Counseling & Coaching

My goal is to support you in getting to know yourself better, to offer you practical methods for dealing with difficult thoughts and emotions and to accompany you on the way to a value-oriented life. In this way, we can find solutions to current challenges and increase your personal well-being in the long term. I am at your side in this process with compassion, support, information and coaching. With me, you will have a conversation at eye level and can benefit from the use of various tools such as questionnaires, worksheets, whiteboards, etc., which make the consulting process dynamic and tangible.

Possible Topics for Counseling

Me personally

  • Personal Challenges

    Sometimes we get into situations in life that overwhelm us. Everyday life is hectic, the relationship is not going so well, a diagnosis changes everything, the job is gone, etc. In the counseling session we look at your current situation together, clarify what is bothering you, and develop new ways of dealing with it. It's not about finding perfect solutions, it's about your own personal next steps. The aim is to gain more clarity and room for movement – towards a life that is based on your personal values.

  • Stress

    Permanent stress can throw body and soul out of balance. In the counseling session you will learn to recognize your stress patterns, understand internal and external triggers and develop appropriate strategies. Together we will discover what strengthens you, what relaxes you, and how you can make better use of your resources. The aim is to bring more peace and self-efficacy back into everyday life.

  • Decision-Making

    When important decisions are pending, the inner chaos can be great. Together we will structure your thoughts, clarify values, wishes and fears and find out what is really important to you. This creates space for clear decisions that feel coherent. The counselling supports you in finding your own way – without pressure and with visual tools to better analyse your own situation. 

  • Setting Goals

    Goals give direction to life, but sometimes there is a lack of clarity about where I actually want to go. Together we work out what drives you, what you want to achieve, what realistic and motivating goals look like and which obstacles you are confronted with. We could also use the journal I designed to support you on your way to your goals. 

  • Promoting well-being

    Mental well-being is more than the absence of problems – it means knowing yourself well and taking care of yourself. In the counseling sessions we will explore what is (not) good for you in the short and long term, what you may have missed in your life so far, what resources you can use in stressful times. I would also be happy to show you strategies on how to deal with difficult thoughts and feelings so that you are prepared for the future. In your journey to greater well-being, I use questionnaires, worksheets, small homework assignments and visual tools. 

  • Analyse your strengths

    It is often easier for us to name our weaknesses than our strengths. Together and with the help of a questionnaire we will discover which strengths you use the most and which you could or would like to use more often. This awareness and the implementation of one's own strengths helps to feel more confident, to master challenges better and promotes psychological well-being. 

  • Am I highly sensitive?

    Do you experience yourself as particularly receptive to moods, stimuli or stress influences? Do you react more sensitively than others in some situations and need more time to process stimuli? In the counseling session, we will clarify whether sensitivity plays a role in your life. The aim is to learn more about the concept of high sensitivity and to find strategies on how to deal with your own. 

  • Overcoming fears

    Each of us feels fears – and yet they can severely limit us if they determine our behavior. In the consultation, I would like to invite you not to work against fears, but to learn to face them with a new attitude: mindful, curious and compassionate. We explore what fear wants to tell you and strengthen your ability to act despite fear. The goal is to be able to lead a life that is based on your values despite the fear. 

  • Stop ruminating

    When thoughts circle through our mind we often feel nervous and anxious and become inattentive. In the counseling session, you will learn to free yourself from the constant mental carousel - without fighting against the thoughts. With methods for cognitive distancing ("defusion") and mindful exercises, we strengthen your ability to recognize rumination and observe it from the outside. Instead of getting lost in our heads, we focus on what really counts for you in the here and now.

Me and others

  • Romantic Relationships

    Partnerships can be a source of great closeness – but also of pain and uncertainty. In counselling, we look together at relationship patterns, unspoken needs and entrenched dynamics. With mindful reflection and a look at your own values, we clarify what is really important to you in your relationship. We can then discuss together what new options for action arise and whether and what changes you would like to see in your relationship.

  • My emigration experience

    Living abroad can be exciting and rewarding – but it can also be lonely, confusing and emotionally challenging. I asked myself the question of my identity many times living a life between two cultures. Sometimes felt foreign and misunderstood, both in my home country and in my new home. In the consultation, I accompany you in sorting out your experiences, understanding the inner ambiguity and gaining clarity about what gives you support and is important in your new life. 

  • Communicate clearly

    Misunderstandings, arguments or the feeling of not being heard – many conflicts arise from unclear or lack of communication. In counseling, we practice expressing our own thoughts and feelings more clearly and at the same time listening well. We also discuss the pitfalls of successful communication (which, as we all know, depends on both sides). You can then use these new insights for yourself in different contexts: at work, with your partner, family or friends. 

Me at work

  • Professional challenges

    Sometimes your own job is stressful, sometimes you can hardly get out of bed to go to work without motivation – too much pressure, too little sense, conflicts in the team or the feeling of losing yourself or not being able to contribute properly. In the consultation, we take a look at your situation together: What exactly is bothering you? What do you want to change – and what is really under your control? Do you want to stay or change career? How can you better deal with stress at work? And what does it actually take to feel fulfilled and comfortable at work? 

