Helena Åkesson
- Specialization: Addiction specialist
- 16 years of experience
- Speaks:English, Swedish
- Workplace: Spain, Marbella, Satori Recovery Clinic
Dr. Helena Åkesson is an addiction specialist and CBT therapist at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy with 12-step program foundations. Dr. Åkesson previously served as Operations Manager in private addiction treatment for over a decade. She treats alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
- Certified in NADA-acupuncture and holds a degree in behavioral science.
- Treats patients at a clinic reporting a 90% success rate for alcoholism.
- Provides both group and individual therapy sessions for recovery.
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Qualifications
Helena Åkesson is an addiction specialist at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with the 12-step program to treat dependency. Åkesson treats addiction, crime, and mental illness. She has practiced in these areas since 2000.
Specialization and Therapeutic Approach
Åkesson treats alcoholism and drug addiction. She integrates clinical methods with spiritual elements to support recovery. The doctor provides both group and individual treatment sessions for adults.
She uses several therapeutic techniques in her practice:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — a talk therapy that helps patients change negative thinking and behavior patterns
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — a method using mindfulness to increase psychological flexibility
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) — a counseling approach that helps patients find internal motivation to change behavior
- NADA-acupuncture — a standardized ear acupuncture protocol used to support recovery from addiction
Work Experience
Åkesson has held roles across the social and correctional sectors. She worked in social services, correctional services, addiction treatment centers, and residential therapy homes. For 11 years, she was the Operations Manager in private addiction treatment.
Her management experience includes family home care for children and young people. She is currently a therapist at Satori Recovery Clinic. Her work there supports mental health and medical needs.
Education and Training
- University degree in behavioral science
- Certified CBT therapist training
- Specialized training in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Theory)
- Training in MI (Motivational Interviewing)
- Professional Supervisor training
- NADA-acupuncture certification
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