“We provide adults, children, and families facing conflicts with the support they need to achieve optimal daily functioning through our personalized counseling services.”

Counseling Services For English Speakers

What we do?

  • “We provide a safe and supportive environment where you can openly share your concerns and work toward a meaningful, enriching, and fulfilling life.”
  • “Our approach helps you uncover your inner resources and strengths, empowering you to transform past unhealthy beliefs and behaviour patterns into positive ones.”
  • “Our counselling strategies and techniques are customized to align with each client’s unique needs and goals.”
  • “We integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, including Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), client-centred therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, creative writing, life coaching, positive psychology, and art & play therapy, tailored to the individual requirements of each client.”
  • “We believe in celebrating you and your journey toward growth and well-being!”

Get to Know us

DR. ANURADHA JAIN

HEAD PSYCHOLOGIST

I am a psychologist with over 16 years of counselling experience, having worked across India, the UAE, and now Germany. I am a member of the Berufsverband Deutscher Psychologinnen und Psychologen (BDP) in Berlin, Germany. As a psychologist and life coach, I support individuals in narrowing the gap between where they are and where they aspire to be.

My counselling approach is holistic, integrating various psychological methods, including Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), client-centred therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, creative writing, life coaching, positive psychology, and alternative interventions. These approaches emphasize the essential connection between the mind and body, fostering overall well-being.

I hold a Doctorate in Psychology from DAVV University, Indore, India, and a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, as well as a Bachelor of Arts from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India. Over the years, I have attended numerous workshops and obtained certifications in diverse therapeutic approaches.

Areas of Expertise

My specialities include:

  • Relationship Concerns- attachment styles
  • Childhood traumas
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Self-Growth and Emotional Issues
  • Learning Difficulties

In addition to counselling, I have led numerous psychological, self-growth, and empowerment training programs for children, adults, professionals, and parents.

Professional Experience

I previously taught psychology as an adjunct faculty member at the UMGC University Europe Campus and provided psychological services to students at the International School of Stuttgart.

Before relocating to Germany, I held various roles in leading organizations:

  • GEMS Education, Dubai, UAE: Head of the Special Needs Department, School Counselor, and Inclusion Champion.
  • Podar Education, Mumbai, India: Senior Manager and Senior Psychologist.
  • Helik Advisory Limited, Mumbai, India: Senior Scientist and Expert Psychologist in the Psychology Department, handling forensic psychology cases (polygraph lie detection and psychological profiling), counselling sessions for couples, children, and adults, and conducting psychometric and career assessments for engineering colleges.

Since 2008, I have maintained a private practice, working closely with individuals at various stages of life to address diverse concerns. As a life coach, I have also conducted training, seminars, workshops, and one-on-one coaching for organizations like Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, helping executives achieve their highest potential.

Born in India, I have resided in the Stuttgart area of Germany since 2019. For more details about my qualifications and professional journey, please visit my LinkedIn profile: Dr. Anuradha Jain on LinkedIn.

MRS. NICO SCAVONE

EDUCATIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT

Nico Scavone is an experienced educational consultant specializing in supporting globally mobile families with children who have special needs and/or behavioural challenges. Her work focuses on advocacy, differentiation, accommodation, and modification to meet the diverse needs of students.

Nico holds a BA in Humanities from Florida State University (Tallahassee, Florida, USA) and earned a Master’s Degree in Special Education with a focus on Severe Disabilities from Lesley University (Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA). She also completed a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Special Education with a focus on Positive Behavior Intervention Systems at Assumption College (Worcester, Massachusetts, USA).

Currently, Nico serves as the Student Learning Support Teacher at the International School of Stuttgart, Sindelfingen Campus. She brings over a decade of experience in learning support and program coordination for students in the United States, Argentina, and Germany. Nico’s career began at the Perkins School for the Blind (Watertown, Massachusetts, USA), where she worked with students who were blind, deafblind or had severe multiple impairments and behavioural challenges. She later contributed to the Evergreen Center (Milford, Massachusetts, USA), a residential school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and severe behavioural concerns.

In addition to her work in various public school systems in Massachusetts and Florida, Nico has served as a Special Educator and Special Education Advocate. She also collaborates as an Educational Consultant for Perkins International’s Latin America Division, specifically in Argentina, to help schools enhance their programs for students with severe multiple sensory impairments.

