Pia
Nussbaum
Psychotherapy in Vienna
English-Speaking Systemic Family Therapist in Vienna – Individuals, Couples & Families
Welcome to My Private Practice in Vienna’s 7th District
I am a systemic family therapist offering psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families in a safe and supportive environment. My private practice is located in the 7th district, close to Mariahilferstraße and a 5-minute walk from U3 Neubaugasse.
Please note that I am not a native speaker, However, I am fluent in English, having lived in New York and travelled extensively over the years to the U.K. In my practice, I will provide a comfortable and safe environment for you, meeting you at eye level with an unconditional positive regard.
Who Can Benefit from Therapy?
Psychotherapy can help if you:
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Feel unhappy with your life
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Struggle with unhelpful emotions or self-perceptions
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Are experiencing a personal crisis
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Face relationship conflicts
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Deal with family conflicts
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Are affected by mental health challenges, either personally or in your family
Pia Nussbaum
Psychotherapist
Somewhere beyond right and wrong, there is a garden. I will meet you there.
(Rumi)
Branding
Individual Therapy
I work with individuals on
issues such as:
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Psychosomatic problems
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Issues in relationships or
within families -
Anxiety, panic attacks, sleeping problems
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Work-related stress or burnout
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Grief, loss or illness of a loved
one -
Low of self-esteem
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Sexual identity concerns
Couples Therapy
I help couples address:
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Conflicts and communication problems
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Affairs and rebuilding trust
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Sex, intimacy, and connection
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Separation, divorce, or life transitions
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Retirement and aging together
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Illness or caregiving in a relationship
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Family life challenges
Optional Co-Therapy: Upon request, sessions can be co-facilitated with a male or female colleague.
Family Therapy
I offer support for issues such as:
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Conflicts and intergenerational conflicts
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Challenges in family life and blended families
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Communication problems
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Illness of a family member
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Loss of a family member
General Information
I work as a psychotherapist in the 7th district close to Mariahilferstraße. It is a 5 minute walk form U3 Neubaugasse. My practice is in an old build offering a light and airy space.
Appointments
Appointments for individuals, couples and families are available from Monday to Thursday throughout the day and evening. I offer psychotherapy in my practice and via ZOOM. If you would like to have an appointment please contact me under my phone number 0664 41 65 113 or E-Mail: office@psychotherapie-nussbaum.at.
First session
The first part of your psychotherapy session is to get to know one another. As I will need to understand why you are seeking therapy I will ask you about your needs, issues & problems and how you took care of your mental health in the past. We will talk about your current situation and your goals. At the end we are going to talk about conditions and costs.
Fees
Individual therapy € 120 (50 Minuten)
Couple therapy € 240 (90 Minuten)
Family therapy € 240 (90 Minuten)
According to § 6 Abs. 1 Z 19 UStG psychotherapeutic treatment is excluded from value added tax.
The fees include treatment, pre- and post-processing, copies and information material. For the first session the fee is payable in cash and afterwards the fees can be transferred. You will receive an invoice after each session.
Frequency
I usually work on a weekly or biweekly basis with individuals, couples and families. In regards to the length of a therapy my motto is "as short as possible and as long as necessary". Some issues take a few sessions and other concerns need a longer therapy process.
Health refund
A partial refund through the health insurance is possible.
ÖGK: 33.70 Euro
SVS: 46.60 Euro
KFA: 36 Euro
BVAEB: 45 Euro
As of March 2024
In case you have a private health insurance, please check the conditions of your insurance company, as some of them offer full coverage for psychotherapy. Unfortunately, the health insurance does not cover any costs for couple therapy.
Cancellation
An appointment missed or cancelled within less than 48 hours notice will be charged.
Confidentiality
Psychotherapeutic sessions underly legal & professional discretion laws (Law of psychotherapy - Psychotherapiegesetz § 15) and are essential in my field of work.
Therapy Methods
I use a variety of systemic therapy methods, tailored to your needs:
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Circular questioning
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Solution-focused and constructive questions
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Reframing (changing perspectives on situations)
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Externalization (separating problems from the self)
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Metaphors and visualizations
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Family sculpting and family board techniques
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Creative materials for reflection and exercises
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Tasks and observations between sessions
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Rituals to strengthen new perspectives
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Reflecting team (colleague observation and feedback)
Additional Methods
When needed, I also integrate:
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Nonviolent Communication (NVC) – to express feelings, listen empathically, and resolve conflicts constructively
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Brainspotting – to access and process unresolved emotional experiences and strengthen inner resources
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Clinical hypnosis - "Within your own story, you can find the resources you need." Clinical hypnosis provides access to inner experiences, abilities and resources that are already part of us. In a state of focussed attention, these resources can become more accessible and support meaningful change. It is not about changing the past, but about rediscovering what has already helped you grow, come and overcome challenges. In this way, your own story can become a source of strength for the present.
About me
Connecting with people and trying to understand their world was always important to me. I have worked over 15 years as a counsellor, life coach, supervisior and trainer, helping indivduals, couples and groups with their personal or professional issues. Becoming a psychotherapist enables me to extend my scope of work.
Psychotherapy can help you to explore other ways of thinking, feeling and how you see yourself. As a family therapist I work solution-focused, taking enough time to understand your current situation. I work with all age groups, regardless of their sexual orientation and cultural background.
My approach is solution-focused, respectful, and open-minded. I work with all age groups, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations. I continuously engage in supervision, self-awareness sessions, and ongoing professional development to provide the best support possible.
I want you to feel safe, comfortable, and fully supported on your journey toward clarity, balance, and personal growth.
Kind regards
Pia Nussbaum
Contact
Pia Nussbaum
Psychotherapist
Lindengasse 37/13
1070 Wien
Phone: 0664 41 65 113
Mail: office@psychotherapie-nussbaum.at
Web: www.psychotherapie-nussbaum.at
I look forward to supporting you on your path toward understanding yourself better and creating meaningful change.