Mr Jonathan Back
Registered Psychologist
“I work with individuals and professionals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or out of balance, even when life looks fine on the outside. Many of my clients are expats and high-achieving professionals navigating stress, major life transitions, or the weight of ongoing responsibility. As an English-speaking psychologist in Hamburg, I offer a calm, confidential space where we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and work toward steadier, more sustainable ways forward.”
About Me
Approach
My approach is calm, direct and grounded in ACT. I focus on helping people understand what’s actually happening in their lives rather than getting lost in theory or jargon. Having lived and worked across countries myself, I’m familiar with the stress, disconnection and pressure that expats and professionals deal with. In sessions we take things step by step, make sense of your patterns, and work out what needs to shift so life feels more workable again. It’s practical, steady work, not quick fixes.
Services
Services Offered:
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ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
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Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
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MBCT (Mindfulness-Based CBT)
A therapy combining mindfulness meditation with cognitive behavioural techniques, designed particularly to prevent relapse in depression.
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Works With:
- •Adults
- •Individuals
- •Organisations
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Codependency
A relational pattern in which a person's sense of identity and self-worth becomes excessively tied to caring for or controlling another person, often at their own expense.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Professional Title:
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Registered Psychologist
A psychologist registered with a regulatory body to provide psychological assessment and treatment.
Qualifications
Registered Psychologist
Psychology Board of Australia
Year: 2008