  • Change of job?

    You may have felt for some time that the time has come for something new – but uncertainty, doubts or external obligations are holding you back. In the consultation, we clarify what is behind your desire for change, what values guide you and what fears accompany you. We analyze your options, check what is realistic and what is desirable – and develop a viable path between security and growth. The goal is a decision that doesn't have to be perfect, but will be right for you.

  • Job Interviews

    A job interview can make you nervous – especially if you have self-doubts or old beliefs interfering. In the consultation, we prepare you specifically for the interview: we go through your CV together, practice typical (and a few rather atypical) questions in role play, talk about what distinguishes you and makes you special, train to communicate authentically and clearly and discuss which uncertainties such as self-doubt could arise and work out a new way of dealing with them. 

My Journal

Together with a colleague, I designed a journal during the Corona pandemic. The aim of the journal is to improve one's well-being by pursuing one's dreams and trying out various psychological interventions. For 16 weeks, this book accompanies you daily on the way to your personal goals. We not only selected an established 8-step goal-setting program, but also created "self-care challenges" based on positive psychology interventions. In this way, you not only get closer to your dreams, but also develop personally and strengthen your mental health!

 

If you are interested, I will provide a free PDF version of the journal to support the consultation process.

A one-on-one consultation with me lasts 55 minutes. In my experience, weekly sessions are useful to get to know each other, build trust and work together in such a way that changes and successes can be seen. In general, however, I try to adapt to the wishes of my clients.


Online:


The consultation takes place via a video call. If you book an appointment with me, I will send you a link for the video call. You will need a working webcam and headphones.


In Bologna:


At the moment I do not have my own rooms in Bologna. However, if you are interested in personal meetings, I am happy to organize a room where we can meet.


My clients appreciate me for my open-mindedness, my empathetic approach, and my authenticity.

With me, you will be welcomed and valued as an individual. You can rely on my confidentiality, embark on a journey of personal growth, and receive support through scientifically grounded methods.

At times, I incorporate psychodiagnostic assessments into my work. This means I use questionnaires or interviews to evaluate, for example, a client’s current well-being or life satisfaction, and to identify changes during and after the counseling process. I also like to use worksheets and visual tools (such as a whiteboard) to make our discussions more tangible and to keep a record for future reference.


As a member of the Italian professional association of psychologists, I am committed to continuous professional development.

However, as a naturally curious psychologist, it goes without saying that I constantly seek out the latest approaches and research findings—and strive to apply them in the best possible way in my work with clients.


Prices

First Meeting


We make a first appointment and get to know each other in 30 minutes. You decide whether you feel comfortable with me and we discuss your concerns, your goals and the general conditions.


Free

Individual Session


55 Minuten


Online via video camera, if desired also without



70,-€

Package of 4




Same duration and modalities as individual sessions.

Discount of 20€


€260


Feel free to contact me for a first meeting

For example via mail: psychology@leoniefeldmann.com

FAQ


Answers to the most frequently asked questions

  • Psychotherapy and counselling: What is the difference?

    Psychotherapy can only be carried out by a psychotherapist and aims to treat mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorder or eating disorder.

    Psychological counselling is about supporting people with everyday challenges, activating resources, motivating them, solving problems. The term "psychological counselling" is unfortunately not protected by law in Germany, unlike in Italy. Thus, even a person without a psychology degree can offer counseling. As a psychologist, I use methods that are scientifically proven.


  • How can I contact you?

    You are welcome to contact me via the contact form, email, phone or social media. The best thing to do is to write me briefly what you are interested in. We then make an appointment for a free first get-to-know-you meeting (30 minutes), in which we also clarify bureaucratic matters. After that, we will choose the first appointment for consultation. You are also welcome to contact me at short notice, I usually respond within 24 hours.

  • Are you recognized as a psychologist in both Germany and Italy?

    Yes! I did my Bachelor's degree in Intercultural Business Psychology in Germany and my Master's degree in Psychology of Wellbeing and Social Inclusivity in Italy. My degree is recognized in both countries, I am registered with the Italian Professional Association of Psychologists as I live in Italy.

  • Can I deduct the counseling from my taxes? Or will my insurance pay?

    I usually work with self-payers. 

    For people living in Germany, the following applies: I do not work with health insurance companies. If necessary, consult with your tax advisor as to whether my advice is tax-deductible.

    For people living in Italy, the following applies: I forward the invoices of the psychological counseling to the Italian health system. This means that the costs for the consultation are tax-deductible, such as an examination by a private doctor.



  • What can we do if I can't afford the consultation?

    I am aware that my prices may not be affordable for everyone. Since it is important to me that people who have a smaller budget also get support, please contact me and we will discuss a possible solution.

    This is especially true for people in training situations and Italian customers.


  • For whom is the counselling not suitable?

    If you suffer from an acute and pronounced mental disorder such as severe depression, severe anxiety/panic attacks, suicidal thoughts or similar, I recommend that you contact a psychotherapist, psychiatrist or your family doctor. Psychological counselling sessions are not suitable then.

    If I have the impression that I cannot help you, I will inform you of your options. Please feel free to contact me if you are not sure whether my consulting offer could be suitable for you.


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