A team that takes time for you

Since 2012 we have been helping children, adults and older people in Maplewood back to an independent everyday life. Professional, warm and at your own pace.

Sunny pathway flanked by blooming pink oleanders
We help people take their everyday lives back into their own hands.
Julia Stein, practice owner
The Mendwell team standing together in front of a light grey wall

Our story

How an idea became a team

In 2012 Julia Stein founded the practice with one clear idea: therapy should start where everyday life becomes difficult. One treatment room has grown into five, and one therapist into a team of six specialists.

2012

Founded with one treatment room

2016

Moved into a renovated period building

2019

Own area for children and families

2024

Home visits across the whole city

Our team

Six specialists, one goal

Each of us brings their own focus and additional qualifications. That way we find the right support for your needs.

Portrait of Julia Stein, practice owner

On the team since 2012

Julia Stein

Practice owner, occupational therapist

Bobath therapist, pediatric specialist

Julia founded Mendwell in 2012 after ten years in neurological rehabilitation. She works with children and adults after a stroke or with developmental delays and coordinates the treatment plans of the whole team. Her focus: therapy goals that really matter in everyday life, agreed together with patients and families.

Neurology

Pediatrics

Portrait of Mateo Alvarez, occupational therapist

On the team since 2016

Mateo Alvarez

State-certified occupational therapist

Certified hand therapist, mirror therapy

Mateo is our specialist for hands and arms. After fractures, tendon injuries or surgery he guides patients from the first splint back to full strength. He also visits older patients at home and adapts their surroundings so that daily tasks stay safe and manageable.

Orthopedics

Geriatrics

Portrait of Aylin Demir, occupational therapist

On the team since 2018

Aylin Demir

State-certified occupational therapist

Mindfulness trainer (MBSR), psychiatric occupational therapy

Aylin works with people facing stress, burnout or depression. With mindfulness training and clear daily routines she helps patients regain energy and confidence step by step, and she prepares a gradual return to work together with employers and doctors.

Mental health

Work rehabilitation

Portrait of David Rosenberg, occupational therapist

On the team since 2015

David Rosenberg

State-certified occupational therapist

LSVT BIG certified, pain therapy

David supports people with Parkinson's disease, chronic pain and cognitive changes. With LSVT BIG he trains large, confident movements, and in pain therapy he combines exercise with pacing strategies for work and home. Patients value his calm explanations and clear home programs.

Cognition

Pain therapy

Portrait of Jonas Weber, occupational therapist

On the team since 2022

Jonas Weber

Occupational therapist (B.Sc.)

Perfetti concept, home visits

Jonas joined the team straight after his studies and brings fresh ideas from current research. He uses the Perfetti concept to rebuild perception and movement after neurological illness and is often out on home visits, where therapy happens right where it is needed.

Neurology

Geriatrics

Portrait of Sabine Krüger, practice manager

On the team since 2014

Sabine Krüger

Practice management and reception

Your contact for appointments, referrals and billing

Sabine is the first voice you hear when you call us. She organizes appointments, checks referrals and answers questions about costs and insurance. Thanks to her, our therapists can focus on their patients, and new patients quickly find their way around the practice.

Appointments

Billing

Renovated period building with balconies and a red roof under a blue sky

Our practice

Bright rooms in a period building

Our practice is located in a renovated period building in the heart of Maplewood: high ceilings, plenty of daylight and rooms that invite you to take part.

Accessible

Step-free entrance, lift and accessible restroom

Equipment

Motor skills room, workshop and therapy kitchen for everyday training

Opening hours

Mon to Fri, 10 am to 5 pm, and appointments by arrangement

Getting here

Tram lines 10 and 11, Riverside stop. Parking in the courtyard

Doctors

We coordinate referrals, goals and progress closely with GPs and specialists.

Speech and physiotherapy

With partner practices we plan treatments that complement each other.

Schools and daycare

On request we advise educators and teachers on site.

Families and carers

We guide relatives and care teams so that exercises work at home too.

Two smiling colleagues in a bright treatment room

Careers

Join our team

We are looking for occupational therapists, full or part time. You can expect a warm team, regular training days and modern rooms in a period building.

Apply now

or ask about an internship: jobs@mendwell.com