Nastassja Volkov · Licensed Psychotherapist · Cologne & online
You don’t have to carry everything alone.
Discover new perspectives with psychotherapy. Online from anywhere or in person at my practice in Cologne-Nippes, whatever fits your life.
Flexibility is at the heart of my practice: you choose whether we meet online or in person at my practice in Cologne-Nippes. At the same time, flexibility is an important resource in life, especially when things change or become difficult. I am glad to support you in (re)discovering your own resources and finding new perspectives.
My Services
You choose how we work: online from home, in person at my practice in Cologne-Nippes (from December 2026), or a mix of both. Individual therapy, couples therapy and counselling are available in either format.
Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Psychological Counselling
Online or in person, whatever suits you
Online
across Germany via video
- From home, while travelling or at the office, no commute
- No waiting room, nobody sees you come or go
- Research shows online psychotherapy can be comparably effective to in-person sessions for many concerns
- Encrypted, GDPR-compliant video sessions
In person in Cologne-Nippes
Mondays and Tuesdays, from December 2026
- Meeting face to face in the same room
- An hour in a calm space, away from everyday life
- Close to the Florastraße tram stop, with cafés and Lohsepark nearby
- December appointments are already being booked
Or a mix of both: for example, you start at the practice and continue online while travelling. We will talk about which format suits you in the first session.
About me
Nastassja Volkov
Licensed psychological psychotherapist (CBT)
I am a licensed psychological psychotherapist in Germany, specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy for adults. It matters to me that you feel taken seriously in our sessions and that we work as equals: you are the expert on your own experience, and I bring my professional knowledge.
- State licence (Approbation) in CBT, Germany
- M.Sc. Psychology, University of Twente
- Additional qualification in group therapy (AVT Cologne)
- Sessions in English, German, Spanish and Russian
How to arrange a first session
Send a message
Via the contact form, by email or directly through Doctolib. One sentence about what brings you is enough, and feel free to mention whether you'd like to meet online or in Cologne.
Receive a proposed time
I will get back to you with a specific appointment for the first session.
First session
We get to know each other and decide together whether and how to continue. You are not committing to further sessions.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a session cost?
Individual therapy costs €153 to €168 per session (50 minutes), counselling from €153, follow-up couples sessions (75 minutes) from €230. Flexapie is a private practice: for psychotherapy, private health insurance and Beihilfe usually reimburse the costs. With statutory insurance you pay yourself or, in certain cases, apply for reimbursement (Kostenerstattungsverfahren).
Do I need a referral?
No. You can contact me directly, no referral is needed.
Are sessions online or in person?
Both are possible: online via video across Germany, or from December 2026 on Mondays and Tuesdays at my practice in Cologne-Nippes. You can also switch between the two.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
As a private practice I am not tied to insurance quotas. Appointments are usually possible within a few days to a few weeks.
From the Blog
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1 October 2026
How much does therapy cost in Germany? A guide for expats
What psychotherapy costs in Germany with public insurance, private insurance or as a self-payer, how the German fee schedule (GOP) works, and what changed in July 2024.
30 September 2026
Finding an English-Speaking Therapist in Cologne
How to find an English-speaking psychotherapist in Cologne: how the German system works, what the titles mean, costs and insurance, and in-person vs. online therapy.
19 May 2026
Couples Therapy in Germany in English: What You Need to Know
Finding an English-speaking couples therapist in Germany is hard. Here's what couples therapy is, what happens in sessions, and how to access it without a long wait.
Ready to take the next step?
Book an initial consultation and let’s explore together whether working together is right for you.
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