Internet addiction: Information, tips and help in Berlin & online
Hypnotherapy and Hypnobalancing™ in BerlinHelp with internet addiction
The internet has exploded to become a daily part of our lives. For the majority of individuals, the internet represents an incredible information tool and unquestionable opportunity for social connectedness, self-education, and economic betterment. Some people develop an internet addiction. This website is about hypnosis, hypnotherapy, Hypnobalancing™.
Overview
- Internet Addiction
- Dependency? Lost in the net?
- Consequences of internet addiction
- Types of Internet addiction
- Help with internet addiction
Internet Addiction
The internet has become an normal part of life. For most people, the internet is a source of information and opportunity for social contacts, education and economic opportunities. With all the social media, it’s hard to survive the day without having to access the Internet in any way.
The possibilities of searching, chatting, shopping, working, playing and finding information on the internet is promising. But where there is light, there is often shadow. Some people develop a dependency.
Dependency? Lost in the net?
Dependency? In a true dependency, one becomes compulsively dependent on a particular type of stimulation to the point where getting a steady supply of that stimulation becomes the only and central focus of life. Addicts are increasingly neglecting their jobs, relationships and ultimately even their health. Some addictions develop a tolerance. With this phenomenon, more and more stimulation is required to produce the same pleasurable effect. If this does not work, the deficiency can lead to withdrawal symptoms and a vicious circle stabilizes.
Consequences of internet addiction
The sooner help is sought, the better the chances of a successful treatment. Often, Internet usage increases over time and the associated consequences increase. Many opportunities are blocked, for example, by bad grades. It can lead to the termination of the study, to the loss of the job and to loneliness. As a result, the Internet is often used even more often. The Internet forms the framework of life. Affected individuals find it increasingly difficult to leave the vicious circle.
Types of Internet addiction
There are many types of internet addiction, including games, gambling, shopping and pornography, all characterized by the inappropriate and excessive use of online activity.
Help with internet addiction
It is important to change the addictive or at least restrictive use of the Internet in favor of a satisfying, self-determined life.
Often it is necessary to strengthen the self-esteem and to promote a fulfilling lifestyle. During therapy, the resources of those affected are strengthened. It supports dealing with stress and negative feelings, building positive social relationships and supporting family, partners or friends.
Hypnotherapy helps to understand the circumstances and relationships. If needed, hypnosis analysis helps to clarify the cause of the addictions. The goal of hypnotherapy is to eliminate negative patterns and establish the desired new ones.
The choice of methods and results vary from person to person. The willingness to participate in treatment for internet addiction has a significant impact on success.
The Internet is used for many tasks. It is important to design constructive interaction. Total abstinence is rarely a relevant option.
How to Decide to Ask for Help
Overcoming Doubts About Seeking Support
Are you wondering whether you need professional help to recover? You might feel that you should handle things on your own, or that seeking help means you’re not strong enough. Perhaps you are afraid that discussing your issues could worsen your symptoms. These concerns are natural, but addressing them can clear the way for meaningful progress.
The Value of Reaching Out
Taking the step to seek help doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It’s a sign of emotional strength and self-awareness. Therapy offers the chance to balance personal autonomy with the support of a trusted professional. An experienced therapist will guide you at a comfortable pace, never pressuring you to discuss topics you’re not ready for. Emotional resilience grows through learning when and how to seek support while maintaining independence.
Assessing the Impact of Symptoms
To determine if professional assistance might benefit you, consider how your symptoms affect your daily life:
- Are your relationships fulfilling and healthy?
- Can you focus and perform effectively at work?
- Do you feel joy and satisfaction in your daily life?
- Is there a sense that life could be more fulfilling?
If your symptoms limit your ability to thrive in these areas, reaching out for help could be a valuable step.
Who Can Assist You?
Are you thinking about working with me? If you know someone I’ve helped, their experience might provide valuable insights. If not, explore the resources on this website to get a clear impression of my approach and expertise. Trust is the cornerstone of effective therapy, and I strive to build it through transparency and openness.
Meet Your Therapist
Specialized Care for Anxiety, Fear, and Trauma
With over 20 years of experience, I have focused my practice on helping individuals overcome fears, anxiety disorders, and trauma. Each week, I dedicate approximately 20 hours to empowering clients to break free from their limitations and achieve a higher quality of life.
A Trust-Based, Personalized Approach
Therapy is a personal journey. To build trust and provide transparency, I offer insights into my professional background and therapeutic philosophy in my profile. This openness sets the stage for a collaborative relationship, ensuring you feel supported and understood.
