Katharina Helms, MSc

A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

A pattern of alcohol consumption that has become harmful to a person's health, relationships, or ability to function day-to-day.

Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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.

A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.

The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.

An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.