Lisa Vrablicz

Lisa Vrablicz studied psychology at the University of Vienna and completed training as a clinical psychologist. Before joining the Student Support team at TU Wien, she worked at the Psychological Student Counseling Office in Linz. There she gained extensive experience with individual counseling for students, as well as leading group sessions on topics such as procrastination, stress management, time management, and learning techniques. Lisa understands how challenging university life can be, which is why supporting students is very important to her.

Nadja Springer

is a clinical and health psychologist and additionally working as a psychotherapist (for psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapy). Futhermore, she works as a psychosocial employee in the "Dialog"  association. As if that would not already be enough, Mrs. Springer is also member of a team for management of the certificate, the university and Master's Programme "Addiction Counseling and Prevention" at the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences. In case of increased demand, Nadja Springer is supported by her colleges.

e-mail: nadja.springer@wpv.at
adress: Salztorgasse 6/Stiege 5/Tür 8; 1010 Vienna

• After a short introduction and settling in, you can explain your current concern. Together, we’ll determine whether long-term support or therapy would be helpful, or whether the one to three sessions we offer will suffice.
• If long-term support is needed, we’ll provide you with contact details of services or therapists you can reach out to.
• If short-term help is sufficient, we’ll address the issue in our sessions and work together on solutions.

• A consultation is not therapy. The focus is on short-term support in dealing with current challenges. It’s very much present- and future-oriented.
• However, if deeper-rooted issues are identified, therapy may be a more suitable option. Therapy involves a more comprehensive exploration, potentially including past experiences that influence your current situation.

If you're already certain that therapy would be more beneficial than short counseling sessions, you can contact the ÖH Helpline, opens an external URL in a new window. They offer free therapy referral sessions for students, with the goal of finding you a spot quickly.

Additionally, you’ll find helpful information in the next section on finding therapy placements.

Psychotherapy/Clinical Psychological Treatment

Full Cost Coverage

Psychotherapy covered by health insurance: Some freelance psychotherapists offer fully covered therapy sessions through health insurance. However, these insurance-covered spots are limited and often come with long waiting times. A medical confirmation of the necessity of psychotherapy is required.
 

Partial Reimbursement

Private therapists (Wahltherapeut_innen): If you choose a private therapist, you can apply for a reimbursement. A diagnosed mental disorder is required. The amount of reimbursement varies depending on the insurance provider:

• Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK): €33.70 per session
• Insurance Institution for Public Servants, Railways, and Mining (BVAEB): €48.80 per session
• Social Insurance for the Self-Employed (SVS): €45.00 per session

Discounted Rates

Psychotherapists in training under supervision: These therapists are in the final stage of their training and often offer lower rates. They are already qualified to work with clients but are closely supervised by senior therapists.
Social rates: Some psychotherapists offer social rates to support individuals with low income.
ÖH Psychotherapy Fund: The Austrian National Union of Students (ÖH) provides a psychotherapy fund that allows students to apply for financial support for therapy costs. Requirements include proof of therapy necessity and confirmation that health insurance covers part of the costs or that a social rate has been agreed upon. The maximum support is €1,500.

Finding a Therapist

You can search for therapists through online platforms like PsyOnline.at, opens an external URL in a new window or the Vienna Association for Psychotherapy., opens an external URL in a new window

Alternatively, referrals to psychotherapists are available through the ÖH-Helpline., opens an external URL in a new window

Psychotherapy Services in Vienna

Therapy Outpatient Clinic AST – Outpatient Systemic Therapy, opens an external URL in a new window

Offers individual, couples, and family therapy. Sessions are transmitted via a one-way mirror for the psychotherapy students of the institution. Cost: Voluntary contribution.

Psychotherapy Outpatient Clinic of the ÖAS, opens an external URL in a new window

Provides individual, couples, child, and family therapy.

Cost: From €15 per session with psychotherapists in training.

Psychotherapy Outpatient Clinic of Sigmund Freud University, opens an external URL in a new window

Offers behavioral therapy, systemic family therapy, and psychoanalysis.

Cost: Socially scaled fees based on income, self-help groups are free.

St. Elisabeth Foundation, opens an external URL in a new window

Psychotherapy for people with mental illnesses provided by psychotherapists in training.

Cost: Free of charge.

Association for Outpatient Psychotherapy, opens an external URL in a new window

Provides information and referrals via a patient hotline for psychotherapy covered by health insurance in Vienna.

Cost: Free of charge.

Studying with a chronic illness often brings additional burdens – and the feeling of being alone. In this peer group, students can exchange experiences, learn from each other, and connect in a safe and supportive environment. The group is facilitated by a psychologist from Student Support.

Dates:

• Part 1: 11.03.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in seminar room AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 1 via our booking platform

• Part 2: 29.04.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 2 via our booking platform

• Part 3: 27.05.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 3 will be possible from April.

• Part 4: 24.06.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 3

  Registration for Part 4 will be possible from April.

Target group: Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral students
Workshop presenter: Lisa Vrablicz

Separate registration is required for each date!

This workshop focuses on understanding what procrastination is and its potential causes. We will also work together to identify what you are currently procrastinating on and explore methods to help you break free from procrastination and get things done.

Dates:

• Part 1: 18.03.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 1 via our booking platform

• Part 2: 22.04.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AA 03 - 1

  Registration for Part 2 via our booking platform

Target group: Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral students
Workshop presenter: Lisa Vrablicz

Separate registrations are required for each date! Attendance at all dates is recommended, but not mandatory.

Studying often involves high demands, performance pressure, and uncertainty. This workshop explores what resilience is and how it helps students cope better with the stresses of everyday student life. The workshop will provide initial practical strategies for recognizing stress early, strengthening personal resources, and promoting mental health during studies.

Dates:

• Part 1: 13.05.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 1 will be possible from April.

• Part 2: 20.05.2026, 16:00 – 18:00 Uhr in Seminarraum AE U1 - 1

  Registration for Part 2 will be possible from April.

Target group: Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral students
Workshop presenter: Lisa Vrablicz

Separate registrations are required for each date! Attendance at all dates is recommended, but not mandatory.

We would also like to draw your attention to our service point Barrier-free Studying for disabled and chronically ill students at the TU Wien. In addition to orientation and mobility training at the place of study, the service point also offers information on legal issues concerning disabilities and studying (examination modalities). They inform you about barrier-free accessibility and the barrier-free use of the available infrastructure (e.g. library, lecture halls, refectory, etc.) and advise or support you in organising your studies.

The Nightline Wien is a Telephone listening service by students for students.This is a non-profit project run by students that offers all students in Vienna a sympathetic ear for their concerns. No matter what it's about! Calls to the Nightline Wien are anonymous, non-judgmental and confidential.
You can reach Nightline Wien on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 8 p.m. to midnight on +43 650 7427637. You can find more information on Instagram (@nightline.wien) and on our website (wien.nightlines.eu, opens an external URL in a new window).

The online panel discussion was recorded and is available online. It took place on November 11, 2021.

Psychological problems in students were examined from different perspectives and support options for those affected were discussed.

Invited to the podium were:

• Mag.phil. Marlene Fuhrmann-Ehn, Disability Officer at TU Wien
• mag. iur. Dr iur. Jasmin Gründling-Riener, head of the study department at the TU Wien
• Mag.a. Nadja Springer, individual psychosocial counseling for TU students
• Mag.a. Christine Leitl-Kovacic, Psychosocial group offers for students
• Julia Macho, HTU social department

The event was opened by VR Kurt Matyas, the moderation was taken over by Louisa Holub/ TU Diversity Management.

Afterwards there was the possibility to ask questions via app (anonymized).