We warmly welcome Petra as a new graduate team member at International Counselling. Petra offers psychosocial counselling in English and German for adults and adolescents, both in person in Zurich and online. Here is a little bit about Petra:
I grew up in Switzerland and moved to Asia in my early twenties. I lived there for over two decades, where I developed a deep appreciation for Eastern culture and values. This experience significantly enhanced my cultural sensitivity and broadened my perspective, which I bring into my counseling practice. During the pandemic, my family of five relocated back to Switzerland. This transition gave me firsthand insight into the complexities of relocation—supporting children as they adapt to a new school system, language, and way of life while helping them establish roots in Switzerland.
I take an integrative approach to counseling, with a specialization in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). I have developed practical skills in addressing depression, anxiety disorders, unhelpful perfectionism, and unhealthy people-pleasing tendencies. Additionally, I have extensive experience in grief interventions, including grief interventions during the Covid-19 pandemic. My interests also encompass life transitions, loss, self-worth and cultivating self-compassion. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
To get in contact with Petra please email info@internationalcounselling.ch for a free 20 min introduction session.