About Me:
It may sound harsh, but many children, mothers, and fathers suffer from a lack of deep, meaningful connection with each other.
From a very early age, I observed and felt that interactions between parents and between parents and children are often filled with tension.
Everyone wants to be truly seen and understood in their being, yet very often the opposite happens.
As a child, I perceived this within my own family, but I also observed it extensively outside. I was too small to put it into words and couldn’t yet distinguish my perception from that of others. My strategy was to withdraw, give others more space, be understanding and considerate. Probably I sometimes appeared distant and couldn’t articulate what I needed. I sensed a lot from others and tried to adapt accordingly. I believed that this would help me be noticed and that others would see my needs. But that was not the case, and what I wanted to express was rarely understood.
This was my strategy as a child. Your child has chosen their own, and you, as a child, had yours individually. These strategies often do not lead to the desired outcome or fulfillment and can significantly shape our later lives.
I am Marlene Nefjodov, a psychologist and musician.
I am here to help you, and your child connect in a genuine and fulfilling way. My wish is to support you in opening up to a deep relationship with yourself and with each other.
Throughout my life I have sought connection and relationship in many different ways – to express myself and to deepen my understanding of myself and others: with music, dance, bodywork, psychology, nature, as a mother, within family, friendships, and romantic relationships.
More about me:
Music:
I studied piano and violin as a second instrument, earning a Master of Arts degree. I have performed mainly in chamber music ensembles and have taught piano at various music schools and as a freelancer.
Psychology:
In my early 30s, I began studying psychology and completed a Bachelor of Sciences. The university experience was very interesting. What I was most interested in was not extensively covered there, but it was a valuable experience that taught me critical thinking.
Dance:
My love for dance was discovered in young adulthood. I danced tango argentino intensively, which even led me to Buenos Aires, Argentina. I spent an artistic year there, dedicating myself fully to dancing. I also practiced classical ballet.
Bodywork:
Alongside dance, I explored the body and expression through various bodywork techniques. The connection between body and mind, and to myself, became increasingly important to me.
Children:
My daughter Romy is 10 years old. She is simply wonderful, and it is a gift for me to be able to accompany her. I am the godmother of three amazing girls (now young women) and have always had a lot of contact with children.
Animals:
I was fortunate to grow up with many animals. Contact with animals is very healing, and their presence has always been good for me. I have ridden intensively and now, together with my daughter, am rediscovering the bond with horses.
Garden:
For the past two years, I have been renting a piece of land and gradually transforming it into a small oasis. Working with the earth is very healing for me, and I especially love flowers and seeing them bloom in many varieties.
Nature:
The connection to nature has been an essential part of my life since childhood. I feel free, connected, and rooted there. It’s a place where I can breathe, relax, and recharge. I love the mountains, small streams, and rivers,and contact with trees is very healing for me.
Engagement:
Social and family involvement is important to me. I am particularly committed to climate protection and sustainability in various contexts. I manage a holiday home used by 60 families of the extended family. I am also a guardian for my demented aunt.
Languages:
I speak German, Russian, French, English, and Spanish. I have lived in Germany, Russia, France, Argentina, and Switzerland.
