NARRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY
karsten@krakentalk.com
Phone
+45 7190 6077
I am Karsten, a Narrative Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in helping clients and families overcome distress and build a meaningful life.
I became a therapist to help people. For as long as I can remember, I have been curious about human emotions and behavior, and how they guide our lives. I have seen how people’s lives can change for the better with the right support and guidance. Through my personal and professional experience, I have learned a lot about various psychological issues and how we can deal with them. I enjoy using my skills and knowledge to support and guide my clients through their challenges and difficulties. Doing therapy is also rewarding and meaningful to me because I can see the progress and growth of my clients. People’s trust, stories and experiences in their lives, inspire me and motivate me to keep learning and improving as a Therapist.
I am professionally certified by the International Center of Clinical Excellence (ICCE) and a member of the Association of Danish Psychotherapists (FADP), which is affiliated with the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP).
I specialize in treatment of (PTSD+C.PTSD) Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and / Trauma and Family / Multi-Family Therapy, drug and alcohol abuse treatment and do counselling.
These specializations are qualified by formal education and extensive experience, including:
I also teach professionals (e.g. therapists, educators and law enforcement officers) how to understand the biochemical and developmental effects of drugs on humans.
The Kraken is a mythical creature that represents the quest for self enlightenment. To meet the Kraken is to face one’s inner demons and connect with one’s true values.
I am Karsten, a Narrative Psychotherapist who can help you cope and grow. Contact me today and let’s start your journey together.
(Free Introduction)
The therapist will work with the client to develop strategies to manage ADHD symptoms, including time management techniques or organizational strategies. The therapist can also address any comorbid conditions that often occur with ADHD, such as anxiety or depression.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other behavioral interventions can be used to help the individual manage symptoms and develop coping strategies.
The therapist will create a safe and supportive environment for the individual to explore their trauma and work with emotional and psychological symptoms associated with PTSD and trauma.
Cognitive therapy (CPT), prolonged exposure (PE) / COPE, Seeking Safety and Narrative therapy are used to help the individual process and deal with the traumatic consequences.
The therapist may also incorporate mindfulness techniques, breathing exercises, or other stress reduction strategies to help the individual deal with anxiety or stress associated with their trauma.
The therapist uses a variety of evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing (MI) and psychoeducation to help the individual manage and overcome their addiction.
The therapist can also address any underlying issues that may have contributed to the development of the addiction, such as unprocessed experiences, trauma, etc.
Group therapy or support groups can be offered as a way for the individual to connect with others who are going through similar challenges.
Psychotherapy sessions for ADHD, trauma, PTSD and addiction are tailored to the client’s needs and may include a combination of different approaches and techniques to help the individual manage their symptoms and improve their overall well-being.
Family therapy is an area of psychotherapy that involves working with families or couples to improve communication, resolve conflicts and promote healthy relationships. The goal of family therapy is to identify and address issues that may affect the overall health and well-being of the family.
The family therapist is trained to help family members understand each other’s perspectives, improve communication, and develop more effective ways of dealing with stress and conflict. Family therapy sessions can include all members of the family or only those directly involved in the problem.
Some common problems that can be treated in family therapy include:
Adolescent psychotherapy (ages 10-18) is a type of treatment aimed at helping young people understand and manage emotional and behavioral problems. Young people can experience a number of challenges that can affect their mental health and well-being, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship conflicts, trauma or substance abuse.
Psychotherapy is an effective way to treat these problems. There are different therapeutic approaches that can be used to treat young people, depending on their specific needs and challenges. Some of the most common therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative psychotherapy, and family therapy.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on changing negative thoughts and behavior patterns that may contribute to emotional problems.
In narrative therapy, the positive experiences that contradict the dominant narratives are viewed with curiosity. These experiences help to expand a story or give rise to other stories, which can gain more space in the client’s life and thus open up the possibility of setting a development with increased well-being.
Family therapy aims to involve the family system in therapy sessions to improve communication and relationships between family members.
The length of treatment can vary depending on the specific needs of the young person. In general, psychotherapy for young people can be an effective way to improve their mental health and well-being and help them develop skills to cope with challenges and improve their quality of life.
In general, KrakenTalk takes a non-diagnostic approach. We aim to empower individuals by helping them understand their experiences and find meaning in them, rather than diagnosing and treating them as patients with medical conditions.
However, it may be important for clients to gain a greater understanding of diagnoses or symptoms that may point in the direction of a diagnosis.
Psychological testing and assessment involves the use of various standardized methods to evaluate a person’s cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and personality functioning. The purpose of non-diagnostic psychological testing is to provide an objective and comprehensive understanding of a person’s strengths, challenges, and potential areas for improvement.
If you are a professional therapist and are looking for advice to improve your skills and progress your career, there are some things to consider:
Identify your specific goals: Before seeking advice, it is important to identify which areas of your practice you want to improve. Would you like to become more confident in your clinical skills, learn how to better market your practice or develop your leadership skills?
Determine the coaching format: Coaching can be done in person or virtually and can be structured as one-on-one sessions or group coaching. Consider which format will work best for you based on your schedule, learning style, and budget.
Set clear expectations: Before you begin coaching, make sure you set clear expectations with your coach. Discuss what you hope to achieve, how often you will meet and what the coaching process will look like. This will help ensure that you and your coach are on the same page and working toward the same goals.
Be open to feedback: Coaching is about growth and development, which means being open to receiving feedback and making changes to improve. Be prepared to take an honest look.
Assessment: The first step in implementing FIT is to assess the needs of the organization or therapist(s) and the needs of their clients. This may involve evaluating current treatment protocols, identifying areas for improvement, and determining the goals of FIT implementation.
Training: Once the assessment is completed, training is provided to therapists and staff on how to collect and use feedback from clients. This may involve training in specific tools or techniques for gathering feedback as well as strategies for interpreting and applying feedback to improve treatment outcomes.
Implementation: With the training completed, the FIT system is implemented in the organization or the therapist’s practice. This may involve integrating feedback tools into therapy sessions, building a feedback-promoting culture, and ensuring that feedback is regularly collected and analyzed.
Monitoring and evaluation: Finally, ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the FIT system is necessary to ensure that it is working effectively. This may involve tracking client outcomes, monitoring feedback collection rates, and making adjustments to the FIT system as needed to improve results and meet goals.
In general, FIT consultation and implementation involves collaboration between therapists, staff and clients to continuously improve the quality of care provided. By using client feedback to inform treatment decisions, FIT leads to better outcomes, increased client satisfaction, and a more effective and efficient therapy process.
The therapist will use effective treatment approaches and techniques to actively work with the client to identify and separate the dominant problems, anxiety and depression, from the client’s identity. This is done by examining how the problems manifest in daily life.
If utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach (CBT), the focus will be on:
Uncovering the automatic, negative thought patterns that maintain anxiety and depressive behavior.
Challenging the underlying, dysfunctional beliefs to create a more realistic and flexible cognitive foundation.
The goal is to develop concrete coping strategies and alternative behavioral patterns that move the client from a passive role to an active participant in their own life, where the previously controlling symptoms lose their influence.
Our main goal is to help you. We can meet in person or virtually, whichever is more convenient for you. We’re open to discussing your thoughts and exploring what’s possible.
We’re here to help and support you on your journey towards better mental health.