Psychologie und Physiotherapie Thoben (Kilchberg ZH)

My boutique practice near Zurich combines expert physical therapy with an understanding of the interplay between the body, the nervous system, emotions, and daily life. The focus is not just on a single symptom, but on the whole person—with their challenges, resources, and goals. To that end, I offer a calm, discreet setting and a personalized treatment plan—tailored to you rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

My services are designed for adults with chronic conditions where physical, psychological, and social factors may be intertwined. These include muscle tension, back, neck, and headaches, exhaustion, inner restlessness, sleep problems, and stress-related symptoms. Symptoms are never hastily dismissed as “merely psychological.” Physical findings and orthopedic factors are taken just as seriously as the influence of stress and autonomic nervous system overstimulation.

Depending on the specific issue, I combine psychosomatic physical therapy with active, orthopedically oriented treatment, tension-releasing body and breathing exercises, targeted gradual increase in physical activity, and dry needling for myofascial complaints. Biofeedback and neurofeedback can help make physical stress responses visible, train attention and self-regulation, and enable you to better influence your own state. In addition, Wingwave and hypnotherapeutic techniques can be used to address stressful reaction patterns, inner tension, or limiting beliefs in a body-centered way. The choice of approach is discussed transparently and decided jointly.

A particular focus is placed on neurodivergence and ADHD in adulthood. In addition to concentration or organizational problems, many neurodivergent people also experience high muscle tension, sensory overload, exhaustion, sleep disturbances, emotional overload, or a nervous system that struggles to calm down. Treatment is therefore based on clear, practical strategies that fit each individual’s energy profile. As a member and practitioner in the ADHD20+ network, I bring specialized experience and a deep understanding of the physical and psychosomatic aspects of ADHD.

Expats and patients with an international background are also warmly welcome. Living across languages, cultures, and demanding work environments can create additional stress. Complex interrelationships are explained in a clear, respectful manner—without unnecessary technical jargon. Upon request, treatment can also be conducted in English.

The goal is not merely short-term relief. You will gain a better understanding of what is happening in your body, learn to respond to stress signals early on, and develop concrete tools for greater stability, freedom of movement, and self-efficacy. The result is a therapeutic approach that combines professional precision with genuine personal support—for people seeking nuanced, holistic, and physically grounded care.