FAQ

Can psychotherapy therapy help?

From the American Psychological Association: “Research demonstrates that psychotherapy is effective for a variety of mental and behavioral health issues and across a spectrum of population groups. The average effects of psychotherapy are larger than the effects produced by many medical treatments.”

https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2012/08/psychotherapy-effective

If you have any questions and want to know if therapy is right for you, we offer a free 10-minute first time consultation (online) which you can book via the first time client section on the “schedule a consultation” page.

How does online therapy/video therapy/teletherapy compare to in-person therapy?

Studies have shown that, while online therapy via video is not for everyone, it generally is just as effective for most people. For some with mobility issues or other impediments to in-person sessions it can be especially helpful.
The American Psychological Association has several articles discussing teletherapy/video therapy/online therapy:

https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/07/cover-telepsychology

https://www.apa.org/topics/telehealth/online-therapy

We also have a longer article in our blog section discussing this subject:

What is Online Therapy and is it Right for you?

Online therapy also means that you can be located anywhere in Norway and have access to the mental health services of a trained female psychologist from the comfort of your own home. From any city and county in Norway, including: Ålesund, Bergen, Bodø, Fredrikstad, Gjøvik, Hamar, Kristiansand, Oslo, Sandnes, Skien, Stavanger, Trondheim, and Tromsø.

What is PACT?

From the PACT website: “Developed by Dr. Stan Tatkin, PACT is a fusion of attachment theory, developmental neuroscience, and arousal regulation. PACT has a reputation for effectively treating the most challenging couples.” For more information regarding PACT, click the link below:

https://www.thepactinstitute.com/what-is-pact

If you need immediate/emergency help:

If you or someone you know is acutely suicidal, call 113. If you or someone you know requires immediate assistance the best option is to contact your primary physician (fastlege) during the day or call 116 or 117 to contact the nearest emergency room. Ask to speak to the psychiatric emergency room (psykiatrisk legevakt) or another psychological service; availability varies from municipality (kommune) to municipality.
Helsenorge.no also has a hotline that can provide guidance in regard to gaining access to psychology services. Open weekdays 8:00-3:30pm/15:30 and it can be reached at: 23 32 70 00.