About Us
Our Professional Focus
Since 1985, we have been Germany’s first facility specialized in treating cannabis addiction and the associated psychological and social challenges.
Our multidisciplinary team works with an integrative approach combining addiction therapy, psychotherapy, and psychiatry. We treat both substance dependencies and behavioral addictions, as well as accompanying mental health disorders such as psychosis, depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD — always tailored to the individual needs of our clients.
We cooperate across systems with various support networks and offer specific therapy programs for adolescents and their families, as well as for adults and their significant others.
We base our work on the latest research, actively participate in research projects, and employ evidence-based, scientifically validated therapy concepts.
Our multidisciplinary team works with an integrative approach combining addiction therapy, psychotherapy, and psychiatry. We treat both substance dependencies and behavioral addictions, as well as accompanying mental health disorders such as psychosis, depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD — always tailored to the individual needs of our clients.
We cooperate across systems with various support networks and offer specific therapy programs for adolescents and their families, as well as for adults and their significant others.
We base our work on the latest research, actively participate in research projects, and employ evidence-based, scientifically validated therapy concepts.
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Our Philosophy
Therapy as a Cooperative Process
We approach our clients with respect and appreciation, viewing them as responsible partners in the therapeutic process.
Nuanced Understanding of Addiction
We understand addiction as an individual attempt to cope with personal problems and conflicts, considering psychological and social motives unique to each person.
Holistic Therapy Approach
Our approach takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in the development and treatment of problematic consumption patterns.
Appreciative Team Culture
Our team philosophy is based on mutual respect, genuine interest, and recognition of individual strengths, fostering independent, flexible work structures and personal growth.
Diversity and Inclusion
We respect the individual social, cultural, and religious backgrounds of our clients and honor the diversity of identities and sexual orientations.
Tolerance and Acceptance
We advocate for a respectful approach to addiction and support the decriminalization of all consumers, as well as sustainable reform of cannabis legislation.
Our Team
Get to know us – meet the Therapieladen team.
The Organization
Therapieladen e.V. was founded in 1985 and is a regional independent provider of youth and addiction support services in Berlin.
We receive annual funding from the Senate Department for Health, Care, and Equality as part of the "Integrated Health and Care Program" (IGPP).
Since 1994, we have been recognized by the German Pension Insurance (Deutsche Rentenversicherung, DRV) and health insurance companies as an accredited provider of “outpatient medical rehabilitation services for individuals with addiction disorders.”
Since 1999, we have held a service agreement (BRV Jug) with the Senate Department for Education, Youth, and Family to provide outpatient psychotherapy and family therapy under the Child and Youth Welfare Act (SGB VIII/KJHG).
We receive annual funding from the Senate Department for Health, Care, and Equality as part of the "Integrated Health and Care Program" (IGPP).
Since 1994, we have been recognized by the German Pension Insurance (Deutsche Rentenversicherung, DRV) and health insurance companies as an accredited provider of “outpatient medical rehabilitation services for individuals with addiction disorders.”
Since 1999, we have held a service agreement (BRV Jug) with the Senate Department for Education, Youth, and Family to provide outpatient psychotherapy and family therapy under the Child and Youth Welfare Act (SGB VIII/KJHG).
The Board
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Dr. Peter Tossmann
1st Chairperson since 2015
Graduate Psychologist, Psychological Psychotherapist, Health Scientist; Founder of Delphi – Society for Research, Consulting, and Project Development GmbH, Berlin
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Dr. Maria Jockers-Scherübl
2nd Chairperson since 2008
PD Dr. med., Chief Physician of the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Oranienburg Clinic, Oberhavel Clinics
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Reiner Domes
Treasurer since 2007
Graduate Psychologist, Psychological Psychotherapist; practicing privately in Berlin
We Are Members of the Following Organizations
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Parity Welfare Association LV Berlin e. V.
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German Association for Drugs and Addiction Services (fdr)
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German Society for Addiction Research and Addiction Therapy (DG-Sucht)
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German Society for Systemic Therapy, Counseling and Family Therapy (DGSF)
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