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KROKKET KLINIKK

Psychologist Kris Bourgetel

Do you need to talk to a psychologist?

I offer psychology sessions in private practice — as counselling, guidance or therapy. Sessions take place in person at Frysja in Oslo, or via secure video call.

Appointments are booked through Konfidens — click the button below. No waiting list or referral needed.

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WHEN SHOULD YOU SEE A PSYCHOLOGIST?

Have you been through something difficult, or been carrying heavy thoughts and feelings for a long time? Are you facing an uncertain decision, or a situation you don't know how to handle?

Some common reasons to see a psychologist:

Anxiety
Depression
Sleep difficulties
Social anxiety
Relationship difficulties
Break-up, separation or divorce
Traumatic experiences and memories
Loss of energy and motivation
Personal development

You don't need to know exactly why you're coming, or what you need. The biggest hurdle is often the first step: reaching out. Book an appointment or send me a message, and we'll figure out together how I can best help you.

What can you expect when you come to see me?

In our first session I'll meet you warmly and with patience. You can start by telling me what brought you in, or let me take the lead. I'll ask what you hope to get out of our sessions and how long you imagine them lasting, and we'll make a good agreement about working together.

I will do my best to make sure something already feels a little better after our first session. Maybe some relief. Maybe some hope. Maybe a realisation. You're coming to me to feel better, and that's what matters most to me from the very start.

ABOUT THE PSYCHOLOGIST SESSION

Psychologist sessions come in many forms. Some people want advice and guidance on a specific issue, a professional role, or a life transition. Others want to overcome long-standing difficulties or grow as a person. The great majority of people feel noticeably better as a result of talking to a psychologist.

I think of my sessions as psychological counselling, guidance and therapy — with some important differences and common ground between them.

Counselling: Counselling starts with something specific you're uncertain about in your life. You may want to talk through different sides of the issue, hear what a professional and neutral third party thinks, get clear advice, or work out a plan of action. I'm your ally in exploring your options.
Guidance: Psychological guidance is about supporting you in managing and developing within a role or area of your life. The specific topics stay in the foreground but shift from session to session. Over time, we identify patterns in how you respond and what you handle well or find challenging. Our reflections can give you new perspectives, alternative ways forward, and shift your reactions in a positive direction.
Therapy: The goal of therapy is to make it easier to be yourself — by reducing negative symptoms, building your sense of self, and fostering more positive thoughts, feelings and actions. In therapy we start from what you experience as negative, burdensome or destructive. We examine lasting patterns in your thoughts, feelings and actions. Being able to put words to what's happening inside you — and describe how and why — creates positive change. Therapy may also include practical exercises to help you function better in daily life — both things you practise in sessions and between them. Therapy lasts from a few months to several years. Five to fifteen sessions is fairly common, but it's difficult to know in advance how long you'll need. There's nothing wrong with needing more time. We continue for as long as you want.
Common foundation: The therapeutic relationship: My most important tool as a psychologist is our collaboration. That means taking a particular role in the conversation — neutral, warm, empathetic, genuine and curious. I am an outside ally with professional knowledge, with no other agenda in the relationship than to be your professional supporter. You can explore yourself without being judged, alongside someone who can handle being present with exactly who you are and what you're going through.; Your expectations matter, and we establish clear markers for meaningful improvement. As you experience positive change the goalpost may shift — and it's entirely normal to extend the work, or to return to therapy at different points in life.

Confidentiality

Psychologists are healthcare professionals bound by a duty of confidentiality. You can trust that what is said in our sessions stays between you and me — you can speak freely about what you think and feel, without having to consider how others might react.

To protect you, me and others, there are some important exceptions to confidentiality. These apply mainly when there is risk to your life or health, or that of others — including animals. I may also share information if you ask me to, for example with your GP (fastlege).

HOW I WORK

In psychological terms, I work integratively and in a person-centred way. In brief, this means:

I start from a belief in our equal worth as human beings.
You are the one who knows your life best.
I am here to understand your perspective and find the way forward with you.
I draw on the best available research and use the methods I believe suit you best.
I am open and honest about my assessments, and involve you in decisions.
Our most important tool is our collaboration.

You can feel safe knowing I will meet you where you are, that I can handle hearing what you think, feel, do and have been through, and stand with you in it. I take each step with you, toward healing, at your pace.

