The prevalence of mental health disorders is rising, while overall mental well-being is declining—a trend observed across Europe, particularly among vulnerable populations such as young people. At the same time, only about half of those in need receive treatment for their condition. In response to these challenges, innovative digital approaches to delivering psychological interventions and monitoring mental health have been developed and studied extensively over the past two decades.
In this guest lecture, special emphasis will be placed on the critical role of implementation processes in integrating these technologies into existing healthcare systems. Additionally, Dr. Mathiasen will highlight some of the latest and ongoing developments in the field, offering insights into future directions. The lecture will feature examples drawn from international research collaborations and Dr. Mathiasen's own work, offering a comprehensive perspective on this rapidly evolving area of mental health innovation.
Kim Mathiasen, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist and associate professor at Aarhus University and the University of Southern Denmark. A pioneer in internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) in Denmark since 2006, he co-developed the country's first iCBT programs and led initiatives like Denmark’s first iCBT research project and Internetpsykiatrien, a nationwide, free iCBT service for adults with depression and anxiety.
Dr. Mathiasen has contributed to major EU projects on scaling, comparing, and implementing iCBT, including MasterMind, E-Compared, ImpleMentAll, and ReConnected. His current work focuses on expanding iCBT to diverse populations, such as children, youth, and postpartum individuals, and advancing personalized digital treatments.
In addition, he has contributed to national guidelines for online psychological services and serves on the board of the International Society for Research on Internet Interventions.
16:00 | Presentation |
16:30 | Q&A |
If you wish to attend this lecture, please send an email to Louise Stutterheim.