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Astrid Becks Papapietro

Astrid Becks Papapietro

Vienna

Summary

With nearly 20 years of experience as a psychologist in international and multicultural settings, I bring a solid foundation in clinical work, psychoeducation, coaching and academia – anchored in a strong commitment to promoting mental health.

I have worked extensively as a clinical psychologist, with individuals and families from institutions such as the World Bank, the UN, IAEA, OSCE, international schools worldwide.

As a coach and workshop facilitator, I have trained over 200 school leaders on communication and leadership skills. I have delivered over 450 workshops in multicultural settings on mindfulness, nutrition, self-compassion, wellbeing, cyberbullying and bullying prevention.

As a lecturer in health psychology at international universities, I have become an expert in mentoring students and deliver complex psychological concepts clearly and effectively.

My multilingual background and deep cultural sensitivity have been essential in building rapport with diverse audiences and fostering inclusive, supportive environments.

This, combined with my strong organizational skills, have allowed me to create a comfortable and trusting environment for the people and organizations I have worked for.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct University Professor

Sigmund-Freud-Universität Wien
01.2023 - Current
  • Teaching health psychology in master´s program

Psychologist and Coach

Private Practice
05.2006 - Current
  • Diagnosis, counseling, coaching, individual and family psychotherapy
  • Clients from international institutions: UN, IAEA World Banc, OSCE, International schools worldwide.

School Counselor

Higher Board of Education Vienna
10.2016 - 08.2025
  • Counseling children, adolescents, parents and teachers
  • Leading workshops on peer relationships, bullying, cyberbullying, wellbeing, mindfulness and selfcompassion, conflict and classroom management, nutrition and environmental consciousness.
  • Networking with external institutions that provide support, protection and care for children and their families

Adjunct University Professor

American Webster University Vienna
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Teaching health psychology in bachelor´s program

Project Assistant

NGO UKI- Supportive Committee for Migrants
01.2016 - 12.2017

Managing admissions, directing workshops, counseling participants

Coach, Organizational Development and HR

Nolock Software Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Consultancy for team development

Psychologist

Pattern Consultancy, sponsored by the Ministry of Education
01.2010 - 12.2014
  • Conducting workshops for school principals and teachers to enhance their leadership and communication skills

School Counselor

German School Saint Ursula
01.2009 - 12.2013
  • Psychological diagnosis and counseling for students
  • Counseling for parents and teachers
  • Seminars for students, parents and teachers in: peer relationships, nutrition and environmental consciousness, bullying,self-esteem and self- image, conflict and classroom management and sexual awareness

School Counselor

Swiss School
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Similar responsibilities as set out above for the German School Saint Ursula

Child and Adolescent Psychologist

NGO Inserta - Center for Sensory Integration for Children and Adolescents
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Diagnosis, counseling and family therapy for children and adolescents with hearing and behavioral disabilities

Child and Adolescent Psychologist

Hospital Barros Luco
01.2006 - 12.2007
  • Counseling, diagnosis and psychotherapy

Education

Business and Organizational Psychology -

Professional Association of Austrian Psychologists (BÖP)
Vienna
01-2024

EMDR Expert - Trauma Therap For Adults, Children And Adolescents

EMDR Institute Austria
Vienna
01-2022

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) -

Paul Gilbert
United Kingdom
01-2022

Master of Science in Systemic Coaching - Organizational Development and Human Resources

Sigmund Freud Universität
Vienna
01-2016

Systemic Family Psychotherapy -

Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile
01-2010

Natural Medicine -

Australasian Institute For Natural Therapies (ACNT)
Sydney
01-2007

Psychology University Degree -

University Gabriela Mistral
Santiago De Chile
01-2006

Skills

  • Highly organized, empathic, open minded, warm hearted, compassionate, empowered, selfdeterminated, independent, critical, leader, disciplined, dedicated, joyful, social

Personal Information

44 years

Chilean-German

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Countries Of Residence

Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, Australia, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Austria

Hobbies

I enjoy dancing Tango, keeping my live balanced with Zen meditation and Vipassana silent retreats, catching a great wave in the ocean and trekking the Annapurna

Timeline

Adjunct University Professor

Sigmund-Freud-Universität Wien
01.2023 - Current

Adjunct University Professor

American Webster University Vienna
01.2022 - 12.2022

School Counselor

Higher Board of Education Vienna
10.2016 - 08.2025

Project Assistant

NGO UKI- Supportive Committee for Migrants
01.2016 - 12.2017

Coach, Organizational Development and HR

Nolock Software Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2015

Psychologist

Pattern Consultancy, sponsored by the Ministry of Education
01.2010 - 12.2014

School Counselor

German School Saint Ursula
01.2009 - 12.2013

School Counselor

Swiss School
01.2009 - 12.2009

Child and Adolescent Psychologist

NGO Inserta - Center for Sensory Integration for Children and Adolescents
01.2008 - 12.2008

Psychologist and Coach

Private Practice
05.2006 - Current

Child and Adolescent Psychologist

Hospital Barros Luco
01.2006 - 12.2007

Business and Organizational Psychology -

Professional Association of Austrian Psychologists (BÖP)

EMDR Expert - Trauma Therap For Adults, Children And Adolescents

EMDR Institute Austria

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) -

Paul Gilbert

Master of Science in Systemic Coaching - Organizational Development and Human Resources

Sigmund Freud Universität

Systemic Family Psychotherapy -

Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile

Natural Medicine -

Australasian Institute For Natural Therapies (ACNT)

Psychology University Degree -

University Gabriela Mistral
Astrid Becks Papapietro