Dr. Johanna Seiz
Psychologist
Qualifications:
- PhD in Psychology
- Diploma in Psychology
- Children and Adolescent Psychotherapist
Experience
Johanna is a psychologist and child and adolescent psychotherapist who completed her training in Germany, earning both her diploma and doctorate. With extensive experience in various clinical settings within the German healthcare system, including work in university clinics and both inpatient and outpatient settings, she has treated a wide range of disorders. Johanna has a particular interest in the relationship between mental health and educational challenges, such as school refusal, behavioural and learning difficulties, and ADHD. Additionally, she specializes in anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
In addition to her work with children and adolescents, Johanna also supports adults dealing with emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and parenting-related struggles.
Assessments
Johanna offers thorough psychological assessments for children and adolescents, addressing a variety of neurodivergent conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD, learning difficulties, and autism spectrum disorder. She takes a holistic approach to understanding each client, carefully considering their resources and strengths alongside any challenges they may face. Johanna also values input from family members and observations of behaviour in different settings, such as at school. Assessments are available in both English and German.
Therapeutic approach
In addition to conducting assessments, Johanna provides therapy and counselling for children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, school refusal, behavioural issues, and self-esteem concerns. Her therapeutic work is characterized by empathy and respect, with a focus on supporting patients in achieving their desired changes. While her primary approach is cognitive behavioural therapy, Johanna also integrates elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and systemic therapy into her practice. She offers therapy in both German and English.
Personal Information
Johanna enjoys a busy family life with her three young boys. When she has free time, she loves exploring all that Singapore has to offer, with a particular focus on its diverse food scene, family-friendly activities, and outdoor adventures.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Psychology
- Diploma in Psychology
- Children and Adolescent Psychotherapist
Experience
Johanna is a psychologist and child and adolescent psychotherapist who completed her training in Germany, earning both her diploma and doctorate. With extensive experience in various clinical settings within the German healthcare system, including work in university clinics and both inpatient and outpatient settings, she has treated a wide range of disorders. Johanna has a particular interest in the relationship between mental health and educational challenges, such as school refusal, behavioural and learning difficulties, and ADHD. Additionally, she specializes in anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
In addition to her work with children and adolescents, Johanna also supports adults dealing with emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and parenting-related struggles.
Assessments
Johanna offers thorough psychological assessments for children and adolescents, addressing a variety of neurodivergent conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD, learning difficulties, and autism spectrum disorder. She takes a holistic approach to understanding each client, carefully considering their resources and strengths alongside any challenges they may face. Johanna also values input from family members and observations of behaviour in different settings, such as at school. Assessments are available in both English and German.
Therapeutic approach
In addition to conducting assessments, Johanna provides therapy and counselling for children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, school refusal, behavioural issues, and self-esteem concerns. Her therapeutic work is characterized by empathy and respect, with a focus on supporting patients in achieving their desired changes. While her primary approach is cognitive behavioural therapy, Johanna also integrates elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and systemic therapy into her practice. She offers therapy in both German and English.
Personal Information
Johanna enjoys a busy family life with her three young boys. When she has free time, she loves exploring all that Singapore has to offer, with a particular focus on its diverse food scene, family-friendly activities, and outdoor adventures.