Mikko Karppinen

About me

I am a trained psychotherapist, and I specialize in couple and family therapy. As a
psychiatric nurse, I have worked with adults, children and adolescents for nearly twenty
years.

I conduct therapy work from a resource-oriented framework, where the aim is to build new
understanding between people, and to focus attention on the present and to the future,
without losing sight of the past. I think that both new and old couple and family
relationships affect us at every moment on many levels.

WHAT KIND OF THERAPIST AM I
As a therapist, I am open, respectful and a good listener. I am easily inspired, and I also
encourage others to immerse themselves in the flow of emotions and thoughts. Difficult
issues are often rooted in questions of interpersonal interaction or their absence.

The clients are the experts of their own life. As a therapist, I am a companion with whom it
is safe to structure the turning points of one’s life in a way that creates a story of a person
who lives a unique life.

The keywords are dialogue, reflectivity, narrativity, and solution-oriented thinking.

WHAT HAPPENS IN MY PRACTICE
In the session, the client decides what will be discussed at any given time. During the first
meetings, it is beneficial to define the goals of the work together so that the work remains
meaningful. My method is based on an open dialogue model. I, as a therapist, am not an
expert but an equal person, with whom current topics are considered together. Sessions
may include genogram work, where family history is explored. This can open new
perspectives on our own experiences.

The client may also invite a relative or friend to the session by agreement, if that feels
important. Dealing with difficult issues together in a safe environment can be a healing
experience.

Therapy funded by Kela is only available for couples and families.
All clients are welcome for self-funded sessions.