Research areas

Assessment treatment and prevention of mental health conditions that significantly contribute to the burden of disease globally: depression anxiety and somatic-symptom disorders called common mental disorders (CMDs) as well as suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Contextual factors determining successful dissemination and implementation of culturally-valid evidence-based interventions particularly Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). Combination of biological clinical and self-report data and employ novel computational methods such as network analysis. Providing group and individual psychotherapy to adult patients diagnosed with depression anxiety and personality disorders and/or presenting with self-harm or suicidal urges and behaviors. Behavioral particularly 3rd wave CBT approaches (e.g. DBT ACT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).