Helmut Appel
Psychotherapist (Registered)
“I'm a licensed CBT therapist (PhD) with a research background in clinical psychology. In my private practice, I treat a wide range of mental health issues, with a focus on OCD and health anxiety. I offer warm, structured, evidence-based support in English or German.”
About Me
I offer warm, structured CBT to help you navigate challenging mental health issues. My approach is rooted in clinical psychology research, providing evidence-based support. I specialise in working with OCD and health anxiety, helping clients develop practical strategies. Sessions are offered in English or German. My goal is to empower you to build lasting coping skills and regain control.
Approach
I guide therapy from clear problem formulations into small, measurable experiments that test unhelpful beliefs and gently reduce avoidance. In my Köln practice or online I conduct sessions bilingually, keeping a predictable pace with focused agendas so you know what to expect each week. We build and practice behavioural experiments and simple routines between sessions, using brief tracking and revisiting results together to shape the next step. This way of working suits people who want practical, gradual change and clearer control over anxiety.
Services
Services Offered:
- •Psychotherapy
- •CBT
- •Individual Therapy
Works With:
- •Adults
- •Individuals
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
- •Life Transitions
- •Anxiety
- •Chronic Illness
- •LGBTQI+ Support
- •OCD
Professional Title:
- •Psychotherapist (Registered)
Qualifications
Köln-Bonner Akademie Für Verhaltenstherapie
University of Cologne
University of Cologne
Registrations
Chamber of Psychotherapists NRW
Psychotherapist