisis.

Conclusion

Psychological Therapy: Interventions and Methods.
These are the essential components that can guide you through the process of psychological therapy. Think of them as pieces of a modular toolkit – take what you need right now. Even just one or two of these elements can make a real difference. And the more pieces you gather, the higher and more detailed you can build your personal structure for healing and growth.

Curious to explore these tools more deeply and work through your own themes?
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