Find Your Linden Specialist

Hello, I'm Dominique, a Counselor and Psychologist holding a Bachelor's degree in psychology from the South African College of Applied Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Psychology from the International Psychoanalytic University in Berlin.

My journey, both personally and professionally, has led me to diverse settings and countries, including Zambia, Tanzania, Germany, South Africa, and Vietnam. These experiences have enriched my understanding of the complexities of Third-Culture Kid (TCK) life. As a Counselor, I use an integrated approach, tailoring therapeutic strategies to each client's unique needs. I firmly believe in the uniqueness of every child and family, deserving a personalized approach that extends beyond immediate challenges.

Within a safe, nurturing, and creative environment, I aim to guide young individuals in rediscovering their inherent strengths. I view life transitions as opportunities for growth, empowerment, self-expression, and joy. My holistic and person-centred approach emphasizes the vital role of therapy in a student's life, highlighting the distinct strengths and effective problem-solving skills that each individual possesses.

Throughout my career, I've worked with young individuals facing various concerns, including anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. I also offer specialized support to children and adolescents on the autism spectrum and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

As someone who has navigated my own neurodivergent journey with Dyslexia and ADHD, I bring a unique perspective to the counseling relationship, fostering deeper connections with individuals facing similar challenges, offering empathy and guidance.

I also facilitate a holistic teen coaching program. Read more about it here.

My specialities include Coaching, Counseling, Mental Skills Coaching, Social skills, Stress management, Time Management, Organizational skills, Transitioning, Third Culture Kids, Motivation, Goal Setting, Confidence & Self-Esteem, Social Skills & Anxiety.

I’m from South Africa and I speak English.

I’m a psychologist originally from Delhi, India, currently based in Berlin. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Delhi and an M.A. in Applied Psychology from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. I also completed an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from Manipal University, India. Back home in India, I worked across diverse settings - from schools and hospitals to nonprofits and private practice - supporting individuals across the lifespan. Since relocating to Berlin, I’ve been offering mental health services for internationals.

My key areas of work include: Anxiety, stress, and burnout, identity, self-esteem, and life transitions, relationship and family conflict, neurodivergence & self-advocacy, grief, bereavement, complex loss, South Asian diaspora.

I work mostly with teens, adults and also offer couple sessions. As a proud nerodivergent I also founded a support group for adults with ADHD and I enjoy creating accessible psychoeducational content through talks and workshops. 

My practice is trauma-informed, intersectional, and queer-affirmative. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities - including CBT, DBT, ACT, and interpersonal therapies - while always centering the lived realities of my clients. I believe counseling is a collaborative space to be witnessed, to reflect, and to grow.

I work in English, Hindi and Urdu. I strive to create an authentic, non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe to show up fully - especially those navigating in-between worlds, cultures, and identities.

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Hi, I’m Els! I am an educational psychologist and counselor. I was born and raised in Belgium and currently live in Germany.

I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology and Educational Sciences, along with a teaching qualification. I have over 20 years of experience and worked in various roles, including educational psychologist, counselor, special education specialist, and teacher. I am deeply passionate about promoting well-being, fostering inclusion, and empowering every child to reach their full potential.

My expertise lies in supporting individuals with Autism, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges. I integrate principles of cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapy to provide effective, practical, and compassionate support. I am a certified HAPPY coach, trained by Peter Vermeulen (Autism in Context).

Working as a therapist and a learning support teacher in an international IB school has given me unique insights into the challenges faced by neurodivergent students, their families, and their teachers in multicultural environments. I understand the cognitive, emotional, and social factors that influence learning and development, allowing me to design sessions that are individualized and impactful.

Above all, I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where all students feel valued, understood, and inspired to thrive. I am dedicated to equipping students, families, and educators with the tools and strategies needed to foster confidence, growth and resilience.

I am from Belgium and speak English, German and Dutch.

Hi, I’m Elysa! I hold a M.Ed. in Educational Psychology from the University of Calgary, an M.A. in Education from UC Berkeley, and a B.A. in Psychology from Cornell University. I am currently living in Australia. I have worked as a school and educational psychologist at Vienna International School in Austria and Ruamrudee International School in Thailand, and as an educator at International School Bangkok in Thailand, the International School of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, and Taipei American School in Taiwan.

