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Therapy 

Find answers to your questions about therapy and learn more about the types of therapy I offer

Therapeutic Approaches


In my practice, I offer three main forms of therapy.
For some clients, one approach may be the most suitable; other times, I combine different methods.
What matters most is finding what fits youand your specific needs.

I find that all three approaches are effective in their own way, each offering something unique.

Below, you can read a brief overview of them.
If you’d like to learn more, I’ve written blog posts about each of the three approaches.

In addition, I offer a specialised Intensive PTSD Treatment Programme and online courses.

EMDR

EMDR is a therapeutic approach that helps process past experiences and traumas that continue to cause problems in the present.
The brain’s natural healing process is stimulated, for example, through guided eye movements.

EMDR can be used to work with both early life experiences — such as events from childhood — and more recent situations that are difficult to let go of.
The therapy can create a renewed sense of calm and freedom in your life.

DBT

DBT is a therapeutic approach that can be particularly helpful if you find it difficult to manage your emotions or if you struggle with behaviours you wish to change.
This may include self-harm, angry outbursts, or withdrawing from others.

In DBT, you learn concrete, practical skills that you can apply in your everyday life — helping you regulate your emotions and reduce problem behaviours.

ISTDP

An effective form of therapy for anxiety, depression, stress, and relational difficulties.
ISTDP helps you understand and process the underlying emotions that may cause psychological and physical symptoms.

Together, we work to break old patterns and defences, so you can reconnect with your genuine emotions and let go of anxiety and negative thoughts.

Common Questions About Therapy

Do you accept referrals from a GP?


I don’t have a public health insurance agreement (“ydernummer”) and therefore cannot accept GP referrals.
If you have a referral and wish to use it, you’ll need to find a psychologist who works under the public healthcare scheme.

There is often a waiting period for psychologists with public funding.
If you’d like to start working on your difficulties now, one of my online coursesmay be a helpful place to begin until you can start therapy with a public psychologist.

I collaborate with the Danish health insurance scheme “Sygeforsikring Danmark”, which means members can receive partial reimbursement for therapy sessions.
I also recommend checking whether you have private or workplace insurance that may contribute to or fully cover your therapy sessions — for example, through your employer or pension plan.

Why Therapy?


People typically seek therapy because they’re struggling with inner difficulties they want help with.
This might include anxiety, self-criticism, low self-esteem, depression, stress, mood swings, anger, PTSD, or similar challenges.

Sometimes the difficulties are more relational — for example, feeling distant from others, hiding behind a façade, or finding it hard to set boundaries.

How long do I need to see a psychologist?


That’s entirely up to you.
The number of sessions depends on what you’d like help with and how complex the issues are.

If you’re dealing with a specific and well-defined problem, a few sessions may be enough.
Others benefit from longer-term therapy.
We’ll discuss it together along the way to find what makes the most sense for you.

How often should I attend therapy?


It depends on your situation and what you’d like to work on.
For many people, it makes sense to start with sessions once a week or every other week.

As therapy progresses, it can be helpful to space the sessions out gradually — for example, meeting once a month towards the end of the process.

Who Can Receive Therapy?


In my practice, I offer therapy for adults — which means you need to be over 18 years old.

I provide individual therapy only, not couples or family therapy.
In some cases, it may make sense to invite a partner or family member to join for a single session, but ongoing joint sessions are not offered.

What My Clients Say

No More PTSD — and Able to Enjoy Life Again


“I contacted Louise after a life-threatening event and a long hospital stay. I was struggling with severe anxiety symptoms, anger, flashbacks, and nightmares. Altogether, my symptoms were consistent with PTSD.

Therapy made an enormous difference and reduced my symptoms to such a degree that I no longer meet the criteria for PTSD.

I feel like I’ve returned to this world — able to enjoy life again. The trauma is now simply part of my life story.”


Woman, 34 years old

— 7 sessions (3 with EMDR)
Translated from Danish

On My Way Back to Work


“I had many unresolved issues and conflicts at my workplace, and I simply couldn’t see a way forward.
I was exhausted, couldn’t sleep, my thoughts were racing, and I felt completely hopeless.

Therapy helped enormously — I’ve managed to push certain problems to the background of my mind.
It has truly helped me ‘sort out’ my negative thoughts, store them away, and keep them from disturbing my daily life.”


Woman, 60 years old

— Therapy with ISTDP and EMDR
Translated from Danish

Contact

If you have any questions, you’re very welcome to call me.
You can also write to me — feel free to use the contact form.

 
 
 
 
 

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