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Cognitive take
CBT is evidence-based: cognitive restructuring, exposure work, behavioral activation, and mindfulness-based exercises. It enables having clear goals and measurable progress.
CBT with analytical depth
Therapy, tailored
Therapy, tailored
to your needs.
English-speaking psychotherapy for adults in Linz — for internationals and expats finding their footing in a new country, navigating life across cultures, or simply preferring to do this kind of work in the language that feels most their own. I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy, grounded in a long engagement with depth psychology (Jung, Freud, Lacan). In my practice, I try to see you as the whole person you are, and to offer you the time and unhurried attention you deserve.
- Languages
- English
German - First session
- 50 min
free of charge - Standard rate
- 50 min · € 130*
per session - Hours
- Mon–Fri · 12–19
Sun · 14–18
Therapeutic approach
Behavioral therapy
Behavioral therapy
with analytical depth.
Three complementary approaches — each effective on its own, stronger together. Which one takes the lead, depends on who you are.
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Schema therapy
Working with early-formed patterns that no longer fit. In the therapeutic relationship, what once came up short is given room to grow — enabling you to live more fully in the here and now than ever before.
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Depth psychology
Decades of independent study in analytical psychology (Jung, Freud, Lacan) inform my work — especially in understanding unconscious dynamics and recurring patterns. Archetypal motives can add further depth.
What fascinates me are inner worlds — the worlds we inhabit and within which we each find our own particular path.
About me
Who I am ...
Dr. Thomas de la Fuente. Behavioral therapist with a PhD in philosophy and a long engagement with Jungian analytical psychology. Two approaches that complement each other because they ask different questions: what can concretely change — and what is at work underneath.
Born in Switzerland, raised between Basel and Upper Austria, several years in the United States. Out of that biography grows an attentiveness to how differently people experience themselves — and how much room it sometimes takes to arrive at oneself again.
Insights
Writing & Reflections
Therapy in English
Finding Therapy in English in Linz
A practical guide to doing therapy in English in Linz — who it is for, how online and in-person sessions work, and how to choose a good fit.
Couples
Love Across Languages
When a relationship spans two languages or cultures, the usual frictions take new shapes. How couples work helps — plus a tool to try together.
How I work
What “Depth-Oriented” Therapy Means
Behavioral therapy with analytical depth — what that combination means in practice, and why the relationship itself is part of the method.
Life abroad
The Weight of Moving Abroad
Relocation looks like logistics, but the harder part is often internal — culture shock, identity, and the quiet grief of building a life between places.
Frequently asked questions
Good to know ...
Can I do therapy entirely in English?
Yes. I work fluently in English and German, and a large part of my practice is with English-speaking internationals and expats living in and around Linz. Sessions and correspondence can all be handled in English — whether you've recently relocated for work, are finding your way across cultures, or simply prefer to do this kind of work in your first (or second) language.
Is what I share with you confidential?
Yes, absolutely. As a psychotherapist, I am bound by statutory confidentiality under Section 45 of the Austrian Psychotherapy Act (Psychotherapiegesetz). Everything you share with me remains strictly confidential.
How long does therapy last?
Duration varies greatly from person to person and depends on your concerns and goals. Some issues can be worked through in a few months, while others benefit from longer-term support. We will discuss this together and continuously adapt the course of therapy to your needs.
Do I have to make a long-term commitment?
No. Psychotherapy is voluntary, and you are free to end it at any time. I do recommend, however, that we discuss this together in a session so that we can reach a thoughtful conclusion.
Can I get part of the cost reimbursed by my health insurance?
Yes. As a private-practice therapist (Wahltherapeut), I invoice you directly; you may then submit a portion of the cost to your health insurance fund for reimbursement. Approximate reimbursement amounts: ÖGK approx. € 33.70 per session, SVS approx. € 50.–, BVAEB approx. € 50.20. Please check with your health insurance fund for their current exact terms.
Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes — in English and German. Couples work can be especially valuable when a relationship spans two languages or cultures, or when a move abroad has shifted the ground beneath you both. You'll find more on the treatment page.
* Are reduced fees available in certain cases?
Austrian health insurance funds generally provide a subsidy for clinically relevant diagnoses. In cases of particular financial hardship, a limited number of therapy sessions at reduced rates is available.