New offer from the pilot project Motherhood and Science: Systemic counseling

Caught Between Kids and Career? – Systemic Counseling for Mothers in Academia

Are you a mother and a student – and often feel torn between these two roles? Are you considering a career in academia but wondering whether a desire for children fits into that path – or whether you're even "allowed" to have it? Is studying with a child (or children) pushing you to your limits? Has the combination of parenting and working in science brought new challenges into your life – or intensified existing ones?

You're not alone. And you don’t have to face it alone.

As part of the pilot project "Motherhood and Academia" (FEM POWER Vision), I offer systemic counseling – a dedicated and protected space to pause and explore the areas of life where conflict often arises, but time and clarity are missing in the rush of everyday life.

What is systemic counseling?

Systemic counseling is a holistic method that helps you address challenges in different areas of your life, reflect on relationships, and develop new perspectives. It’s resource-oriented, individual, and impactful – even when conflicts have been simmering for a while or are just beginning to emerge.

My offer is open to:
– Students, staff, and researchers
– Individuals and couples
– People with children or those considering parenthood
– Anyone looking to actively shape a work-family balance

The counseling is:
– free of charge
– confidential
– available online or in person

Who will support you?

My name is Dr. Sarah Czerney. I'm a media and cultural studies scholar, systemic counselor (in training, DGSF), and co-founder of the national network Motherhood and Academia. At KGC, I coordinate the pilot project "Motherhood and Academia" as part of FEM POWER Vision, offering systemic counseling to support mothers and people navigating motherhood in academic environments.

Whether you're already a mother or considering becoming one – you deserve space, clarity, and support.