Psychologicalcounseling in Freiburg (online).Now.For students.
Studifit counsels students and apprentices in Freiburg by video, with no travel and usually an appointment within a few days. For all universities in the city, for example Universität Freiburg, Pädagogische Hochschule Freiburg and Evangelische Hochschule Freiburg.

Psychological counseling in Freiburg (online).Now.For students.
Studifit counsels students and apprentices in Freiburg by video, with no travel and usually an appointment within a few days. For all universities in the city, for example Universität Freiburg, Pädagogische Hochschule Freiburg and Evangelische Hochschule Freiburg.

Studying in Freiburg
Psychological counseling for students in Freiburg
Students in Freiburg get psychotherapeutic counseling at the Psychotherapeutische Beratungsstelle (PBS, psychotherapeutic counseling center) of the Studierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald. The first four sessions are free; further sessions cost a contribution of 10 euros each. Counseling is also available in English, French, Italian, Chinese and Slovenian.
About 33,000 people study in Freiburg (winter semester 2024/25, according to the preliminary figures of the Federal Statistical Office). Here you see where you can get support in Freiburg, the free services first. A Studierendenwerk is the student services organization that looks after the universities of a region; many of them run their own counseling services.
Universities in Freiburg
- Universität Freiburg
- Pädagogische Hochschule Freiburg
- Evangelische Hochschule Freiburg
- Katholische Hochschule Freiburg
- Hochschule für Musik Freiburg
Ask your university which counseling service is responsible for you. Some services are only for one university.
Counseling on site in Freiburg
Your first stop in Freiburg is the counseling service of the Studierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald (PBS). There is an open consultation hour without an appointment. The current times are on the counseling service’s page.
Go to the counseling service’s pageYour Studierendenwerk (student services organization) counsels on site, the first four appointments are free. If you have to wait there or only have time in the evening, we are here.
One-on-one sessions require registration, and the wait for an appointment is currently at least about four weeks. A short talk is quicker in the weekly walk-in hours, which take place in person. The team works with a psychoanalytically oriented approach. The PBS also offers workshops on succeeding in your studies (“Erfolgreich Studieren”).
All places to go in Freiburg at a glance
| Where to go | Cost | How to get an appointment |
|---|---|---|
| StudierendenwerkStudierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald: Psychotherapeutische Beratung (PBS) | First four sessions free, then 10 euros per session | One-on-one sessions after registration, weekly walk-in hours without registration |
| University clinicPsychotherapiezentrum der Universität Freiburg: Psychotherapeutische Ambulanz für Erwachsene I | Covered by statutory health insurance, usually also by private insurers | Sign up during the phone hours; currently longer waiting times. Cognitive behavioral therapy for adults. |
| For apprenticesIHK Südlicher Oberrhein: Ausbildungsberatung | Not stated | For apprentices and employers, also with challenges during training or a change of employer |
| For apprenticesHandwerkskammer Freiburg: Ausbildungsbegleitung | Free | Confidential, supports apprentices and employers with problems until they finish |
| In a crisisTelefonSeelsorge 0800 111 0 111 | Free | 24/7, anonymous, in German, also by chat |
Information as of November 4, 2026. Office hours and phone numbers change; the linked page always has the current ones.
When you need more than counseling: university clinic (Hochschulambulanz)
A Hochschulambulanz is a psychotherapy clinic run by a university. It offers psychotherapy if you have a mental illness, and health insurance pays for it. There is often a wait, so reach out early.
Psychotherapiezentrum der Universität Freiburg
Psychotherapeutische Ambulanz für Erwachsene I
- Cost
- Covered by statutory health insurance, usually also by private insurers
- How to get an appointment
- Sign up during the phone hours; currently longer waiting times. Cognitive behavioral therapy for adults.
For apprentices in Freiburg
Apprentices have no Studierendenwerk. For problems at work, with your training or at vocational school, the training advisors (Ausbildungsberatung) at your chamber can help: the IHK (Chamber of Industry and Commerce) or the Handwerkskammer (Chamber of Skilled Crafts). They are neutral and hear both sides. Training advice is a legal duty of the chambers (Section 76 of the Vocational Training Act). If you are struggling emotionally, your family doctor is a good first point of contact. The 116 117 service arranges appointments for an initial psychotherapy consultation.
