SUSANA
BORGES GOMES
With over a decade of clinical experience, I bring a depth of expertise to every session. I began my career in 2011 as a therapist on an inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry unit at St. Joseph Krankenhaus in Berlin. This extensive clinical experience strengthened my diagnostic eye and provided me with a broad understanding of a wide range of mental health conditions.
EDUCATION
Studies in Educational and Communication Sciences in Freiburg
Training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist at the Academy for Psychotherapy and Intervention Research at the University of Potsdam
Licensed psychotherapist since 2014
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCES
2011 - 2019: St. Joseph Krankenhaus, Berlin-Tempelhof
Department of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
2018 - 2022; Outpatient Psychotherapy Practice of Maria Tolksdorf, Berlin-Mitte
2019 - 2022: Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Practice of Frau Myriam Khalaf-Merettig, Berlin-Pankow
FURTHER PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Lecturer at the Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Training Institute "Association for Behavior Modification" - AVM
Supervisor at the "German Association for Behavioral Therapy" - DGVT
LISA
DINKEL
EDUCATION
Master's degree in Education, Psychology and Sociology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University in Munich.
Training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist at the Institute for Behavioral Therapy (IVB) in Berlin.
Licensed psychotherapist since 2020.
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCES
2014-2015: Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Practice of Dr. med. Mahnaz Memarzadeh, Berlin-Charlottenburg/Wilmersdorf
2015-2016: Evangelisches Krankenhaus Königin Elisabeth Herzberge, Berlin-Lichtenberg
Department of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
2021-2023: Stitz Practice
Outpatient Psychotherapy Practice Berlin-Karlshorst
2018-2024: Jugendwohnen im Kiez
Systemic Family Therapy, Berlin-Kreuzberg
CHRISTIANE
NIEMEIER
Before joining Gomes Psychotherapy and Counseling in 2026, I worked as a licensed psychotherapist in an outpatient child and adolescent psychiatry setting.
I began my professional career in social pediatrics, where I gained valuable experience in interdisciplinary diagnostics, psychological assessment, and counseling. Driven by my interest in therapeutic work, I subsequently completed my training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist. Since then, I have focused on providing evidence-based psychotherapeutic care for children, adolescents, and their families.
EDUCATION
Studied psychology at the Westfälische Wilhelms University of Münster (Bachelor) and the Bergische University of Wuppertal (Master)
Training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist at AKiP (Training Institute for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy of the University Hospital of Cologne (AKiP)
Licensed psychotherapist since 2024
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCES
2025: Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Practice of Dr. Fritze, Berlin Steglitz
2018 - 2024: Pediatric Neurological Center (SPZ) of LVR Clinic Bonn
2018 - 2024: as part of therapy training:
LVR Klinik, Department of Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Bonn
AKiP-Universitätsklinik Köln
Outpatient Clinic
von der Heydte Practice
Outpatient Psychotherapy Practice, Bonn
2015 - 2017: Social Pediatric Center of Elisabeth Krankenhaus, Mönchengladbach
FERNANDA VON SCHULTZENDORFF
I obtained my license as a behavioral therapist in the summer of 2023 and have been working as part of
Gomes Psychotherapy and Counseling since spring 2024.
My previous clinical experience at St. Joseph Krankenhaus provided me with valuable insights into child and adolescent mental health care, strengthened my diagnostic expertise, and allowed me to work closely within an interdisciplinary team. In an outpatient child and adolescent psychiatry setting, my work included psychological assessment, collaborative care coordination, and psychotherapeutic treatment.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Educational Sciences in Frankfurt am Main
Master's degree in Educational Sciences in Berlin
Training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist at the Center for Mental Health (ZGFU) at the Free University of Berlin
Licensed psychotherapist since 2023
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCES
2019-2020: St. Joseph Krankenhaus, Berlin-Tempelhof
Department of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
2020-2022: Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Practice of Dr. Treuter and Prof. Greven in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
WHY we believe in CBT
We practice evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - exploring everyday challenges together and building meaningful change in how children and teenagers think, feel and act.
Every child is different. With younger children, we us therapeutic play to help express emotions and try out new behaviors in a safe space. With older children and teenagers, we draw on proven techniques such as exposure, cognitive restructuring, emotion regulation skills, relaxation excercises, and conflict or problem solving.
