About me
my story
Hello, I am Ian!
Originally from Spain, I live in Denmark since 2006 and over the years I’ve successfully made Copenhagen my second home.
Life often takes unexpected turns, and what began as a two-year study trip abroad has turned into the place where I’ve spent most of my adult life.
In Spain I spent my childhood and early adulthood. My family of origin was highly dysfunctional, and as a child, I endured a fair share of suffering, including physical and psychological abuse. My parents divorced and remarried multiple times, and I also faced a great deal of instability, moving cities four times and changing schools seven times during primary and secondary school. After completing my first university degree (in chemical engineering), I made the decision to move abroad.
After years of being paralyzed by fear, I made the decision to transform my life
In my mid-thirties, despite achieving a significant level of success by societal standards, I experienced a profound personal and professional crisis that left me disoriented and devoid of meaning. I wasn’t content with the direction my life had taken, and I faced a critical choice: either continue down a path leading to a purposeless existence or confront my fears.
This involved numerous changes, including a career shift towards psychotherapy.
As I embarked on my personal journey of healing and self-discovery, I successfully transformed my childhood traumas into valuable life lessons.
This transformation was made possible through the invaluable work of my own psychotherapeutic process. I’ve learned to embrace uncertainty and make the unknown my ally, allowing it to assist me in confronting my fears.
This journey has empowered me to strive for a more meaningful life, directly making a difference by working with people.
I am here to listen with compassion, to help you understand yourself better, and to empower you to make the changes you desire
These experiences, combined with my professional education as a psychotherapist, provide me with firsthand personal insights into life’s trials and a profound understanding of the journey towards healing. I regularly receive supervision, prioritize my own therapy, and stay current through ongoing professional development.
If these words resonate with you, and you’re feeling ready to embark on your journey of self-healing and self-discovery, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.
If you are interested in learning more about how therapy can help you, please feel free to contact me.
Things about me
Life experience & funny facts
I am fluent in Spanish, Danish, and English, and I can get by in French. As for Greek, well, I can follow regular conversations and I can stumble through some basic conversation when the need arises.
My first career was in chemical engineering, and I have over 15 years of working experience in renewable energy, refining, and synthetic fuels. In this role, I have authored several patents and scientific papers.
I am passionate about music, and I am also a musician. My main instrument is electric bass, but I also play double bass, guitar, keyboards, and some percussion instruments. I have played in many different musical groups, and I am very experienced performing live.
I have a deep love for animals, having grown up with a variety of pets. I appreciate their trust, authenticity, and generosity.
I have a keen interest in spirituality and maintain a regular meditation practice.
In my twenties, I used to play a lot of football, always as a goalkeeper. I also love mountain biking and martial arts.
I have a passion for adventure travel. To me, nothing beats solo motorcycle journeys in foreign countries where I don’t speak the local language.
I’m an enthusiast of poetry, art, and any discipline that embraces improvisation and the creative spirit.
My qualifications
I have completed the following educational programs in the field of mental health:
- M.Sc. in Psychology (distinction) | BPP University (London, UK)
- Master in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy (distinction) | Instituto Galene (Madrid, Spain)
- Brainspotting training | (Phase 1 & 2)
I have also attended the following workshops or courses:
- Workshop on emotional regulation techniques
I am member of the following professional associations:
- Danish Psychotherapist Association (Dansk psykoterapeutforening)
Additionally, I have also completed the following educational programs in other scientific fields:
- M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering | University of Granada (Granada, Spain)
- M.Sc. in Sustainable Energy Engineering | Aalborg University (Aalborg, Denmark)
SERVICES
In-person in Copenhagen (Denmark)
Online for the rest of Europe
