Living abroad can bring periods of transition, disconnection, uncertainty, or change, even when life outwardly appears settled. Therapy can offer space to reflect on what has become difficult, unfamiliar, or emotionally demanding over time. I am a Scottish psychotherapist based in Oslo and have lived in Norway for over 10 years. I work online with clients across Norway in both English and Norwegian.
My background is in psychology and psychotherapy. Over the years, I have worked with people from a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds. Therapy is shaped around the individual, their experiences, and the relationship that develops through the work itself.
Living in another country can sometimes intensify experiences that already existed, while at other times it can bring new challenges into focus. Relationships, identity, family dynamics, work pressures, loneliness, or a sense of uncertainty can all feel different when there is less familiarity or support around you. Therapy offers a place to reflect on these experiences more openly and gradually make sense of what has been difficult.
Some people begin therapy during a clear period of crisis or transition, while others arrive with a quieter sense that something no longer feels sustainable or fully connected in their lives. Sessions may be reflective, practical, exploratory, or supportive depending on what feels most helpful for you at the time.
I am originally from Scotland and moved to Norway, so I know some of the complexity that can come with rebuilding a life somewhere new. The cultural rules are not always visible, and language and belonging can take time to settle. At times, living abroad can leave people feeling slightly out of sync with the world around them, questioning themselves more than they normally would, or feeling pressure to adapt more quickly than feels possible.
My background is in psychology, psychotherapy, and behavioural science, and I work in an integrative way that adapts to the person and what feels most relevant to them. My approach draws from relational psychotherapy, Compassionate Inquiry, and other approaches that support reflection, emotional awareness, and self-understanding.
Therapy can offer space to better understand yourself, your relationships, and the ways you may find yourself responding to stress, uncertainty, or difficult experiences over time.
A few questions people sometimes have before starting therapy.
Not necessarily. Some people come to therapy during a clear period of difficulty or transition, while others arrive with a quieter sense that something no longer feels quite right in themselves, their relationships, or the way they are living.
Of course. Many people begin therapy without knowing exactly what to expect. The work develops gradually through conversation, reflection, and the therapeutic relationship itself.
Not at all. Some people arrive with something very clear in mind, while others simply know that something in life no longer feels sustainable, connected, or easy to carry alone.
I found Andi warm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to. The sessions helped me better understand myself and some of the things I had been struggling with for a long time.
Starting therapy felt daunting at first, but I quickly felt comfortable and found the sessions really helpful.
Online therapy worked much better than I expected, and the sessions were really easy to fit into my schedule.
You're welcome to share a brief message or suggest times that work for you, and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Yes. Sessions are available both in person and online via Zoom. Some people prefer meeting face to face, while others find online sessions more flexible and fit their schedule better.
Therapy is guided around what feels most supportive and manageable for you. Some people choose to begin with weekly sessions, while others prefer every second week from the start. Over time, the frequency can change depending on what feels helpful and realistic in your life. Some people continue weekly, while others move to fortnightly or monthly sessions as things begin to feel more settled.
Single sessions last 50 minutes, while double sessions last 90 minutes. You decide what feels most suitable for you and your situation. For couples therapy, a double session is often helpful as it allows more space for both people to speak and reflect together.
Single sessions cost 1300 NOK in person or 1200 NOK online. Double sessions cost 2200 NOK. Payment can be made via Vipps or bank transfer.
You can get in touch using the form on this page or by email. If you would like, we can arrange a brief 15-minute call to talk about what brings you to therapy and whether working together feels like a good fit. From there, we can arrange a first session if it feels right for you.