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Is Online Therapy as Effective as In-Person Therapy?
For decades, the image of psychotherapy has remained remarkably unchanged: a client on a big couch nearby a therapist in a quiet consulting room, tissues within reach, a bookshelf in the background, and perhaps the iconic therapy couch. For many people—and even many therapists—that image has become synonymous with what "real therapy" looks like. But does effective therapy actually depend on being in the same room? The growing body of research says no. Online therapy, delivere

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Aug 74 min read


The 4 Horsemen of Culture Shock for Expats Abroad
Let's take a slightly ironic look on how to survive living abroad as an expat and how to settle in.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Mar 86 min read


Termination of employment contract for arriving at work too early ?
Is arriving too early at work as bad as arriving late? Seems unlikely at the first glance, but let's take a look at it together from a legal perspective.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Feb 74 min read


Unemployment after age 50 – aspects on re-entry to work and depression
Unemployment after age 50 can be difficult and cause depression. Learn differences in the re-entry process between Europe and the U.S.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jan 186 min read


Can you get fired out of sick leave?
Find out if you can get fired out of sick leave under a Germany employment contract.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jan 35 min read


Back to work after extended sick leave in Germany- BEM
It can happen to any of us – we fall ill for a long time, possibly many months. Returning to work after extended sick leave can be difficult (not only in Germany): On the one hand, you are still weakened by the illness you have just overcome. On the other hand, you may no longer be used to the work processes. It takes time to get back into your old routine. To make this phase easier, there is a special instrument in Germany designed to facilitate this return – the so-called

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Dec 14, 20255 min read


100 days in a new job – about puppy protection and working abroad
100 days in a new job - expats working abroad and onboarding process

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Nov 22, 20254 min read


Expatriates: seeking discomfort
Why do expats seek discomfort by moving to another country to live and work? Learn the chances of personal development on this journey.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Nov 8, 20252 min read


11 crucial aspects about living abroad in Germany
11 crucial aspects about living abroad in Germany

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Sep 18, 20257 min read


Coping with boreout syndrome at work
What are the challenges and solutions of a boreout syndrome and how is it different from burnout syndrome?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Aug 31, 20254 min read


A few insights into the day-to-day work of leadership coaching
leadership coaching insights

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Challenges when working remotely abroad
challenges when working remotely abroad

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jul 22, 20254 min read


then I'll just go on sick leave … employment law aspects after termination of contract
Some aspects to consider when you are on sick leave after termination of your employment.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jul 4, 20255 min read


Termination of the employment contract in Germany = severance pay("Abfindung")?
End of the employment relationship = severance pay (Abfindung)?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Apr 2, 20254 min read


Solving conflicts with mediation in the workplace
Mediation can be an efficient, sustainable conflict resolution tool for employers and employees, especially expatriates.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Feb 2, 20254 min read


Some thoughts about working from home and data protection measurements
The most important measurements for data protection when working from home.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Oct 27, 20242 min read


Unemployment and depression: a complex situation and how to fight it
how to fight depression and mental affection whilst being unemployed

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Sep 27, 20243 min read


German Employment Law: Is it a reason for dismissal if you drink too much at the company party?
Know your alcohol limit on a company party, because consequences could be rough.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
May 25, 20242 min read


Salary cut for going to the toilet too often?
Can your salary be cut if you are not working while being in the office?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Mar 17, 20242 min read


What aspects of employment law should employees be aware of before coming to Germany to avoid problems?
most important things to know before moving to another country as an expatriate: Visa, work permit, employment contract, application CV

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Feb 25, 20242 min read
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