Lighthouse Counseling

Psychological support and coaching
Sessions online and in-person in English and German

“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.”

Haruki Murakami

You might be here because...

Stress or anxiety has started to feel like background noise you can't turn off
You're in the middle of a big transition — a move, a new job, a relationship shift — and it's harder than you expected
You feel a general sense of "stuck" or low motivation, without a clear reason why
Communication in an important relationship has become harder than it used to be

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A Background Built Across Two Worlds

I bring 15+ years of experience in psychology and international life transitions — including a Ph.D. in International Psychology (dissertation on expat threat perception), and Master's degrees in Clinical Social Work and Human Services Administration, all from the U.S.

My approach is informed by cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based methods, focused on real, everyday challenges — not diagnosis or labels. I'm currently working toward Swiss credential recognition; in the meantime, I offer counseling and coaching in English and German, both in person and online.

The change you seek, the growth you deserve.

Individual therapy is the choice to prioritise your own growth and healing.

My job is not to "fix" you, because you are not broken—you are tired, overwhelmed, and feeling alone.
I meet you right where you are: you do not need a perfect plan to start. Whether you have clear goals or just a vague longing for change, you are warmly welcome here.
No fluff, no psychobabble: respect and honesty are the foundation for building and maintaining trust in a fellow human being.

Walking with you through what is, toward a future reimagined.

I am here for you when you feel lost or do not know how to move forward. I guide you through life’s transitions—the exciting, the disappointing, and the painful ones.

This is your safe space to:

Try out and dare new ways of thinking
Let your thoughts run free—not everything has to make sense.
Imagine and allow a different future for yourself.

Real tools for your relationship.

Relationships can be both sources of happiness and pain. They impact our lives enormously, yet schools do not teach us how to make relationships work, or how to decide when to stay or when to go. Personal values, a difficult childhood, or life itself can shift the compass from an imagined future together to starting over on your own.

How did we get here? What once was exciting and supportive feels isolating, hurtful, or boring. Do not wait too long to tackle this, even if it is scary, even if you are tired, even if you have begun to lose hope.
As long as you are arguing, you are still communicating. The difference is learning how to address difficult topics empathically, clearly, and honestly. At the same time, learning to truly listen, not to respond but to understand, can make all the difference and may be all it needs to get you unstuck.
Your relationship is yours and does not require approval. Judgment, moral superiority, or toxic positivity have no place in this space. All forms of relationships are welcome and respected.