Miss Trine Munkvold

Therapeutic Counsellor

Verified

“I am a humanitarian and social work professional with extensive experience across the non-profit sector, public services and community-based initiatives in Sweden and Norway. My career has included supporting individuals and communities in vulnerable situations, developing social support programmes and contributing to initiatives promoting human rights, inclusion and well-being.”

About me

A safe space to reconnect with yourself. I am a trauma-informed practitioner and somatic coach with extensive experience supporting people affected by trauma, sexual abuse, incest, domestic violence and challenging life circumstances. My work combines years of humanitarian and social support experience with a compassionate, body-oriented approach to healing and personal growth. I support adults who may feel disconnected from themselves, struggle with trust or boundaries, experience the effects of difficult relationships, or want to better understand the patterns they have developed to cope with life. Together, we explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, at a pace that respects your needs and boundaries. My intention is to offer a space where you can develop greater self-understanding, reconnect with your needs and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others. I offer online sessions and in-person sessions in Umeå, Sweden, in English, Norwegian and Swedish. You are welcome exactly as you are. My professional background spans refugee support, psychosocial support, mentoring, addiction services, psychiatric care, Housing First, and work related to domestic violence, honour-related violence, incest and childhood sexual abuse. I also bring experience in programme development, project management, volunteer coordination and cross-sector collaboration. Professional Experience Organisations I have worked with include: * Swedish Red Cross * Rise – The National Association against Incest and Other Sexual Abuse in Childhood * Norwegian Women’s Public Health Association * Norwegian Red Cross * Save the Children Sweden * YMCA * Swedish Forum for Human Rights * Oslo Municipality * Umeå Municipality Education & Professional Training My academic background in international conflict and crisis management, together with continued professional development in trauma, psychosocial support and related disciplines, informs my work. Relevant education and training include: * Compassionate Inquiry One-Year Training – 2025 * Compassionate Inquiry Suicide Attention Training – 2025 * Inner You Breathwork Facilitator Training – 2025–2026 * Psychosocial Support (PSS), Swedish Red Cross – 2025 * Kundalini Touch Facilitator Training – 2025 * Okuden Reiki Level 2 – 2025 * Domestic Violence and Abuse, College of Health Sciences, Sweden – 2022 * Shoden Reiki Level 1 – 2022 * Trauma and Attachment Theory, Oslo New University College – 2018 * Coach SHIFT 1 & 2, Shift Education, ICF-accredited training – 2013–2014 * International Conflict and Crisis Management, Umeå University – 2004–2007 I am committed to ongoing professional development and continually expanding my knowledge and skills.

Approach

My approach is compassionate, collaborative and trauma-informed. I draw on Compassionate Inquiry, parts-informed approaches and somatic practices to support greater self-understanding, emotional awareness and connection with yourself. Rather than focusing only on talking about what has happened, we also pay attention to your present-moment experience: your emotions, bodily sensations, thoughts and responses. Together, we gently explore patterns that may have developed as ways of coping with difficult experiences, approaching them with curiosity rather than judgement. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs and may include grounding, breathwork, gentle movement, body awareness and reflective conversation. We work at a pace that respects your boundaries and capacity, making space to pause, slow down or change direction whenever needed. You remain in control of what you share. There is no pressure to revisit painful memories or to move faster than feels right for you. My intention is to create a space where you can feel heard, explore your experiences safely and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I believe that healing is not about fixing something that is broken, but about understanding ourselves with greater compassion and discovering new ways of relating to ourselves and others. Where appropriate, we may also explore simple practices to support you between sessions. My role is to accompany you in this process with empathy, curiosity and respect for your individual journey.

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Basic information

Languages:

English, Norwegian, Swedish

Fees:

Sliding scale

Umeå, Sweden

In-person & Online

Services

I offer trauma-informed, individual support for adults navigating the effects of difficult life experiences. My work combines compassionate exploration, somatic awareness and practical tools to support self-understanding, emotional regulation and personal growth. Areas of support include: * Sexual abuse and incest recovery: Support in exploring the emotional and relational effects of childhood sexual abuse, incest and other experiences of sexual harm. * Domestic and relational violence: Support in reconnecting with yourself, exploring boundaries and rebuilding self-trust after abusive or controlling relationships. * Trauma and attachment-related difficulties: Exploring relational patterns, protective responses and challenges with trust, connection and emotional safety. * Stress and nervous system regulation: Grounding, body awareness and gentle practices to support regulation and a greater sense of connection with yourself. * Self-worth, shame and emotional patterns: Developing greater self-compassion and understanding responses shaped by difficult experiences. * Somatic and body-oriented support: Using body awareness, breathwork and gentle movement, where appropriate, to explore your present-moment experience. * Life transitions and personal growth: Support in navigating change, reconnecting with your needs and exploring new possibilities for how you want to live. My approach is collaborative and adapted to your individual needs, preferences and boundaries. You do not need to know exactly what you want to work on before reaching out.

Services Offered:

Trauma Counselling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Somatic Therapy
A body-centred approach to healing that uses physical awareness, breath, and movement to release stored tension and trauma, based on the recognition that the body holds and expresses emotional experience.
Relationship Counselling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Crisis Support & Counselling
Emergency emotional support and counselling for people in acute psychological distress, available at the point of need.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Internal Family Systems
A therapy model that views the mind as made up of distinct sub-personalities or 'parts', each with its own role, and works to help these parts communicate and heal under the leadership of a core Self.
Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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Works With:

Groups
Individuals
Organisations
Adults
Couples

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Shame
A deep, painful emotion involving the belief that one is fundamentally flawed or unworthy, which can affect self-perception and relationships.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Women's Issues
Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.
Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Self-Harm
The deliberate act of hurting oneself, such as cutting or burning, as a way to cope with overwhelming emotional pain or distress.
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