Welcome

to my private practice in Berlin, Prenzlauer Berg

M.Sc. Psychologin Ute Koltermann

Ute Koltermann

M.Sc. Psychologist

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

I offer psychodynamically oriented psychotherapy ("Tiefenpsychologisch fundierte Psychotherapie"), psychological counseling and coaching not only in German, which is my native language, but also in English, as I believe that being able to express yourself without language restrictions is an important factor for the therapeutic process. 


My approach

My psychotherapeutic work follows a depth psychological and intersubjective approach. It is acknowledged that early formative experiences have a significant impact on our present behaviour and way of thinking. My goal as a therapist is to support you through a process that will allow a deeper understanding of yourself, working on your individual issues and recognizing and expanding your coping strategies and strengths. I attach great value to the personal fit between patient and therapist, especially because it is crucial for the success of the treatment. For this reason, an appreciative atmosphere, transparency and authenticity within the working relationship is particularly important to me.  


About me

Besides my psychotherapeutic work in my own practice, I had been treating patients with a wide range of disorders in the outpatient psychotherapy department of the Berlin Academy of Psychotherapy for several years. Over the time I have specialized in the treatment of anxiety and depression. Prior to that, I gained several years of practical experience in acute psychiatry as well as in the inpatient department and day clinic for adults at the Vivantes Klinikum Am Urban in Berlin. My work in individual and group therapies benefited in particular from the integration of behavioural and depth psychological approaches. Furthermore, I also got insights in the outpatient psychiatric and day clinic treatment for children and adolescents. Finally, I was enriched by voluntary work, e.g. at Der Steg Neubrandenburg e.V . There I accompanied clients in coaching sessions, individual and couple counseling on the topics of stress and conflict management, crisis management and work-life balance. 



Contact me

What would you like to work on?

Personal crises

Sometimes major life changes or threshold situations are difficult to manage alone. These can be the experience of grief over the loss of a loved person, the start of retirement or interpersonal conflicts. Professional support can be very helpful in such situations.

Depression & bipolar disorder

Depression can have many different faces. It usually manifests itself in a depressed mood and aversion to activity. Often, sleep disturbances, self-esteem problems and feelings of guilt occur. In a bipolar disorder, depressive phases alternate with manic episodes. 

Physical complaints

Psyche and body are inseparably connected. It is therefore not uncommon that mental problems express themselves on a physical level, e.g. fibromyalgia, migraine, gastrointestinal diseases, neurodermatitis, bulimia, anorexia, binge eating and obesity. 

Burnout & work disorders

In today's meritocratic society, it is more difficult than ever to achieve a healthy work-life balance. People affected often experience increased stress and a feeling of being overwhelmed. One is blocked in completing important tasks (procrastination) and have difficulties to concentrate.

Sexual issues

Although the topic of sexuality affects everyone, it still represents a tabooed topic while its importance is often underestimated. Possible topics in the context of treatment can include disturbances of sexual desire, uncertainties about the sexual identity, orientation and preference.

Anxieties & obsessions

If fear dominates in objectively harmless situations or occurs in excess, it may also affect the quality of life. This can include generalised fears, panic attacks, phobias and hypochondriac anxiety. Furthermore, fears can express themselves in obsessive behaviour or thoughts. 

What to expect

First appointment

The first session is primarily intended to get to know each other. You will be given time and space to tell me about your concerns. 

Psychotherapy | Counseling | Coaching

I adapt my treatment methods to your individual needs. The duration of the treatment will be agreed upon with you personally. 

"Life is lived forwards, but understood backwards." 

S. A. Kierkegaard

Fees

The fee is based on the fee schedule for psychological psychotherapists (GOP).



Good to know 


I accept self-payment,  private health insurances and Beihilfe.

In case of statutory health insurances I offer psychotherapy only via the so-called cost reimbursement procedure ("Kostenerstattungsverfahren"). Please ask your health insurance company explicitly about this. You are welcome to contact me if you have any questions.


You can set off self-paid treatments against tax as extraordinary expenses. 

Individual session

50 minutes

108,59 €

My services are VAT-exempt according to §4 No. 14 and §19 UStG.

Send me a message!

You have a question? 
Send me a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Contact