Counselling sessions, life coaching and therapy in English

Autogenic training in Basel - Relaxation and stress relief

In Basel, online or on the phone

Welcome! I offer counselling and coaching sessions for a wide range of topics:

• Psychological counselling and psychosocial counseling to deal with a broad range of personal, social and emotional problems (including fears, depressive moods, conflicts, helplessness, stressful thoughts, etc.)

• Counseling, therapy and coaching for personal development and reorientation, personal assessment

• Autogenic training for stress relief, sleeping problems and a wide range of other personal and emotional issues

• Methods and techniques to reduce emotional stress, tension, exhaustion and promote relaxation

• Reflection of personality traits

• Handling relationship problems

• Spiritual and philosophical counseling, e.g. on questions of meaning, life, existential topics

• Coping with life crises

• Resolution of blockages

• Work through past injuries

• Dealing with illness and disability

• Questions and concerns around sexuality, sexual orientation and identity, LGBTQIA+ related topics

In my practice in the city of Basel, I offer counselling sessions in English based on a holistic approach, which helps to solve or deal with your mental health concerns, life questions, crisis or personal development and promote your well-being.

I also work online and on the phone! You can schedule appointments with me either via E-Mail, text message, through my contact form or directly book an appointment through my website for a session in my office or online.

My strength is that my work is built on a broad basis: psychology and pedagogy, clinical social work, philosophy and spirituality, body-oriented and emotion-centered methods. Apart from English I also fluently speak Croatian and German.

I see people as individuals who are in constant dialogue with themselves and the world. The root of the problem or question often lies somewhere, but also the potential for a solution and further development. You can find out. I see myself primarily as a companion at eye level.

Costs

The initial 60min session costs 95.- and is non-binding. Together we will see what you need and how I can support you. The approach is always individually tailored to you and your situation.

The duration of one counselling session is 60min and is charged 140.-

Autogenic training can be booked in a 5 session package for 625.-

Please note: I’m not charging through the basic health insurences. This means that my clients are usually self paying.

Some complementary insurances might cover the costs partly (Method: 195. Gestalttherapie) as I am ASCA-Certified. Please contact directly your insurance beforehand for further information. If you have any questions regarding payment options please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Please note also that my counselling service is not a replacement for a medical, psychiatric or psychotherapeutic treatment.

I am registered with the swiss association for counselling (www.sgfb.ch) and commit to their professional standards. I also hold the protected title as “Counsellor SGfB”.

Book and appointment directly

mail@praxis-papak.ch

076 650 38 36

About me

Accompanying you on your way is not just a job for me, but a calling. I am pleased to meet you!

I was born and grew up in the beautiful Appenzellerland, with roots in Croatia. I ended up in Basel because of my studies and I stayed. I like the contact with my environment and have always been interested in psychological issues, mental health and the individuality of every human being. As a psychological consultant, I love accompanying people on their way.

It is important to me that everyone who comes to my practice can show themselves as they are and that I have a good working relationship with my clients. I see psychological counseling and psychosocial counseling as working in dialogue. I offer a protected framework to deal with intimate and very personal topics in conversation. They develop a better quality of life and a new perspective.

My well-founded and broad specialist knowledge in the psychosocial and therapeutic area, which I have acquired through my studies and practical experience, forms the basis of my work. My offer is broad and holistic. I'm excited to meet you!

In addition to my own practice, I also work as a social worker in a social-psychiatric institution. There I accompany and advise people with mental and psychosocial disorders in leading a successful everyday life, overcoming crises, expanding their skills and participating in social life.

Approaches I use in my counselling (selection):

• Body-centered psychological counselling, Institute for body-centered psychotherapy IKP Zurich

• Person-centered psychotherapy according to C. Rogers

• Solution-oriented interviewing

• Cooperative process design according to Hochuli-Freund and Stotz

• Gestalt therapy

• Systemic counseling and therapy

• Life-oriented advice

• Methods of couple therapy and family therapy

• Clinical social work and social therapy

• Relaxation and mindfulness based techniques

• Ego State work with personality traits

My qualifications

Academic / school:

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Social Work / Social Pedagogy - University of Applied Sciences Northwest Switzerland (Fachochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW)

Focus: Social work in the context of health, mental health and illness as well as disability and impairment, clinical social work

• Master of Arts (M.A.) in Pedagogy / Education Sciences - University of Zurich

Focus: Social pedagogy and pedagogical psychology in the major, in the minor: Special needs pedagogy

• Specialty 3 year training: Body-centered psychological counselling IKP (Gestalt Therapy) - Institute for body-centered psychotherapy "IKP" in Zurich

Practical experience:

• Social pedagogue in the social-psychiatric field, in hospital and outpatient support and counseling of people with mental illnesses and burdening psychosocial situations.

