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Good Therapy Australia

These pains you feel are messengers, listen to them.
- Rumi

Dr Werner Sattmann-Frese

Dr Werner Sattmann-Frese

Somatic Psychotherapist, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

Sustainable Living for a Sustainable Earth

Ultimo, Sydney NSW 2007

In Person + Telehealth

0488 215 970

Philosophy & Vision

I started my own healing journey following a brief psychotic episode in 1973, and since 1984, I have been a body-oriented psychotherapist working mainly in private practice. As a social ecologist and adult educator, I am committed to my clients' personal growth and healing, as well as to positive ecological change. Drawing on my medical studies at Frankfurt University, I have a particular interest in and extensive experience supporting clients dealing with physical (psychosomatic) conditions. After twenty years of working mainly as an academic teaching counselling, psychotherapy and mental health topics, I am now refocusing on my direct work with clients.

As a long-term member of the Silky Oak Zen Sangha in Kincumber on the Central Coast, I was in 2022 ordained as a Zen priest. While Buddhist thought and practice influence my work, I strongly believe that all religions are equally suited to support people in finding meaning in life.

Background

Following medical studies at Frankfurt University Medical School and training at the Chiron Centre for Holistic Psychotherapy in London, I have been in working as a body-oriented psychotherapist in a German psychosomatic clinic from 1984 to 1988 and in private practice in Australia ever since. Following the completion of my Ph.D. in Social Ecology in 2005, I have turned the focus of my work towards the integration of personal growth and ecological change. Together with Professor Stuart Hill, I am currently promoting the new profession of sustainability work through publications and presentations in Australia and India.

Services

  • Counselling, Psychotherapy, Workshops / Courses, Professional Training
  • Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals
    Clinical supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists
    Workshops and courses for members of the public, health professionals, and environmentalists

    Quality Provision

    I receive ongoing individual clinical training, attend professional development seminars and meditation courses, and enhance my skills by preparing university courses and conference presentations.

    Areas of Interest

  • ADD & ADHD - Addiction - Alcohol & Drug Dependency - Anxiety & Panic Attacks - Borderline Personality - Burnout - Chronic Fatigue - Climate Change - Conflict Resolution - Cultural Issues - Depression - Emotional Overwhelm - Life Threatening Illness - Life Transitions - Men's Issues - Psychosomatic - Self Development
  • Accreditations

    • PhD Social Ecology - 2006 - Western Sydney University
    • Master of Applied Social Science - Social Ecology - 1999 - Western Sydney University
    • Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment .. - 2005 - Berkeley Vale Community College
    • Certificate in Holistic Psychotherapy - 1984 - Chiron Centre for Holistic Psychotherapy

    Modalities

    Bio-dynamic Massage - Ecological Psychotherapy - Gestalt - Interpersonal - Meditation - Psychodynamic - Self Psychology - Somatic Psychotherapy - Transpersonal

    Therapy Approach

    Holistic, psychodynamic, psychosomatic, bodyoriented including hands-on bodywork.

    Professional Associations

    • Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia

    Practice Locations

    Office 32
    330 Wattle Street
    Ultimo NSW 2007

    Parking for clients is available in the building and on streets nearby. The closest bus stop is located at the Powerhouse Museum.

    Appointments

    2 pm to 8 pm on Mondays
    8 am to 1 pm on Tuesdays

    Fees & Insurance

    I use a sliding scale between $100 - $160 per hour, depending on income. I offer a free 20-minute initial consult on Zoom or the telephone.

    Languages

    English
    German

    Payment Options

    Cash, cheque, and bank transfer.

    Contact Werner

    Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult

      0488 215 970

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