Dr. Catherine Bassal 

Dr. Catherine Bassal - psychologist FSP and certified health coach*, in Vich (Vaud), near Gland, Nyon, Rolle, Morges and Aubonne

🧘‍♀️ An approach based on Mindfulness and Essential Psychotherapy

My psychological and philosophical approach is based on Mindfulness and Essential Psychotherapy, a humanist, integrative type of psychotherapy combining Mindfulness and depth psychology.

It invites us to listen attentively to ourselves, to welcome our emotions, bodily sensations and thoughts, to get out of automatic mode, take a step back, regain inner balance, and take actions that are more in line with our personal values.

🧠 Psychological support and mental issues

I offer psychological support to people facing anxiety disorders, chronic anxiety, stress, mental fatigue or burn-out. I can also help people with mood disorders, mental ruminations or emotional hypersensitivity.

My approach is also suited to people in periods of life transition (separation, professional change, maternity, bereavement, etc.), in search of meaning (life, spiritual), emotional balance, or wishing to strengthen their self-awareness, emotional autonomy or self-confidence.

🌿 Support that respects your pace

Sessions take place at the practice in Vich or, if desired, outdoors, in the form of walking therapy in the forest - a natural, mind-body approach, in connection with the body, emotions and environment.

I adapt to your pace, for a sustainable, accessible accompaniment focused on your needs.

🩺 Personal health coaching * (CAS certified - University of Basel)

Health coaching is an emerging profession in Switzerland. It is aimed at people living with one or more chronic or non- communicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer, obesity, asthma, cardiovascular or musculoskeletal diseases.

The aim is to promote a sustainable lifestyle, through action on diet, movement and stress management, using practical and behavioral tools. This support is part of a holistic approach to well-being.

🛠️ Therapeutic tools and techniques

Depending on your needs, different approaches can be combined:

- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (8 to 10 sessions, individual or group)

- Essential psychotherapy

- Cognitive-behavioral techniques (behavior change, automatic thought management)

- Cardiac coherence (cardiofeedback)

- Emotional skills development

- Visualization

- Yoga therapy

- Personal growth approaches

📍 Practice located in Vich (between Nyon and Rolle)

The practice is located in Vich, in the canton of Vaud, in the heart of the La Côte region, easily accessible from Morges, Aubonne, Rolle, Gland, Nyon, Coppet, Divonnes and Geneva.

I also welcome people from all over the French-speaking part of Switzerland, who are looking for caring, therapeutic support focused on stress management, emotional regulation and personal development.