It's Complicated

Aglaia Michelaki

Gestalt Psychotherapist & Coach

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I specialise in expats/career nomads, trauma and ADHD in a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental approach. Canadian, Gestalt Psychotherapist, & MBSR instructor. Member of the Danish Psychotherapists Association.

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Hellerup, DenmarkAvailable in-person and online
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About me

"Are you living or merely surviving?" When I was first asked this question, I struggled to make the distinction. I had successfully relocated to several countries, was perennially active with studies, work, entrepreneurship, social and personal life, all while silently dealing with a chronic illness. But was I successful despite my health, or did I, in part, owe my illness to my "success"?

I specialise in expats / career nomads. Adjusting to a new country is much deeper than just acclimating to new weather or culture. I help people progress in their careers and personal lives by helping them identify personal obstacles, deep-seated fears, and patterns that no longer serve. Self-compassion and daring to feel whatever is present leads to authentic leadership, connections, and living in the now. Though my own experience helps, I recognise each journey is unique and each individual a universe in themselves. This calls for integrative sessions, that tailor to the person and the moment. You can expect a warm, person to person, confidential, non-judgemental, biopsychosocial and creative space where all is welcome, as it is right now.

I am a Clinical Gestalt Psychotherapist from the Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia, the only institution in Denmark accredited by the European Psychotherapists Association. I also hold an MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) certification from Brown University, fortified by Advanced studies in Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness. I continue to study with a special interest in the intersection between trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and manifestations in the body. Currently completing an M.Sc. in Applied Positive Psychology.

Mother Tongue: Canadian English. Fluent in Greek. Working ability in Danish.
Online & in-person sessions. Two locations: Hellerup & Copenhagen centre.

LGBTQIA+ friendly, body-positive, all faiths welcome.

I speak:

EnglishGreek

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Location:

2900 Hellerup, Denmark

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Approach

Treatment Approaches
CoachingRecommended for those who want support and motivation to achieve personal or professional goals, often with a structured, goal-oriented approach.
Gestalt therapyRecommended for those who want to focus on the present and take responsibility for their feelings and actions to promote personal growth.
IFS: Internal Family SystemsRecommended for those who want to explore and heal the different parts of themselves that might feel conflicted or overwhelmed.
Gestalt Psychotherapy, Secular Mindfulness, MBSR, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Sensitive Practices, Art Therapy, IFS, Psychoeducation, Positive Psychology, Life Coaching.

Experience

2019-Present: ADYTON - Private Practice: aglaiamichelaki.com
-one on one and group therapy
-yearly retreats to Crete, Greece including therapy, nature, mindfulness, yoga, artistic expression

2022-Present: Depression Association of Denmark (Depressionsforening Danmark) - Co-founder of Blom Collective (previously English Speaking Cafe - Mental Health Awareness workshops for people with migration experiences.
-Online depression support group

2020-2021: Blossom Center for the Empowerment of Women.
-Art Therapy / Mindfulness

2020-Present: Advisory Board Member to the Nordic School of Art and Health (NSAH)
-Art Menturm Platform contributor on how mental health can be aided by public art

2002 - 2016: Teaching/Counselling.
-Special Focus on students with ADHD.



Education

M.Sc. Candidate in Positive Psychology and Coaching - University of East London

Clinical Gestalt Psychotherapist and Coach - Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia

Professional Group Coaching - Quantum Leap Coaching and Consultancy

IFS for Trauma-Sensitive Practitioners - David Treleaven

Authentic Leadership - Connective Institute

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR Level 1) - Brown University

Advanced Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness - David Treleaven

ADHD Coach Training (PT) - ADDCA

Mindfulness and Psychotherapy - Tara Brach

Happiness in the Workplace - Berkeley University

Art Therapy Seminar - Institut for Kunstterapi

Yoga Nidra - Total Yoga Nidra Network

Architecture - Boston Architectural College

Fine Art History - University of Toronto

I attend monthly supervision with an experienced Psychiatrist / Senior Gestalt Psychotherapist as well as peer supervision.

Services

Individual Session

DKK 700 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Hellerup, DenmarkAvailable in-person and online
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Usually responds within 2 hours

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