Nico is a certified Special Education teacher for all ages in the United States (Massachusetts and Florida) and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the United Kingdom. She is also certified as an Elementary Education teacher in Florida and the UK. Her professional endorsements include Autism, English as a Second Language, and Positive Behavior Intervention Systems.

Professional Affiliations:

  • National Education Association (NEA), United States

Our Services

Individual Counseling

Individual Counseling

We all occasionally feel sad, low, or anxious, and these emotions typically fade with time. However, some symptoms—such as persistent feelings of anxiety, sadness, loneliness, worthlessness, restlessness, fatigue, irritability, loss of interest in life, thoughts of suicide, or ongoing pain and distress—may not diminish over time or may keep recurring. These symptoms can significantly interfere with daily life and overall well-being. This is where individual counseling can help. These sessions aim to establish a genuine and supportive relationship between the individual and the counselor, empowering the individual to address various challenges from their past, present, or future. Counseling sessions are a journey of self-discovery, enabling individuals to understand their own thoughts, actions, and feelings. Through this process, they can gain greater insight into themselves, others, and the world around them.

Relationship Counseling

Relationship Counseling

Relationship counseling encompasses three key areas: premarital counseling, couples and marriage counseling, and family counseling. Relationships provide a sense of belonging, stability, security, and responsibility, along with care, love, togetherness, support, perseverance, and unwavering devotion. However, modern relationships often face challenges such as a lack of compatibility, understanding, support, or even issues like infidelity. These difficulties are compounded by the increasing stress of contemporary life, as work, family, and societal expectations place significant demands on us. One of the most critical aspects of a healthy relationship is effective communication. In our sessions, we work with both partners to foster open, honest, and constructive communication, helping them navigate their challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.

Diagnostic Testing and Assessment

Diagnostic Testing and Assessment

We provide a variety of diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, including IQ tests, ADHD evaluations, learning disability assessments, personality assessments, psycho-educational evaluations, and assessments for emotional and social challenges. Our process utilizes standardized tools such as questionnaires and checklists, known as norm-referenced tests. These tests ensure consistent evaluation and provide insights by comparing an individual's abilities to those of peers in similar age or grade groups. Developed and validated by researchers, these tests are reliable tools for identifying traits, abilities, or disorders, helping us create personalized interventions and support plans.

Adolescent Counseling

Adolescent Counseling

Adolescence is a challenging phase, marked by significant physical, emotional, and psychological changes. These shifts can leave teenagers feeling misunderstood, unappreciated, or isolated, often leading to rebellious or withdrawn behavior. Our counseling services address key concerns such as concentration, exam anxiety, time management, decision-making, study skills, low self-esteem, peer relationships, and conflicts with authority. We also provide support for emotional struggles like guilt, rejection, or feelings of worthlessness, as well as guidance on substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, and sex education. Our goal is to help adolescents build confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to navigate this critical stage successfully.

Parenting

Parenting

Parenting is a rewarding yet challenging journey, often filled with both joy and stress. Parenting coaching provides education and support to help mothers and fathers navigate this critical attachment process and adapt to new family dynamics. As one of the most important responsibilities in life, parenting rarely comes with formal training. Many parents find themselves replicating their own upbringing or doing the opposite, based on their experiences. Parenting support equips you with the skills and confidence to approach this role thoughtfully, ensuring you create a nurturing environment for your child’s growth and well-being.

Child  Counseling

Child Counseling

Children are impressionable and sensitive, requiring guidance and mentorship to grow into confident, well-rounded individuals. With their unique needs in mind, we provide specialized counseling services tailored to support their development. Our services address behavioral issues such as aggression, bullying, fear, and diet-related challenges, as well as emotional concerns like sibling rivalry, stress, anger, interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and grief. Additionally, we offer remedial counseling for learning difficulties and ADHD, ensuring each child receives the care and support they need to thrive.

Anger Management

Anger Management

Anger often arises from unfulfilled desires and expectations. It is not external factors that make us angry but rather our internal reactions to them. Understanding that anger is a by-product of our thought patterns is the first step toward managing it effectively. Through counseling, we help individuals explore their belief systems and identify the underlying causes of their anger. By fostering self-awareness, positive thinking, and a constructive attitude, we empower clients to transform their emotional responses and regain control over their lives.