Flexible Language Options
To meet your unique needs, sessions are available in German and English. This flexibility ensures effective communication and comfort for all clients.
What does hypnotherapy cost?
Here are some organizational details. Please read them before the appointment reservation. People often ask, "How much does hypnotherapy cost?" What is meant by this are the presumed total costs, which result from the fee and the duration of the psychotherapy with hypnotherapy.
Fee for psychotherapy
Hourly Rates
The fees for a 60-minute psychotherapy session during regular business hours (Monday to Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) are as follows:
A. Online or telephone sessions: €189
B. In-person sessions at my office: €229
C. Flexible scheduling (short-term appointment changes up to 24 hours in advance for A or B: Additional €45 per session.
Psychotherapy services are VAT-exempt according to § 4 No. 14 a) UStG.
Terms and Conditions
Scheduling
General appointments are available Monday to Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sessions outside these hours, on weekends, or public holidays, incur a 35% surcharge.
The minimum session duration is 60 minutes, with additional time billed in 30-minute increments.
Rescheduling Policy
Sessions lasting up to 120 minutes may be rescheduled once, with at least 72 hours’ notice.
Longer sessions or sessions exceeding 120 minutes in a week require at least 14 days’ notice for rescheduling.
Missed or late cancellations are charged in full. Rescheduled sessions must be used within 12 months.
Alternatives for Missed Appointments
If you cannot attend in person, you can switch to an online video or telephone session at the scheduled time.
Payment Terms
Payment must be fully received via bank transfer 7 days before the appointment.
Cash payments on the day of the session may be allowed on a case-by-case basis; please inquire in advance.
Package Offers
Package deals are not available for psychotherapy services.
Travel Expenses
Travel, accommodation, and per diem expenses are charged separately.
For travel within Berlin, a minimum hourly rate applies.
Travel outside Berlin is billed based on time and effort, subject to individual agreement.
Personalized and Non-Transferable Services
All bookings are exclusively for one-on-one sessions and are non-transferable.
Right of Withdrawal
The provisions of the Distance Selling Act (Fernabsatzgesetz) apply to services booked by telephone, letter, email, or online form.
You may cancel a booking within 14 days of purchase without providing a reason.
If the service begins within the withdrawal period, the registration is considered a request to initiate service early.
Cost Coverage by Health Insurance Companies and Other Insurers
National health insurance companies typically do not cover psychotherapy fees. However, policies vary, so you must contact your insurance provider to clarify their specific guidelines and coverage options.
What You Need to Know
- Invoice Classification:
You will receive an invoice from me, classified according to ICD-10 standards, to assist with any reimbursement claims. - Prior Approval:
Please discuss your therapy plans with your insurer in advance to avoid unexpected issues. - Application Support:
If additional documentation or applications are required by your insurer, we can address this together during our sessions.
For more information or assistance, feel free to reach out to me directly.
Therapy Duration and Expectations
Initial Session
The first therapy session lasts 90 minutes. This extended duration allows us to establish a foundation, understand your unique concerns, and set goals for your therapy journey.
Follow-Up Sessions
Subsequent sessions are typically 60 minutes long. The number of sessions required varies significantly based on individual personalities and specific circumstances.
Typical Session Range
- For anxiety disorders, clients often attend 3 to 8 sessions.
- By the second session, many clients gain clarity about their commitment and therapy trajectory.
Personalized Guidance
After the initial sessions, I will provide an estimate of the number of sessions you may need based on your progress and my professional experience. This collaborative approach ensures that therapy is tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Just ask me personally.
Let's talk. Please read the privacy policy. If you are interested, you can contact me for questions and appointments via this contact form or by e-mail (mail@berlin-hypnosis.com). Make sure I understand what you are asking for.
You can find answers to frequently asked questions, such as fees, on the home page. There are also lots of articles and details about me (profile) to help you get an idea of who I am. This will also make it easier for you to decide if I am the right therapist for you and your problem.
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Appointment booking
Please read the important information before making an appointment with me, including the contraindications for psychotherapy with hypnotherapy. I have answered frequently asked questions for you. For the success of your therapy, this information is of crucial importance. If this attracts you, then you can find out about booking your appointment here. The better you are informed, the faster we can focus on you and your wishes.
