Mikko Karhulahti
(he/him)
Clinical Psychologist / Gestalt therapist / Sex counsellor
Unavailable for new clients
I'm an accredited clinical psychologist, Gestalt therapist and sex counsellor, specialized in adult attachment (intimate and close relationships and family dynamics), psychopathology and sex therapy.
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At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 6 years on It's Complicated
Note from Mikko*** My practice is currently full. Next availability in summer 2025, only afternoon slots available (not in the morning / evening). ***
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
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About me
I have lived most of my adult life abroad. Therefore, I have personally witnessed the many challenges and troubles related to the life of a foreigner. I have studied in a variety of countries in Europe acquiring a culturally sensitive mindset which I aspire to incorporate into my practice. I have experience working with people of different ages, nationalities and backgrounds. I did my clinical psychologist work placement in a closed prison, where I worked with inmates. I'm passionate about music, movement (dance) and the research of altered states of consciousness and psychedelic integration therapy. Recent specializations in sex therapy (Helsinki, Finland) and in Phenomenological Psychopathology and Field Theory (Turin, Italy).
I speak:
EnglishFinnishFrench
Location:
Friedelstraße 40, 12047 Berlin, Germany
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
Gestalt therapyRecommended for those who want to focus on the present and take responsibility for their feelings and actions to promote personal growth.
Group therapyRecommended for those who want to work through their challenges in a supportive group setting and learn from others who share similar experiences.
Sex therapyRecommended for individuals or couples who want help improving their sex life, intimacy, or overcoming sexual issues in a supportive environment.
I believe all 'maladaptive behaviors', whether manifested in one's life through stress, isolation, addiction, depression, anxiety or various 'disorders' (eg. personality or eating disorders), are merely creative adjustments to one's environment. In my work, the goal is to become aware of these patterns and behaviors, how they emerge in the relational field in the present moment. I have several concepts of interest in addition to attachment, such as identity/self, sexuality and gender, creativity/self-expression and self-confidence.
Experience
About 6 years at It's Complicated
2023-> Clinical psychologist & Gestalt therapist & sex counsellor at Counselling Kollektiv Berlin, Friedelstrasse 40, Berlin
2018-2022 Clinical psychologist & Gestalt therapist at Mittelweg 50 in Berlin
2017-2018 Clinical psychologist & Gestalt therapist at private practice in Paris
2016-2017 Prison psychologist at Riihimäki prison in Finland
2015 Voluntary worker at the Finnish Red Cross at Emergency Youth Shelter in Turku, Finland
Education
2022-2023 Sex therapist (NACS-accreditation in process) at Sexpo Foundation in Helsinki, Finland
2021-2023 basic & advanced training in Phenomenological Psychopathology and Field Theory (Turin, Italy)
2014-2018 Training and certificate in Gestalt psychotherapy at Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia in Denmark
2021 post-graduate training in Sex counselling at Sexpo Foundation in Helsinki, Finland
2015-2017 Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at University of Leiden in the Netherlands
2014-2015 Master studies in Psychology at University of Copenhagen in Denmark
2013-2014 Master of Science Research in Cognition and Behavior at University of Barcelona in Spain
2015 Master of Science in Economic Sociology at University of Turku in Finland
Cost
Individual Session
€100 (45 minutes)
Individual (low-income/student/unemployed)
€80 (45 minutes)
Couples Session
€120 (50 minutes)
Couples (long)
€160 (90 minutes)
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 6 years on It's Complicated
Note from Mikko*** My practice is currently full. Next availability in summer 2025, only afternoon slots available (not in the morning / evening). ***
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds after 24 hours
Usually responds after 24 hours