About · Praxis Alan · 1060 Vienna
Mag.a Şenay Alan-Mentes — psychotherapist in Vienna.
Şenay Alan-Mentes is a systemic psychotherapist and family therapist at Mariahilfer Straße 81, 1060 Vienna, registered on the Austrian BMSGPK professional list (no. 14870). She accompanies adults, couples, families, children and adolescents in English, German and Türkçe (as of 2026).
Good that you are here
Who will be sitting across from you?
You want to know who you will be talking to if you decide on a first conversation. That is a wise question.
I am Şenay Alan-Mentes, a systemic psychotherapist and family therapist with a practice on Mariahilfer Straße in Vienna 1060. I accompany adults, couples, families as well as children and adolescents through phases when much is in motion or feels stuck, in English, German and Türkçe.
A culturally sensitive approach is at the heart of my work: your background, your values and your language belong in the room — they are resources, not obstacles.
Qualification
Where I trained
A solid education and professional grounding, so you know the basis I work from.
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Master in Psychotherapy Science
Sigmund Freud Private University Vienna (SFU). Registered psychotherapist on the professional list of the Austrian Federal Ministry (BMSGPK), register no. 14870.
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Bachelor in Psychotherapy Science
SFU Vienna, completed with distinction.
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Systemic Family Therapy
Specialisation at the ÖAS — Austrian Association for Systemic Therapy and Systemic Studies.
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Medical Hypnosis
Further training at the Medical University of Vienna — a scientifically recognised method.
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Children & adolescents
Further training in psychotherapy with infants, children and adolescents.
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Clinical experience
University Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, AKH Vienna · Klinik Favoriten · Kepler University Hospital · Sigmund Freud outpatient clinic.
My approach
How do I understand therapy?
I work systemically and resource-oriented: we look at the contexts you live in, not just at a symptom. Much of what troubles you now was once a meaningful attempt at a solution.
My work is shaped by clarity, mindfulness, trust and transparency. As much support as needed, as little as possible — development instead of entanglement.
“What we have in common connects us,our differences inspire us.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What people ask before their first appointment.
Who will be sitting across from me?
Mag.a Şenay Alan-Mentes, BA.pth. — systemic psychotherapist and family therapist with a practice at Mariahilfer Straße 81, 1060 Vienna, registered on the BMSGPK professional list (no. 14870). Therapy is available in English, German and Türkçe.
What does “systemic” mean in practice?
I look with you beyond the symptom, at the contexts you live in: relationships, family, work. Much of what troubles you now was once a meaningful attempt at a solution. Together we find new perspectives and workable next steps.
Is my English good enough for therapy?
If you can tell me what moves you, it is good enough. Many clients mix languages — English, German or Türkçe — and that is welcome. The language you choose changes neither the price nor the process.
How much support will I get?
As much as needed, as little as possible. My work is shaped by clarity, mindfulness, trust and transparency. You remain the expert of your own life, and we agree on the pace together.
Shall we get to know each other?
The first conversation is without obligation: €130.00 for 50 minutes. You do not have to decide anything yet.