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Psychoanalytic Private Practice
for adults in central Berlin

Psychological difficulties rarely arise in isolation.

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German / English
Privately insured patients & self-payers
Werderscher Markt 12

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Thomas Kretschmar

Thomas Kretschmar

Psychoanalyst · Psychological Psychotherapist

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Thomas Kretschmar

Psychoanalyst · Psychological Psychotherapist

Thomas Kretschmar

People seek psychotherapy for many different reasons. Some are experiencing an acute crisis, while others have struggled for years with recurring difficulties or a persistent sense that something in their life is not right.

Psychoanalysis offers a protected space in which to understand these experiences in their wider context.

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Short Term Psychotherapy and Crisis

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Psychoanalysis Berlin-Mitte | Thomas Kretschmar

1× per week

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

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Approx. 100 hours

1–2× per week

Psychoanalysis

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Approx. 3× per week

Analytical Business Coaching

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By arrangement

1× per week

Which setting is right for your situation?

Comfortable waiting area with two leather armchairs and a floor lamp

My practice is primarily intended for individuals experiencing mental health conditions associated with significant psychological distress. During an initial consultation, we can explore together whether psychotherapy or coaching is the most appropriate form of support for your particular situation.

Modern living room with black leather sofa and armchair.

Which setting is right for your situation?

My practice is primarily intended for people experiencing mental health conditions and significant psychological distress. During an initial consultation, we can explore together whether psychotherapy or coaching is right for you.

Short Term Psychotherapy and Crisis

For acute mental health conditions and stressful life situations, as ‘first aid’ or as an initial step in determining the most appropriate form of further treatment.

Psychoanalysis Berlin-Mitte | Thomas Kretschmar

1× per week

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Face-to-face treatment with an agreed, clearly defined focus for all mental health conditions.

Approx. 100 hours

1–2× per week

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Psychoanalysis

The classic treatment on the couch for patients with good introspective capacity and long-standing and/or varied symptoms.

Analytical Business Coaching Berlin | Thomas Kretschmar

Approx. 3× per week

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Analytical Business Coaching

A psychoanalytic perspective on you as an entrepreneur or manager, your company and your business relationships, with the aim of making unconscious dynamics more visible.

By arrangement

1× per week

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I studied business administration and psychology and am a state-licensed psychological psychotherapist in Germany. Today, I treat predominantly mental health disorders through psychotherapy. Based on my professional experience in business many years ago, I can also offer coaching for currently employed executives (not career counselling).

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About me

Prof. Dr.
Thomas Kretschmar

M.A. Psychology, Graduate in Business Administration, Psychoanalyst · Psychological Psychotherapist

Publications

Psychoanalysis between the inner world and the world of work

A particular focus of my research is how psychoanalytic concepts can help us understand conflicts, structural constraints, burnout and organisational defence processes. Together with colleagues, I have published numerous contributions at the intersection of inner psychological life and the world of work.

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thomas-kretschmar-seated-2026.avif

About me

Prof. Dr.
Thomas Kretschmar

M.A. Psychology, Graduate in Business Administration, Psychoanalyst · Psychological Psychotherapist

I studied business administration and psychology and am a state-licensed psychological psychotherapist in Germany. Today, I treat predominantly mental health disorders through psychotherapy. Based on my professional experience in business many years ago, I can also offer coaching for currently employed executives (not career counselling).

Read more

Psychodynamic Coaching and Supervision for Executives. An Entrepreneur and a Psychoanalyst in Dialogue

2022

Routledge

A particular focus of my research is on how psychoanalytic concepts can be applied to understanding leadership, conflicts, structural limitations, burnout, and organizational defense processes. Together with colleagues, I have published numerous contributions in the shared field of inner psychological life and the world of work.

Publications

The initial consultation provides an opportunity to understand together what has brought you to me. We will discuss your current difficulties, your symptoms and the questions that have led you to seek psychotherapeutic help. At the same time, I will begin a careful diagnostic assessment to gain an initial understanding of your situation, determine whether psychotherapy is indicated and consider which therapeutic approach is likely to be most helpful in your case.
The personal encounter is equally important. Psychotherapy is based on trust. The first consultation gives you an opportunity to experience what it feels like to speak with me and whether you can imagine us taking this therapeutic path together. At the same time, I can assess whether I am the right person to support you through this process.
Not every initial consultation leads to treatment. Sometimes another form of therapy, another therapist or a different approach may be more suitable. My aim is to help you find the treatment that best fits your individual situation.
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Initial consultation

An initial consultation provides orientation.

Practice Information

The psychoanalytic private practice is located in central Berlin, directly at Werderscher Markt.

Contact

An initial appointment is available by arrangement only via the contact form.

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Fees

Practice for privately insured and self-paying patients, as I cannot bill public health insurance.

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Address

Werderscher Markt 12
10117 Berlin

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Friedrichswerdersche Kirche neben modernem Gebäude in Berlin
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