About me
Hello and welcome to my practice!
I am Dr. Wolfgang Rotem Avituv, BSc, MA
Clinical psychologist according to §§ 4, 22, 25, 27 and 29 Psychologists Act 2013, BGBl. I No. 182/2013 .
Registered in the public register of clinical psychologists of the Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection (BMSGPK) in accordance with Section 28 of the Psychologists Act 2013, Federal Law Gazette I No. 182/2013 .
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I run the practice for cliché psychology in Thalgau , near Salzburg, with a clear focus on evidence-based clinical psychological therapies, namely cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and rational-emotive behavioral therapy (REBT).
With over 18 years of experience, my goal is to help you sustainably improve your quality of life and effectively overcome challenges.
My way of working
I offer you empathetic and professional therapy in a safe, respectful environment. My methods are based on scientifically sound procedures, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy. I emphasize individualized, tailored therapy planning and continuous evaluation to best achieve your goals.
Previous activities:
Austrian Academy of Psychology (AAP) - Salzburg
Graduate of clinical psychological training according to §§ 12 para. 5 no. 2, 23 and 24 Psychologists Act 2013, Federal Law Gazette I No. 182/2013
2008-2015
Bar-Ilan University
Doctor in Clinical Psychology - Ph.D.
Doctoral thesis :
Intergenerational trauma in Holocaust families.
2005-2007
Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest
Master of Arts in Clinical and Health Psychology - MA
Master's thesis :
Smoking and mental symptoms – Smoking, depressive symptoms and trait anxiety
2002-2005
University of Vienna
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - B.Sc.
Bachelor theses :
Emotional predisposition in decision-making
- The effectiveness of warning types for dangerous and safe products
Certified psychotherapist in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) two-year course
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) - Albert Ellis Institute , New York)
Supervisor for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) -Bar-Ilan University, since 2012
Member of the European Association for Behavioral Therapy - EABCT
Schema Therapy for Personality Disorders - Schema Therapy Center
Focused Change in Family and Couple Therapy - Shinui Institute, two-year course
Long-term exposure therapy (PE) for PTSD
Trauma therapy and grief processing
Workshop: Generalized Anxiety Disorder - Pen University
Dynamic Short-Term Psychotherapy - Lev Hasharon Center
My experience and skills
In my practice I treat adults and adolescents with:
Depression and burnout
Anxiety and personality disorders
Posttraumatic stress disorders (PTSD and C-PTSD)
Chronic stress and psychosomatic complaints
Emotional dysregulation
Life crises, loss and grief
Interpersonal and family conflicts
For adolescents, I provide support particularly in cases of social and emotional stress, behavioral problems, obsessive-compulsive disorders, depression, and trauma-related disorders.
Working with my clients’ families is particularly important to me in order to provide comprehensive and holistic support.
Previous activities:
During my long career, I have gained valuable experience in various psychological and clinical institutions, which enriches my work today:
St. Lukas Clinic (Bad Griesbach, Germany)
Individual and group therapy, psychological assessment, and crisis intervention for adults and adolescents with a variety of psychosomatic and psychiatric illnesses. I supported patients in acute crisis situations and accompanied them in coping with stress, pain, and anxiety.Medical Park Chiemseeblick – Specialist Clinic for Psychosomatics (Bernau-Felden, Germany)
Conducting psychological diagnostics and treatment on the acute psychosomatic ward, including individual and group therapy. Use of virtual reality (VR) in exposure therapy.Own private practice abroad (on-site and online)
In my private practice, I treated adults, adolescents, and children with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, eating disorders, and substance use disorders. I worked closely with families to provide individually tailored, effective therapies.Supervisor for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) (European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, Berlin & Utrecht)
Support and supervision for colleagues in the practice of CBT and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. My focus was on improving my colleagues' therapeutic skills to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.Lecturer and supervisor of CBT at Bar-Ilan University.
I taught and supervised psychology and social work students to strengthen their therapeutic skills and critical reflection abilities. I imparted practical knowledge and supported them in their professional development.Lecturer for cognitive behavioral therapy at MorfixMind – Training Institute (New York, USA)
I provided psychological expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy to psychology students, focusing on cognitive restructuring, exposure procedures, and mindfulness techniques.Psychologist specializing in child, family and couples therapy at the Shinui Institute.
Working with families, couples and children to overcome relationship problems, family conflicts and emotional stress.Lecturer in Psychology at Netanya Academic College
I provided the students with basic knowledge about mental illnesses, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic interventions to best prepare them for their professional careers.School psychologist at the educational-psychological service of the Netanya City Council.
Counseling and support for children, parents and teachers to promote mental health and academic development.Internship as a clinical psychologist at the Lev-Hasharon Federal Psychiatric Hospital.
Diagnosis and treatment of severe mental illnesses, close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide individual and intensive support to patients.Psychology practitioners in rehabilitation centers and hostels.
Care for people with severe mental illnesses, especially schizophrenia, to promote their mental stability and quality of life.
Further training and specializations
Supervisor and expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
European Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (EABCT), Berlin and Utrecht.Certified training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) – Albert Ellis Institute, New York
Specialized in changing stressful thoughts and emotions.Training in schema therapy for personality disorders
Schema Therapy Center – targeted treatment for long-term emotional problems.Specialization in trauma therapy (long-term exposure therapy)
Extensive experience in treating PTSD, particularly in soldiers and trauma victims.Behavioral therapy training in generalized anxiety disorder
Pen University & European Association for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – effective treatment of chronic anxiety.Training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Recognized by the Albert Ellis Institute, New York, USA.Training in family and couples therapy
Shinui Institute – Improving family relationships and partnerships.
Memberships and recognitions
Full member of the Professional Association of Austrian Psychologists (BÖP)
Full member of the European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT) – Recognized supervisor for therapists and clinical professionals in the field of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Full member of the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ITA)
Recognized expert in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with many years of experience in international cooperation.