IHK Südlicher Oberrhein
Ausbildungsberatung
- Cost
- Not stated on the page
- How to get an appointment
- For apprentices and employers, also with challenges during training or a change of employer
Handwerkskammer Freiburg
Ausbildungsbegleitung
- Cost
- Free
- How to get an appointment
- Confidential, supports apprentices and employers with problems until they finish
What is Studifit?
Psychological counseling
that prevents mental health crises before they start.
At Studifit, you talk to counselors with a bachelor's degree in psychology, supervised by licensed psychotherapists. Many of them have only just finished their own degree or are in a master's program right now. Studifit is Psychofit's service just for students and apprentices, in one-on-one video sessions. For example on topics like these:offering from Psychofit
Stress · Overload
Classes, work, deadlines: it all hits at the same time.
Which of these doesn't actually have to happen this week?
Note: unlike psychotherapy, we make no diagnoses and do not treat acute mental disorders that require medical treatment.
Why Studifit?
Three principles. So you know how we work.
Evidence-based.
- Supervision by licensed psychotherapists
- B.Sc. Psychology (min.)
- Evidence-based methods
All counselors hold at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, and many are continuing with a master's. They work with evidence-based methods and are continuously supervised by licensed psychotherapists.
Personal.
- Your goals, your pace
- Close to student and trainee life
- One-on-one video sessions
- Matching
You and your counselor decide on goals, frequency and approach together. Many counselors have only just finished their own degree and know exam season, thesis writing and part-time jobs from their own experience. On request, our matching suggests the counselors who fit your concern.
Confidential.
- No health record entries
- Your school and employer learn nothing
- Privacy is our priority
Session contents stay between you and your counselor. Your college, your training company, your family and your health insurer learn nothing about the counseling. Our website and database run on servers in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Non-binding consultation call so the fit is right.
- Fit-check with our offering
- We answer your questions
- We find the right counselor for you
- Takes place by phone
- This is not a psychological counseling session
No consultation needed? Book your first session now
free | 10 minutes
First session: Meet your counselor & set goals.
- Meet your counselor
- Define individual goals together
- 50 minutes in a video call
- Matching included, if you wish
- Money-back guarantee on every session
First session
Autumn offer€25€1 | 50 min.
*Promotional price for the first session, extended until 15 November 2026.
Further sessions: Work sustainably on your goals.
- Number & frequency based on your needs
- Sustained work on your personal goals
- Flexible scheduling
- Money-back guarantee on every session
Per session
€39 | 50 min.
One-time price for a second session within 14 days: €29
What our clients say
These voices come from people who had counseling with Psychofit or Studifit. Studifit is offered by Psychofit: the same counselors, the same supervision, the same guarantee.
All reviews come from people who had an appointment with us. Trustpilot reviews link to the original; anonymous ones were sent to us directly after an appointment. We replace names with a general term so that no one can be traced.
Note: the original reviews are in German. The English quotes shown here are our translations for readability.
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Frequently asked questions
Is psychological counseling for students in Freiburg free?
Studierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald, Psychotherapeutische Beratung (PBS): First four sessions free, then 10 euros per session. Psychotherapy at a university clinic (Hochschulambulanz) is covered by health insurance.
Where do apprentices in Freiburg get help?
Apprentices have no Studierendenwerk. For problems at work, the training advisors of the IHK Südlicher Oberrhein and the Handwerkskammer Freiburg can help. The appointment service at 116 117 arranges an appointment for an initial psychotherapy consultation. Studifit counsels apprentices just like students.
Is Studifit psychotherapy?
No. Studifit is psychological counseling by video with counselors who have a bachelor’s degree in psychology and work under the supervision of licensed psychotherapists. We do not make diagnoses. Health insurance does not cover the counseling. If you have a mental illness, please keep looking for a therapist at the same time, for example at a university clinic or through 116 117.
If things are really bad right now
TelefonSeelsorge 0800 111 0 111, free, 24/7, anonymous, in German. On-call medical service 116 117. If your life or someone else's is in immediate danger: emergency number 112. More on our page In a crisis.
For everyone else in Freiburg: Psychofit. Psychological counseling. Now. For everyone.
Psychological counseling for students in your city
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