Online Counseling

Online Counseling

Online counseling is a great way to get the professional help of a therapist to work on your difficulties, even when you physically cannot be present for a one-on-one counseling session. Perhaps you are a few hundred kilometres away or perhaps even a continent away, your distance does not stop you from choosing happier ways of thinking and living. We try and make the process of online counseling as smooth for you as possible.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

  • Anuradha was my colleague and I found she was absolutely goal-oriented and a very sensitive human being. All her colleagues found her warm and very positive. She exuded good vibes wherever she went and she would be an asset to whomever she works with.

    Smarajit DasGupta Principal at Podar International School under the aegis of Podar Education Trust, Mumbai.
  • Dr Anuradha is a very hard-working, compassionate and master of her art. I know her personally and professionally, she is a kind of happy person and dedicated to her profession. She can be an asset to an individual/organisation/group. I wish her all success with her new venture(s) now and in future.

    Zakir qureshi Senior Technical Specialist at AT&T
  • She is smart with good communication skills and a good understanding of human behavior which justifies her position as counselor.

    Pramendra Singh
  • I had the opportunity of working with Anuradha in the GEMS Our Own Indian School and found her to be really passionate about her profession. She has the unique ability to connect with the students and support them better. Anuradha is calm and patient under compelling situations and has excellent organizational skills. She is a quick learner and can meet organizational goals with a strategic approach. I wish Anuradha all the best in all her future endeavors.

    Lalitha Narayanan
  • Anuradha is one of the best facilitators I have come across. She has conducted numerous workshops on Psychology, Counseling Skills and REBT in our institute and for our clients. Every time she has excelled in her all her assignments and always received a very high rating from participants. She is a very competent psychologist and has equal command over psychometric assessment and in developing a new test. I have always found her to be receptive, soft-spoken and humble.

    Praveen Singh Director & Lead Faculty Cogito Training & Counselling Centre

Let’s Talk

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact me by phone or email.

Tel: +49 15251336510;

Email: [email protected]

Practice Location: Gottfried weigle strasse, Esslingen Zell, 73730

What To Expect At Your First Visit: Feeling a bit nervous about booking your first appointment or coming to a session is completely normal—many people feel the same way. Often, it’s simply because they don’t know what to expect.

At our practice, we deeply respect you and all our clients, and we are here to support you every step of the way. During your first visit, we’ll focus on understanding your unique needs and goals. This initial session is typically a case history discussion, where we explore the challenges you’re facing, outline a possible course of treatment, and explain the counsellor’s role in helping you.

Together, we’ll identify potential triggers, examine patterns of behaviour (both positive and negative), and work on reframing ideas and thoughts. We’ll also focus on enhancing your coping mechanisms to help you navigate life more effectively.

Payment: 

Payment is due in full at the conclusion of each session. Cash payments are accepted, or payments for online sessions may be made via bank transfer, to be completed prior to the session.

    1. Individual Counselling Session (In-person/Online, 60 minutes): €110, including 19% VAT
    2. Couple Counselling Session (In-person/Online, 60 minutes): €140, including 19% VAT

Cancellation Policy

If it becomes necessary to alter or cancel your appointment, we request that you inform us as soon as possible. The following terms apply:

    1. No charge for cancellations or rescheduling made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled session.
    2. Cancellations or rescheduling made within 48 hours of the session, as well as missed appointments without prior notice, will incur the full session fee.

Insurance:

Our services are:

    1. Directly covered for Tricare Prime
    2. Reimbursable by most private insurance providers. Please note, we do not offer direct billing; payments are required upfront, and clients will need to submit receipts for reimbursement through their respective insurance companies.
    3. Not covered by any German statutory health insurance providers (e.g., AOK, TK, BKK, DKK, HKK, etc.).

If you would like to contact us, please send an email to [email protected]

Experiencing a crisis?

If you need immediate help, especially if you are thinking of hurting yourself, contact the accident and emergency department of your closest hospital or your doctor. In Stuttgart, the after-hours number for psychiatric help is Psychiatrischer Notfalldienst (0711) 1 92 22 or just call the emergency number 112. Don’t wait.

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