Having spent more than 15 years living and working internationally, I am passionate about supporting international school communities, including students, families, and educators. As a school psychologist, I focus on providing culturally and linguistically sensitive psychoeducational assessments for globally mobile children. I have supported children and youth with developmental delays, executive functioning weaknesses, Specific Learning Disorders, ADHD and ASD. I am particularly interested in research on best practice in the provision of assessments and supports for culturally and linguistically diverse children.

I am familiar with preschool to grade 12 International Baccalaureate and North American curriculum, and I understand the needs of young children building foundational social-emotional and academic skills as well as those of older students developing time management and study skills. I enjoy collaborating with parents and educators to support children’s academic and social-emotional development, and I draw on my experiences as both a classroom teacher and school psychologist when recommending support for home and school.

I’m American and I speak English.

Hi! I’m Eric. I hold a B.A. in the History of Art & Visual Culture from the University of California, Santa Cruz and a M.A. in Aural & Visual Culture from Goldsmiths, University of London.

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As an academic coach, I offer a combination of patience, perceptiveness, empathy, and an ability to adapt my approach to the specific needs and skill-sets of different types of students. I’ve worked as a teaching assistant and as an academic coach in one-on-one and group settings with neurotypical and neurodivergent students from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds in learning centers and secondary schools in the UK and USA. I have been formally trained in the pedagogical methodology utilized by Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, which includes the use of the Socratic Method of instruction, and emphasizes the importance of developing strong concept imagery, or Gestalt Imagery, in order to improve reading comprehension, written and expressive language skills, and critical thinking skills. Although I’m originally from Connecticut, both of my parents are from Finland, so I can empathize with and understand the challenges that third culture kids face as they live in between different cultures.

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I’m passionate about traveling and I’ve recently moved to Berlin from Oakland, California. Some of my interests include reading, writing, cinema, music, cycling, and learning German.

I specialize in the humanities, general academic support, art, academic and creative writing (middle school, high school, and university levels).

I’m from the United States and I speak English.

Hi, I'm Eric Hayes! I hold a Bachelor of Arts in History and Special Education from Angelo State University and a Master of Science in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies from SUNY-Buffalo. I am certified to teach Math (Grades 6-9) and History (Grades 6-12).

Over the last 16 years as an educator, I have supported diverse learners by developing tailored educational strategies and accommodations. I've worked in international education environments in Romania, Lithuania, and Brazil, advocating for inclusive educational practices and fostering parent-school collaboration.

As a Learning Support Specialist, I am dedicated to empowering neurodivergent students by enhancing their self-advocacy skills and executive functions. My focus is on alleviating math anxiety and strengthening areas where students feel less confident, employing a personalized, strengths-based approach to boost their confidence and academic self-esteem.

I have shared my insights at regional conferences and in-school workshops, promoting strategies for building inclusive classrooms and amplifying student voices.

Originally from the USA, I speak English, Brazilian Portuguese, and some Spanish.

Hi! I’m Erin. I hold a B.S. in Expressive Arts Therapy and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University. In Boston, I worked as a therapeutic provider in an after-school program and learned a variety of clinical therapeutic interventions in an inpatient hospital setting.

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As an expressive therapist, I use creative outlets to better explore emotions when words are hard to find. My training is specifically in dance/movement therapy, so I often bring a somatic-based approach to sessions, asking questions of body awareness at the comfort of the client. Expressive therapy techniques broaden the horizons of where the session can go, making the “invisible” visible. Since moving to Berlin, I provide individual support in a private practice setting. I have worked with individuals from all over the world and offer support during life transitions of moving away from their homeland.

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I specialize in LGBTQ+ identities, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), anxiety, emotional regulation, and mindfulness.

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I am American and speak English.

Hi! I’m Humeyra Esther, but you can call me Esther. I’m originally from Germany and have been living and working in the UK since 2003.

I’m an Educational and Child Psychologist with a Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology from the University of East London. I’m a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and licensed to practice in the UK with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

In my role, I provide psycho-educational assessments, early mental health support, and consultation services to families and schools, supporting children and young people from birth to age 25. My work covers a wide range of needs, including developmental, learning, attention, behavioral, and emotional challenges.

I work across various settings, including public schools, private practice, and as a consultant to local education authorities. I’m also involved in supporting the evolving learning journeys of children and young people affected by brain injury over time, providing specialized assessments and expert advice in complex cases.

