Psychotherapy, sexual therapy
and therapy for couples

Psychotherapist (psychoanalytic-psychodynamic therapy, dynamic group psychotherapy) sexual therapy and therapy for couples | LGBTQIA+ | kink sensitive

Ing. Gerda Baier BSc. MA

I am a psychotherapist for dynamic group psychotherapy, as well as a life and social counsellor and business coach. Due to my specialization in sexual therapy and therapy for couples, I am currently undergoing intensive further training. Accompanying people in their personal, partnership and sexual development processes is very important to me. In an appreciative environment, we discuss all your issues relating to monogamy, consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, queer, open relationships, kink, BDSM, alternative sexuality and asexuality. In a protected environment, you will find a space for dialogue, reflection, understanding and new perspectives.

My key areas

sexual therapy: support with sexual challenges, listlessness, shame, sexual identity and communication
therapy for couples and relationship crises: understanding of conflicts, strengthening bonding, rediscovering sexuality, accompanying break-ups
polyamory, consensual non-monogamy and alternative relationship concepts: dealing with jealousy, boundaries, openness and communication
kink-sensitive psychotherapy: BDSM, fetishes and special sexual preferences
support for LGBTQIA+: coming out, finding identity, strengthening self-esteem and resilience
psychological stress: anxiety, depressive moods, psychosomatic complaints, long Covid, upheaval situations

About me

psychotherapist (dynamic group psychotherapy)
certified life and social counsellor
business coach (certified according to ICI)
Wingwave® Coach
diploma course in Buddhist Science of Mind Tibet Centre Institute, Hüttenberg
Master's degree in Applied Knowledge Management University of Applied Sciences Burgenland, Eisenstadt
Bachelor's degree in Innovation Management FH Campus02, Graz

Further education

Sexual therapy and therapy for couples
(Integrative Gestalt Therapy | ÖAGG) in training
Schema therapy (basic course)
(Institute for Schema Therapy Graz) in training
Psychodynamic Imaginative Trauma Therapy (PITT) (Ulrike Reddemann | APSYS)
Mindful Self-Compassion
(Christopher Germer)

A space of diversity

My practice space is a safe place for all your concerns. Regardless of your sexual orientation, gender identity or relationship form. Whether queer, trans*, non-binary, monogamous or polyamorous - your individual reality is welcome!

I work sex and LGBTQIA+ positive, kink aware and BDSM friendly. My specialities are:

sexual therapy
therapy for couples
relationship crises
grief / loss / separation
self-worth / self-awarenes
guilt / shame
general life crisis / dissatisfaction
overload / underload / upheaval
psychological effects of Long Covid
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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a scientifically based method that assumes that body and soul form a unity. Based on this, illnesses and conditions are either the cause or the expression of mental imbalance.

Initial consultation and course of therapy

In the initial consultation, we get to know each other and clarify if the therapeutic collaboration is suitable for you. The basis for effective psychotherapy is an open, secure and trusting relationship between you and me as your therapist. We talk about the framework conditions and your therapy goals.

Setting

individual therapy (50 min.)
couples therapy (90 min.)
online appointments possible
therapy languages: German, English
frequency: weekly or 2-weekly recommended

LGBTQIA+, polyamory, BDSM, kink aware

I can support you in all topics about LGBTQIA+, polyamory, BDSM, kinks, sexual therapy, therapy of couples. All other topics are also welcome!

Costs and health insurance

You can apply for partial reimbursement from your health insurance provider. The amount of the subsidy varies depending on the insurance company - we will discuss all the details during the initial consultation.

Confidentiality

I am subject to the statutory duty of confidentiality in accordance with Section 15 of the Austrian Psychotherapy Act (PsthG). Your data and concerns are safe with me.

Sexual therapy in Graz

Contact and appointments

Please send me a message or a SMS, I will answer your enquiry as soon as possible.

Crises

In acute crises, you can contact the psychiatric crisis hotline for Styria:
0800 44 99 33

I work with people, not with labels.
A lot of what is considered ‘wrong’, “perverse” or ‘strange’ in society can lead to unnecessary suffering. Psychotherapy is the value-neutral space in which you can sort, analyse and trace and discover an appreciative approach to your sexual preferences. Feel free to tell me how you would like me to address you.
My pronouns are she / her.

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