Gregor Eriksen, Dr. phil.

Whatever brings you to therapy, my aim is that you will feel better after a few sessions already. My clients say that in our sessions, they experience a warm-hearted and friendly atmosphere. You'll engage with a genuine, authentic human being rather than with an unapproachable therapist. Consider our interaction as a shared walk, with you deciding direction and pace. I'm happy to walk by your side, maybe suggesting new paths or highlighting potentially unexplored areas. In this regard, "queerness" can also be considered as a mindset that helps us to think "outside the box." My approach is solution-oriented; although we can of course explore your background ("Where you come from"), you might be more inclined to envision "where you want to go." Laughter may be part of our shared moments, and with your consent, I might pose thought-provoking questions. In my sessions, my clients experience more than traditional "talk-only" therapy. By integrating drama-based techniques I encourage them to also explore non-cognitive layers, delving into the complexity of their inner life and becoming more aware of their "inner cast". Creating a secure space is a priority, especially for my queer clients, who may resonate with my personal mental health journey as a gay man navigating a shame biography myself. My hope is that you feel even more understood, supported and connected on a deeper level.

In my own practice since 2014, employment at Schwulenberatung (gay health centre) Berlin 2017 - 2021 and freelance work for several counselling companies since then. Since 2020 almost entirely online, partly in English. Working with leaders, queer NGOs and clients from LGBTQIA* community. Trainer for Deutsche Aidshilfe (project "Let's talk about sex - Reloaded").

Upcoming: Diplom in Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity Therapy (GSRD) (Pink Therapy, London: 2024–2025) Systemischer Facilitator (BIF Berlin: 2017 - 2020) Systemic Counsellor (GST Berlin: 2015 - 2017) Psychodrama Practitioner (Psychodramaforum Berlin: 2015 - 2017) Non-medical healer for Psychotherapy (Gesundheitsamt Berlin Tempelhof-Schöneberg: 2013 - 2014) Dr. phil. (Universität Potsdam, Institute for Religious & Jewish Studies: 2007 - 2012) MTh (Master of Theology) (University of Glasgow, 2006-7) Swimming Badge “Sea horse” (1992)