I have a particular interest in executive functions and how they relate to learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. I draw on positive psychology approaches to help identify and build on a child’s strengths while also finding ways to support areas of difficulty in practical and empowering ways.

I hold both German and Turkish citizenship and you can speak with me in English, German, or Turkish.

Hi, I’m Eszter!

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I’m a junior school psychologist at Linden! I am Hungarian and have recently moved back to Berlin after living in Scotland for six years. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen. After graduating from University, I interned at Linden where I was inspired to further pursue my career in psychoeducational testing and work with children in an educational setting. This is why I began my role as a learning support assistant working at a Scottish elementary school as well as completing my M.A. in Psychological Approaches for Children and Young People’s Mental Health from the University of Edinburgh. Being able to compare the Scottish educational system to my own international school background spurred my interest in how moving and culture can affect children’s development. This is also why I chose to take an additional course in ‘Migration and Mental Health’ during my Master’s. To build on my assessment skills, I have also recently completed a British Psychology Society accredited course in Psychoeducational Testing.

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I’ve always enjoyed working with children and adolescents both in educational and social care settings from diverse cultural backgrounds. I have now returned to Linden training as a school psychologist and am excited to offer my skills in psycho-educational testing.

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I speak English, Hungarian, and some German.

Hi, I’m Farnoush! I’m an academic coach and engineer with a deep passion for helping students pursue their educational dreams. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Al-Zahra University in Tehran and a Master’s in Global Production Engineering at the Technical University of Berlin.

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Since 2015, I’ve worked as a freelance academic coach, supporting students in preparing for university entrance exams in Iran. Between 2015 and 2017, I also had the privilege of volunteering as an academic coach in Physics, Mathematics, and English for adolescents in various orphanages—an experience that continues to inspire my commitment to education and equity.

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I specialize in:

 
• Mathematics
 
• Physics (all levels)
 
• English

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I am originally from Iran and speak both English and Farsi.

I strive to empower my students to make meaningful changes in their lives and communities.

Hello, I'm Gamze, a counselor based in Istanbul. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Psychological Counseling and Guidance in 2014, followed by a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology in 2019.

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My professional journey began at an international school in Istanbul. Later, I gained experience through internship programs at psychiatry hospitals, providing counseling and psychoeducation services. After finishing my Master’s program, I transitioned to various counseling roles within mental health clinics across Istanbul.

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I took on the responsibility of a training coordinator at a mental health clinic, where I organized and conducted training sessions for mental health professionals. I also worked as a translator, focusing on translating psychological texts. In 2023, I contributed to translating a book on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy from English to Turkish.

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My professional focus centers on assisting adults coping with conditions related to anxiety, anger management, sleep issues, family matters, burnout, and stress management. Additionally, I have experience working with LGBTQ+ clients.

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Residing in a vibrant city with a diverse population has afforded me the opportunity to work with individuals from various cultural backgrounds. I am deeply committed to providing inclusive support that acknowledges and respects the diverse cultural backgrounds of international clients. This commitment shapes my approach to addressing the unique challenges encountered by each person I work with.

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I am from Turkey and I am fluent in both Turkish and English.

Hi, I’m Genevieve!

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I’m an occupational therapist with a passion for supporting health and wellness. Fostering positive development for children and youth has been a meaningful professional focus since 2013, whether in community-based, clinical, inpatient, or school-based settings.

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I have expertise working together with clients and caregivers to foster development of social-emotional learning, insight, regulation, and sensory/motor skills, addressing the whole person. I co-developed a client-centered, occupation-based dynamic assessment tool in response to client needs, which evaluates occupational performance skills in relation to transitions. I have presented for and collaborated with multidisciplinary colleagues and firmly believe in implementing evidence in intervention, having coordinated my own research efforts to ensure best practice in my work. Since moving to Hamburg in 2018, my focus has shifted to working as a member of the international community, building empathy and resilience.

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I am trained in trauma-informed practices, mindfulness techniques, cultivating emotional balance, motivational interviewing, and stress & resiliency in youth. I hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and Public Relations from Eastern Illinois University. I have earned my recognition to work as an Ergotherapeutin in Germany. I am a registered yoga teacher and developed and founded my own consultancy, offering yoga and mindfulness workshops for youth.

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I’m from the United States and speak English and German.