Coming Home through Therapy.
I work with war veterans and people with flight anxiety, offering therapy that’s grounded, practical, and personal.
Helping you reclaim peace in your everyday life.
Where Trauma meets Care, and Fear meets Structure.
This is where I can help.
War Veterans with PTSD
You’ve seen things most people can’t imagine — and coming back home doesn't always bring peace. I work with U.S. veterans living in Germany to process trauma, reduce anxiety, and rebuild stability in everyday life.
People with Fear of Flying
Even the thought of boarding a plane can trigger intense fear. Whether you're avoiding business travel or dream vacations, I offer structured therapy — and if needed, therapeutic travel support from check-in to arrival.
Hi. I’m Stefan Maar.
Specialist for Trauma Therapy.
For over 10 years, I have been supporting US war veterans and travelers with severe fear of flying through trauma and exposure therapy. My work combines methods from ACT, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy (prolonged if necessary), conducted in English or German, and always with the goal of achieving noticeable, constructive changes in everyday life.
If, for example, anxiety attacks, avoidance behavior, depression, panic attacks, flashbacks, and/or related symptoms are hindering your everyday life and having a lasting impact on your life or damaging your family life, please get in touch – together we will try to bring peace and clarity back into your life. This can also have a significant impact on your family life. Let's work together to restore harmony to your life.
I look forward to hearing from you.
A Video is Worth a Thousand Words
Sometimes, a shared story makes all the difference. I've created this video series to offer an authentic look at overcoming challenges like war-related PTSD and aviophobia. You'll hear therapeutic explanations from me and the honest, moving stories from my clients. My goal is to offer hope and a new perspective. I invite you to watch.
Therapy in the Right Environment
Some sessions need a door that closes. Others need fresh air, movement, or proximity to situations that may trigger reactions.
I offer both: dedicated therapy rooms in Knetzgau and flexible sessions in the regions of Würzburg, Schweinfurt, Bamberg, Ansbach, and Grafenwöhr.
Therapy Space - Knetzgau
My Additional Focus Areas
PTSD and fear of flying are key parts of my work — but they’re often connected to other issues. I offer support in a range of areas that frequently come with trauma, anxiety, or major life transitions.
What You Might Want to Know
Here are answers to common questions that you might have.
Most clients begin with weekly sessions of 45 to 60 minutes. As therapy progresses and stability improves, sessions may shift to a biweekly rhythm.In some cases, longer time blocks of up to four hours are scheduled to allow for thorough and effective exposure therapy.In special cases (for example, during prolonged exposure sessions), longer therapy appointments can be arranged.
You can choose between:
- In-office sessions in a calm, private space
- Appointments at your home or outdoors — wherever it makes sense for your stabilization and healing process.
- Either at my office in Knetzgau or as on-site appointments in Würzburg, Kitzingen, Schweinfurt, Bamberg, Ansbach, or by arrangement.
Sessions can sometimes be reimbursed by German private health insurance; otherwise, they are considered a self-pay service.
For U.S. veterans, official invoices for the VA/PTSD treatment allowance can be issued. I also provide documentation to support reimbursement claims with the VA. Your options will be discussed during our first consultation.
The VA assigns PTSD disability ratings of 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, or 100%, depending on how much your symptoms affect daily life and work.
At higher levels (e.g., 70–100%), this can mean monthly compensation of up to approximately $4,000 USD, depending on factors such as marital status. You can find more information on the official websites of the U.S. government.
Many veterans have not completed a post-deployment evaluation or have avoided it due to symptoms directly linked to PTSD. Especially those with extensive combat experience often describe feelings of guilt — thoughts like “Others deserve it more than I do.”
Together, we can review your situation and explore the options for official recognition by the U.S. government, if your service-related condition has not yet been acknowledged.
Yes. We go through the VA paperwork together and ensure that your experience is clearly and professionally documented. I also provide written evaluations and summaries tailored to the VA rating process — based on your symptoms and therapy progress.
If needed, I can help you connect with a suitable specialist physician.
If you're worried about someone who might be struggling with trauma or avoidance, you're not alone. I regularly speak with spouses, partners, friends or parents who want to encourage therapy.
You’re welcome to reach out directly, and we’ll talk about how to approach the conversation in a way that respects their boundaries but opens the door to healing.
Your inquiry will, of course, be handled confidentially and in accordance with data protection regulations.
Still Have Questions? - Feel free to get in touch.
Get in Touch
Whether you're ready to begin therapy or just have a question — feel free to reach out.
You can contact me directly by email or phone. All messages are handled confidentially.
Please contact me directly.