Roles

We humans are completely obsessed with roles. In films, we willingly watch the same role again and again, performed by different—or sometimes the same—actors. In our education, we strive for roles; in our professions, we deliberately step into them. The police officer is also a father, the doctor also a son, the priest can be a sinner, and the academic can also be a craftsman.

We take on roles from our professions, relationships, decisions, similarities, and biological conditions. Some roles we choose ourselves; others are assigned to us. What matters is that we are never the roles—we merely have them. We are always individuals, never merely the manifestation of a role. That is why we should never reduce ourselves to our roles. When we mistakenly do so, it often has serious consequences for our psychological well-being.

Here are some of my roles through which you may come to know me.

Verfahrensbeistand (Guardian ad litem)

The task of the guardian ad litem is to ensure that the child’s voice is heard in legal proceedings. To do this, the guardian ad litem speaks with the child, the parents, and other important caregivers to gain an understanding of the child’s living situation and needs. The guardian ad litem reports to the court on all conversations and observations that took place during their involvement. Therefore, it is important to take sufficient time and to allow the guardian ad litem to establish contact in as natural a setting as possible.

Psychologischer Berater & Coach

Heilpraktiker für Psychotherapie

Verkehrspsychologe

In traffic, people are not merely operating heavy machines to reach a destination; they are extending the boundaries of themselves, signaling intentions, interacting with others, and compensating for the mistakes of fellow road users. Within traffic, the full spectrum of human psychology is reflected—its emotions, communication, planning, physical movement, and cognitive learning—forming a microcosm that stretches across the entire globe.

The traffic psychologist focuses on the psychological aspects of fitness to drive, meaning the mental and character-related traits that sustain responsible driving behavior within a social context.

Psychology in Modernity

The 21st century brings modern challenges to our outdated organisms. We are adapted to small groups, physical challenges, and profound learning experiences. Technology increasingly competes for our attention in personal and professional spheres, metropolitan life, and globalism increase opportunities, yet decrease the depth of social interaction and experiences. Society encourages us to live busy lives in pursuit of money, material, and popularity while disregarding our intimate connection to ourselves, others, nature, and ultimately the bigger picture. Using a firm basis in neuropsychology and the science of well-being, together, we will figure out where you are, where you want to go, and how you can get there.

My Story

Before finishing my studies as a psychologist (MSc), I studied economics, politics, and sociology as well as art-sciences and history. Dissatisfied with my prospects, I moved to the Netherlands to start a psychology program to satisfy my need for understanding of human behavior. I quickly found inspiration within my major of neuroscience and medical psychology; however, I lacked the practical side of psychological work to balance out my scientific training. I started a master's in Positive Psychology and the Science of Well-being while conducting a study on psychedelic microdosing. Instead of pursuing a scientific career, I began teaching yoga and training in various therapy approaches to deepen my understanding of mental health, how to maintain it, and how to improve it.