Psychological counselling online · Zurich A space to think about what matters most.

Some things are difficult to put into words. You might be going through a change you hadn’t expected, struggling in a relationship or noticing that certain feelings or situations keep coming back.

Sometimes there isn’t one particular problem. You simply want to understand yourself, your relationships or the choices you’re facing a little better.

I offer online psychological counselling for individuals and couples, with a particular focus on parenthood, relationships, family dynamics and life transitions.

In our conversations, we look at what is happening in your life now, but also at the experiences and relationships that may have shaped how you feel and respond to the world around you.

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Online · English, Portuguese & Spanish

What brings you here?

There are many reasons to seek counselling.

Here are some of the areas I work with.

Pregnancy & Parenthood

Becoming a parent can stir up feelings and questions we hadn’t anticipated. Even a much-wanted pregnancy can bring uncertainty, conflicting emotions or changes in how we see ourselves.

I work with individuals and couples navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, emotional difficulties during pregnancy or postpartum, difficult birth experiences and the changes that come with parenthood.

We can also talk about the expectations we bring into parenting, our own childhood experiences and how relationships change when a baby arrives.

Further reading: When the Clock Gets Loud, on becoming a mother after 35 · The Mother I Thought I’d Be, on guilt and perfectionism

Couples & Relationships

Every relationship develops its own ways of communicating, disagreeing and being close. Over time, some of these patterns can become difficult to live with.

In couples counselling, we look at what happens between you, including recurring conflicts, communication difficulties, intimacy, emotional distance and changes in your relationship.

The aim isn’t to decide who’s right or wrong, but to understand how each person experiences the relationship and how you influence one another.

Family Dynamics

Our families shape much of what we learn about love, responsibility, conflict and belonging.

Sometimes we recognise familiar patterns in our own relationships. Other times, we find ourselves caught between what our families expect and what we want for ourselves.

Counselling can help us explore family roles, boundaries, difficult relationships and experiences that seem to pass from one generation to the next.

Life Transitions & Identity

There are moments when the life we’ve built no longer feels quite the same.

A change in career, migration, loss, a shift in a relationship or a new stage of life can raise questions about who we are and what matters to us.

We can explore the feelings that come with these changes, as well as experiences of anxiety, overwhelm or uncertainty that may accompany them.

My approach

Understanding the story behind the experience.

I work primarily through a systemic lens, with an influence from psychoanalytic thinking.

A systemic perspective looks at people in the context of their relationships, families, culture and everyday lives. Rather than seeing a difficulty as something that belongs only to one person, I’m interested in what happens around it.

How do people respond to one another? What roles have they taken on? Which expectations have become difficult to question? And how might a change in one part of a family or relationship affect everyone else?

Psychoanalytic thinking adds an interest in our inner lives. Some feelings are difficult to recognise, and we don’t always understand why certain situations affect us so strongly. Earlier experiences, emotional conflicts and the relationships we grew up with may continue to influence us in ways we’re not fully aware of.

In practice, these perspectives shape how I listen and the questions I ask. We might look at patterns in your relationships, connections between past and present experiences, or feelings that seem contradictory or difficult to explain.

There isn’t one explanation for every experience, and I don’t approach our conversations with a ready-made interpretation. What matters is understanding your particular story.

How counselling works

Starting a conversation.

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other and talk about what brings you to counselling.

I’ll ask about your current situation, your relationships and anything else that feels relevant. You can also tell me what you’re hoping to explore, or what you’re unsure about.

We’ll consider whether psychological counselling is appropriate for your needs and how we might work together.

There is no fixed number of sessions. Some people come to discuss a particular situation, while others prefer to explore questions that have developed over a longer period.

We’ll discuss the frequency of our meetings and review our work together as we go.

If your situation would be better supported through psychotherapy, psychiatric care or another specialised service, I’ll discuss the appropriate options with you.

Practical information

A few things to know.

Sessions take place online, in English, Portuguese or Spanish.

Individual counselling

50 minutes · CHF 150

Couples counselling

70 minutes · CHF 250

Format

Online sessions

Languages

English · Portuguese · Spanish

Health insurance

Psychological counselling is not covered by Swiss basic health insurance. Some supplementary insurance policies may contribute towards the costs. Please check with your insurer before booking.

Professional information

I am a Psychologist FSP, a member of the Federation of Swiss Psychologists. I offer psychological counselling, not psychotherapy.

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Frequently asked

Questions you might have.

How is psychological counselling different from psychotherapy?

Psychological counselling focuses on understanding and working through personal, emotional and relational difficulties, as well as questions that arise at different stages of life.

Psychotherapy is a regulated form of treatment for mental health conditions. I offer psychological counselling rather than psychotherapy. If psychotherapy or another form of specialist care would be more appropriate for your situation, we can discuss the next steps.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book a counselling session directly, without a doctor’s referral.

Can we come as a couple?

Yes. I offer both individual and couples counselling. In couples sessions, we look at your relationship, the experiences each of you brings and the patterns that emerge between you.

How many sessions will I need?

That depends on what brings you to counselling and what you’d like to explore. We can discuss this in our first meeting and review it along the way.

Are sessions confidential?

Yes. I handle what you share with me confidentially, in accordance with professional and legal obligations. There are certain legally defined exceptions to confidentiality, which I can explain before we begin.

Can I have counselling online?

Yes. Sessions are held online in English, Portuguese or Spanish. You’ll receive the details for joining after booking.

Is counselling covered by Swiss health insurance?

My counselling services are not covered by basic health insurance. Some supplementary insurance plans may offer reimbursement, depending on your policy. I recommend checking directly with your insurer.

Shall we talk?

You might already know what you’d like to discuss, or you might still be trying to understand what’s troubling you.

Our first session is a chance to talk about it, get to know each other and see whether working together feels right.

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50 minutes · Online · English, Portuguese or Spanish

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