• Practical instructor for EFZ apprentices as specialist support experts.

• Internship at the department of child psychiatry and daily psychiatric clinic for adults.

• Internship in a special education school.

I am regularly in supervision and training therapy and I continue to educate myself and improve my knowledge and skills.

Other further training in psychosocial and psychological fields:

• Certificate: Practical instructor for specialists EFZ support, OdA sozbb

• Specialist course in attachment theory and attachment disorders, Psychiatry BL

Membership in associations:

Avenir Social - professional association for Social Work in Switzerland

www.avenirsocial.ch

Swiss Society for Social Work SGSA

www.sgsa-ssts.ch

Swiss association for counselling SGfB

www.sgfb.ch

International association for counselling

www.iac-irtac.org

How does counseling take place?

Of course, when you come to my practice, the first thing we do is talk. The first appointment is non-binding, so you can get to know me and discuss your concerns. I will explain to you how psychological counseling works for me and answer all your questions.

It is important to me that we find out in dialogue what we will work on together. Since I work integratively, I choose different methods and techniques in the process as needed. It's always about knowing more precisely where you are right now and what you need to move forward with your problem. Psychological and psychosocial problems and issues are given the necessary space. I am qualified in everything I offer and I only choose approaches in psychological counseling that are recognized.

What are my special skills?

My strength is that I draw on a wide range of theories and support options. This stems from psychology, pedagogy, social pedagogy, social work and psychological and psychosocial counseling. I want to meet you authentically and offer you a space to open up. It is important to me that each person has an individual approach.

Progress and permanent changes are possible if we work in a way that suits us as people. Not everyone can process a topic or express a feeling through conversation. Then other ways of expression can be sought. I know many ways to do that. Either through symbols, key terms, metaphors or systemic methods, etc.

Someone else wants to share something that has never really been discussed. There is an opportunity here for that and I am listening carefully. This is how we get to the heart of your concern in conversation. You benefit from my knowledge, which I am happy to share. I am convinced that change is always possible.

What can you expect in a consultation with me?

The combination of different methods and approaches makes each therapeutic process unique and personal. Therefore, every consultation is focused on you specifically. Mental health and inner balance can be achieved step by step. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask me personally.

Psychosocial counseling is a specialist field that focuses specifically on the relationship between people and their environment. It is about the current demands of life, disorientation and personal development. Basically, it is the same as psychological counseling. These two terms are often used as synonyms. Psychosocial counseling has established itself as a term nowadays, mostly because a special focus is placed on people in their environment and relating with their lifes in every aspect. It is not a replacement for psychiatric, medical or psychotherapeutic treatment. For international clients: The counselling service I offer is along the guidelines and standards of the swiss association of counselling and I practice and advertise my services within the framework of Switzerland.

It's about looking at what needs someone brings with them and how you can handle the situation with existing resources or with newly developed capabilities. I support you competently and individually. Contact me for a non-binding and free first session at my practice in the city center of Basel.

Prices and conditions

It starts with a first 60min. consultation that costs 95 CHF. It serves for orientation and getting to know each other. Appointments with me are also possible in the evenings. However I am often flexible and we can work out an appointment for sure. I also work via video call.

Psychological counseling for 60 minutes is charged 140 CHF. In addition to the Appointment itself, this also includes preparation time and my post-appointment work. You will receive an invoice from me after each appointment. You can pay by transfer or TWINT.

My practice is located in the center of Basel and is easily accessible by public transport. Parking spaces are available in the surrounding area.

Conditions for free cancellation or postponement of an appointment: Check out or reschedule 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, the cost of one appointment will be applied.

My counseling cannot currently be billed to health insurance companies, since psychosocial counseling is not aimed at treating pathological disorders in a medical sense, as psychiatrists do, for example.

Social tariffs are possible by agreement, so that everyone can receive support, regardless of their financial status.

Emergency numbers (available 24 hours):

If you or someone is in dire need or in danger, don't hesitate to seek help!

International emergency number: 112

Police: 117

Medical emergency (ambulance): 144

University Psychiatric Clinic (UPK) Basel: 061 325 51 11

Psychiatry Baselland (PBL): 061 553 53 53

University General Hospital Basel: 061 265 25 25

Medical center for first aid: 061 261 15 15

If you would like to know more, you are of course welcome to ask me personally!

You can contact me directly:

mail@praxis-papak.ch

076 650 38 36

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