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I offer counseling focused on domestic violence, crisis and trauma, and social support systems.

Domestic violence
Whether you’ve already left an abusive relationship or you’re still in it, whether you know you’ve been subjected to some form of violence or are simply wondering if that might be the case - I’m here to help. We always start where you are at and explore your situation: past experiences, the present, and the future. I guide you in understanding and putting into words what you have and are experiencing, and offer tools to manage this and move forward. My goal is for you to live a free and safe life.

Loved Ones/Family members
Those who are close to people experiencing domestic violence often face significant challenges. Supporting a loved one while managing your own emotions in this situation can be incredibly difficult. That is why I offer help, support, and guidance to those of you who are close to someone who is currently experiencing or has experienced domestic violence. Common themes in these sessions include: Understanding how violence works and affects the victim, Supporting your loved one in the best way possible, and Managing your own feelings of fear, anger, sadness, and inadequacy.

Anyone who has a close relationship with someone is considered a family member/loved one: parents, children, siblings, partners, close friends, etc. Everyone is important and welcome.

Crisis and Trauma

A crisis can be triggered by difficult or overwhelming events and situations. It is experienced as extremely stressful or threatening to your sense of security, identity, or life circumstances.

Trauma occurs as a result of highly stressful experiences that overwhelm your ability to cope with the situation, such as accidents, illness, violence, war, or the loss of a loved one. How a person is affected depends on a number of factors, such as past experiences, mental health, and life circumstances. Crises and trauma often affect you both mentally (your thoughts and feelings) and physically (your body) and can lead to long-term symptoms. 

To cope with trauma and crises, support and a sense of safety are essential. That’s where I can help you. Prompt and effective intervention can shorten the recovery period and prevent the development of PTSD.

Social support systems

If you need help understanding and navigating the Swedish public support system, such as social services, healthcare, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency, and Tax Agency, I can assist you. I have worked in social services with virtually all government agencies and have extensive knowledge of them. I can help you understand procedures, make contacts, fill out applications, write appeals, etc.

Please note that I cannot provide legal advice.

You are welcome regardless of your age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity. 🏳‍🌈