Deep Emotional Work Academy

Affordable Access to Groundbreaking Techniques for All Providers of Emotional CareDisclaimerThe content of this site is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult your own therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, counselor, physician, or other mental health professional with your questions, concerns, and before starting, stopping, or modifying any treatment or intervention. Anyone who chooses to apply and use the methods presented does so at their own risk and bears sole responsibility for complying with any regulations that may apply in the specific context and location.<h2 style="">The Nonprofit</h2>Emotion Coaching gUG: A German non-profit company, founded and directed by Matthias Behrends, dedicated to helping professionals deal with emotional distress and psychological trauma.The company works toward this goal through a variety of projects and primarily through the training of professional caregivers, psychotherapists, and non-therapeutic personnel such as teachers, humanitarians, and journalists.Our PrinciplesOur actions are guided by the principles of independence and impartiality.Our actions are primarily educational. We advocate ethical behavior and the duty to provide care without causing harm to individuals or groups. We respect individual autonomy, confidentiality, and the right to informed consent. We treat those we serve with dignity and respect for their cultural and religious beliefs. In accordance with these principles, we strive to provide quality educational services.Excerpt from the StatutesNot changed since the original version of 24.09.2015. (Translations for convenience, the German version is legally binding.)<ul><li>"The purpose of the company is the promotion of education, public education and vocational training ..." (German Original: "Zweck der Gesellschaft ist die Förderung der Erziehung, Volks- und Berufsbildung ...")</li><li>"The purpose of the statutes is realized in particular through the implementation of training courses for humanitarian personnel, volunteers, psychotherapists, doctors, educators, social workers and other helping professional groups ..." (German Oricinal: "Der Satzungszweck wird verwirklicht insbesondere durch die Durchführung von Schulungen für humanitäres Personal, Ehrenamtliche, Psychotherapeuten, Ärzte, Pädagogen, Sozialarbeiter und weitere, helfende Berufsgruppen ...")</li></ul>IndependenceAs a small organization, our decision to provide assistance in any country or crisis is based on established networks of collaborators and the cost-effectiveness of interventions, rather than on a global assessment of people's needs.Impartiality and NeutralityWe provide aid based on need, regardless of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. Our decisions are not based on political, economic or religious interests. We do not take sides or intervene at the behest of governments or warring parties.AccountabilityWe are committed to regularly evaluating the impact of our work. We accept the responsibility to be accountable to our students and donors.ManagementMatthias Behrends is the sole founder and the managing director.FundingThe entity is privately funded.In accordance with German tax law, the organization can receive donations and issue donation receipts.Activity ReportsReports are currently only available in German and as submitted to the tax authorities.<ul><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DV3i2evqAeTwMP7fg_AY4T4BNvlT0jQz/view?usp=drive_link" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Activity Report for the Year 2020</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11rCzVlS8VX828hRj5mPItHlmFzRsTh-6/view?usp=drive_link" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Activity Report for the Year 2021</a></li></ul><a href="https://legal.deepemotional.work" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Legal / 🇩🇪 Impressum</a>