Our goal is to discover each young person's strengths - and find solutions that last.
MODALITIES AND PROCEDURE
WHAT we are specialized in
ANXIETY
Anxiety is a natural response to perceived threats and can range from mild uneasiness to intense fear or panic. It is often accompanied by physical symptoms such as a racing heartbeat, dizziness, or sweating. Over time, children and adolescents may begin to avoid situations that trigger anxiety, which can further affect their everyday life.
Common anxiety disorders in childhood and adolescence include separation anxiety, performance and school-related anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks.
Child and adolescent-specific anxiety disorders include separation anxiety, (school) performance anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks.
OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)
Obsessive-compulsive symptoms can present as intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviours (compulsions), most commonly involving excessive washing, checking, ordering, or counting rituals.
Children and adolescents affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often experience significant distress. Although they usually recognise that their thoughts or behaviours are unreasonable, they may feel unable to control or stop them.
DEPRESSION
Depression in children and adolescents can present through persistent low mood, loss of interest or enjoyment, reduced self-confidence, lack of motivation, and increased fatigue.
Physical symptoms may also occur, including changes in appetite, sleep difficulties, and problems with concentration. In more severe cases, young people may experience recurring thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
TIC DISORDERS
Tic disorders are neurological conditions that may be temporary or persist over a longer period of time. They involve involuntary movements or sounds. Vocal tics may include throat clearing or coughing, while motor tics can involve movements such as repeated blinking or nose wrinkling.
TRAUMA
AND
STRESS-RELATED
DISORDERS
Difficult or traumatic life experiences, such as the loss of a loved one, accidents, or experiences of physical or sexual violence, can lead to trauma-related emotional difficulties.
Children and adolescents may respond with increased anxiety, avoidance of situations that remind them of the experience, and difficulties regulating their emotions. In children, trauma-related symptoms may also include nightmares or distressing memories.
SOMATIC
SYMPTOM
DISORDERS
Somatic symptom disorders, sometimes referred to as psychosomatic complaints, involve physical symptoms that cannot be fully explained by a medical cause. These may include functional headaches or abdominal pain, chest pain, or dizziness.
Although the symptoms are physical and real, psychological factors such as stress or emotional strain can play an important role in their development and persistence.
AD(H)D
Children and adolescents with ADHD may experience difficulties sustaining attention, regulating impulses, and maintaining physical calm over longer periods of time. While some children appear particularly restless and active, others may seem more quiet and easily distracted.
The school environment, with its many demands and sources of stimulation, can be especially challenging. As a result, children and adolescents with ADHD may also experience difficulties with learning, organisation, and academic performance.
EATING
DISORDERS
Eating disorders involve persistent difficulties with eating behaviour, food, and body image. They include conditions such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder.
Symptoms may include restrictive eating, episodes of binge eating, compensatory behaviours such as vomiting, or a feeling of losing control over eating. Eating disorders can significantly affect physical health, emotional wellbeing, and everyday life.
You can reach us by phone during our consultation hours on Fridays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at 030 32590135.
Alternatively, you are welcome to contact us by email at info@psychotherapie-gomes.de. We will do our best to respond to your request as soon as possible.
Important notice for emergencies:
Our practice cannot be reached outside consultation hours and is not able to provide acute crisis intervention. If you or your child are experiencing an acute emotional crisis, please contact:
Berlin Crisis Service (Berliner Krisendienst): 030 390 63 00 — 24h, counselling is available in English as well as German.
Nummer gegen Kummer – Children's and Youth Helpline: 116 111 (Mon–Sat, 2–8pm) — free and anonymous
Parents' Helpline: 0800 111 0 550 (Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Tue & Thu until 7pm) — free and anonymous
In an emergency, please call emergency services on 112 or go to your nearest psychiatric emergency department.
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Contact
The practice is located at Schumannstraße 1A, 10117 Berlin-Mitte, close to Charité.
The practice is easily accessible by public transport and by car. The nearest S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations are Friedrichstraße, Bundestag, and Oranienburger Tor.
WHICH fees we charge
As accredited behavioural therapists (Kassenzulassung), we bill your statutory health insurance company directly — no separate application needed. Beihilfe and private health insurers generally cover the costs as well.