To make an appointment, you can preferably contact me by e-mail (mail@noack-hypnose.de) or by using the contact form (privacy policy) as well as by phone 01577 704 53 56 or 030 - 864 213 69. You will then receive a confirmation of your reservation by e-mail. In this reply, you will find the details for the first session. This usually happens within 24 hours. If you do not receive a reply, it could be because an email has ended up in the spam filter. In such a case, please call me.
There are only a few practice hours available, and they want to be used well. The fee for individual session hours is therefore always to be paid in full by bank transfer, with payment received at least 7 days before the session.
Why at least 7 days in advance? I would like to do it differently, but this is the best practice. Appointments that have not been confirmed with payment received seven days in advance are noticeably more likely to be canceled. And the repeated callbacks take up a lot of time. Because of this, I'm currently faced with the decision of whether and how to either significantly adjust fees to absorb this or to consistently organize in a way that is fair to all parties. Because of this, I am also offering options in terms of shifting appointments with the fees.
There is a maximum of 20 hours a week available for psychotherapy, and any canceled appointment means patients are unable to benefit from psychotherapy help. I understand that it would be more convenient for you otherwise, but this solution is the fairest for all involved.
You can use real-time bank transfer (costs 25 Ct. at Sparkasse Berlin, for example) for time-sensitive appointments, and the transfer takes a few minutes, or we can make an appointment with appropriate advance preparation. If this is not an option for you, please let me know immediately so that I can assign your appointment. Otherwise, I appreciate your understanding and look forward to intensive cooperation.
Preparation for the first session
With the confirmation of your appointment, you will receive recommendations on how to prepare for your first session with me. With your appointment confirmation, you will receive recommendations on how to prepare for your first session with me. You will also get an overview of what to consider regarding the Coronavirus during in-office appointments and how to prepare best for online sessions.
The first session: Step by step
The optimal prerequisites are set right at the beginning. In the first meeting, we create the basis for intensive cooperation. Step by step:
1. Preparation
The first session is generally 90 minutes so that there is enough time for an in-depth preliminary discussion, in which we can clarify questions. Then we begin with a detailed dialogue, with the anamnesis, in order to adapt the therapeutic plan individually to your personal needs. For this purpose, we define your goals and motives and discuss the steps.
2. First intervention
As soon as you are ready for it, we get to work. You set the pace. In the second part of the session, we figure out the easiest way to get you into a comfortable, relaxed hypnotic state. You will experience an introductory trance. This enables access to your unconscious and permits initial suggestions. How far we proceed with this in the first session will be determined by your reactions. Finally, I gently lead you out of the trance.
3. Evaluation, options, and outlook
Following the first trance, I will respond to your questions, and we will discuss how to proceed with your hypnotherapy. In most cases, you will receive recommendations you can apply to complement and enhance the work we do together, even beyond the sessions. It is crucial that you not only feel better in the session, but also have an improvement in your everyday life. The more effectively we work together, the sooner I make myself superfluous as your therapist. That's it!
Self-hypnosis
When appropriate, I will teach you self-hypnosis to complement the hypnosis sessions. Self-hypnosis is a tool to control unconscious processes and thus mental states by yourself.
After you enjoyed positive trance experiences with my support, you can learn self-hypnosis very quickly. This helps you to progress self-determined. It accelerates the process, deepens, and consolidates what has been achieved in the therapy sessions. Your autonomy is thus fostered. A good therapist makes himself superfluous as soon as possible. Self-hypnosis is an excellent method of self-help that can be used beyond the actual issue.
Important Information Before Contacting Me
Read This First
Before reaching out, please take the time to review the detailed information on the following topics:
- Fees and Booking Procedures
- Contraindications for Hypnotherapy
- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About This Page
This page is designed to provide essential information for individuals interested in psychotherapy through hypnotherapy. However, it is not intended to replace professional psychotherapy, medical consultations, examinations, or diagnoses by a licensed medical practitioner.
My Role and Expertise
I am a hypnotherapist licensed to practice psychotherapy under the HPG (Heilpraktikergesetz). My work focuses on helping people manage anxiety and anxiety disorders. It is important to note the following distinctions:
- I am not a medical doctor.
- I do not provide medical diagnoses, prescribe medications, or make promises of healing.
- Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care where such intervention is necessary.
Contact Me
If you have any questions about psychotherapy with hypnotherapy, feel free to reach out. I am happy to provide more information and guide you on how hypnotherapy can support your journey to improved well-being.
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Published: March 12, 2007
Author: Karsten Noack
Revision: January 17, 2025
Translation: May 26, 2008
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