Psychologist Kris Bourgetel

Other areas of life

To help you in a responsible way, there may be areas of your life where professional support is also needed. These include for example:

Collaboration with your GP (fastlege)
Physical activity
Nutrition
Work and career
Social connection
Substance use

When can't I help?

In acute or serious situations, I recommend contacting public health services. In Norway, this is either through your GP (fastlege), your local municipality, the medical line 116 117 ("legevakten"), or the emergency number 113.

I am not equipped to offer adequate help with the following:

Risk of suicide
Hallucinations or psychosis
Substance abuse
Eating disorders
Serious self-harm
Repeated and serious violence
Severe mental illness

If you don't experience sufficient improvement working with me, you may find it with another psychologist. It's my responsibility to know when I can't help, and I will assist you in finding alternatives or reaching the right service.

PRICES AND BOOKING

All appointments are booked through Konfidens. Click the button below to go to my booking page.

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Prices

Psychology session (single)

Duration: 55 minutes

Day (08:00–16:00): NOK 1990,-

Evening (after 16:00): NOK 2490,-

Psychology session (double)

Duration: 110 minutes

Day (08:00–16:00): NOK 3890,-

Evening (after 16:00): NOK 4890,-

Terms

Booking requires login and registration of personal details.
All bookings are binding. For cancellation terms, see below.
Payment is by invoice sent after the session.

Cancellation

Appointments may generally be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours in advance, excluding weekends and public holidays. After that, the full fee applies. If I'm able, I'm happy to make an exception. Get in touch as soon as possible via the messaging service in Konfidens.

FIND ME

I'm based at Frysja in Oslo. There is easy access by bus and car, and it is also reachable by tram and train with a slightly longer walk.

Addresses:

Krokket Klinikk: Frysjaveien 33 e, 0884 Oslo.

Custom Golf AS: Frysjaveien 35 c, 0884 Oslo

Map of Krokket's location at Frysja, Oslo — Map: OpenStreetMap

The premises are right next to the Akerselva river and its beautiful walking path. If the opportunity arises, I strongly recommend adding half an hour to walk from Nydalsdammen. Maybe you'll spot the beavers? (I've yet to see them...)

The buildings have a lift and are accessible for people with reduced mobility. It is a goods lift with somewhat heavy doors, so please get in touch in advance if you need assistance on arrival.

Getting here

Bus: The 54 and 25 buses stop nearby at Frysja or Stillatorvet.; Walking distance 3–5 minutes.
Tram: Trams 12, 15 and 17 stop at the end station Kjelsås.; Walking distance 15 minutes.
Train: Train lines RE30 and R31 (Gjøvikbanen) stop at Kjelsås station.; Walking distance 11 minutes.
Car: Easy access by car.; Plenty of paid parking on site.; Visitors for golf sessions may park free of charge in Custom Golf's spaces nearest the river, upon registration at the tablet in their reception.

Contact

If you have questions or would like to get in touch, send me a message via my contact form.

Contact form

If you are registered as a client with me, all communications take place via Konfidens.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see a private psychologist?

No. With me, you book an appointment directly — no referral and no waiting list.

What does a session with a psychologist cost without a referral?

A single session (55 minutes) costs NOK 1990,- during the day and NOK 2490,- in the evening. Double sessions are also available. See the full price list on this page.

What happens in the first session with a psychologist?

We get to know each other at your pace. You can tell me what brought you in, or let me lead the conversation. We clarify what you hope to get out of our sessions, and make an agreement about working together. I do my best to make sure something already feels a little better after our first session.

Can I see a psychologist over video?

Yes, I offer psychology sessions via secure video call, on equal terms with in-person sessions.

How long does a course of treatment last?

It varies. Some people need just a few sessions, others continue for months or years. Five to fifteen sessions is fairly common. We continue for as long as you want.

Does insurance cover a psychologist in private practice?

Many health insurance policies cover psychology sessions in private practice. Check the terms of your policy, or ask your insurance provider.

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

A psychologist has a professional degree in psychology and works primarily with talk therapy. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor specialising in psychiatry, and can also prescribe medication.

How do I know if I need a psychologist?

There's no clear-cut answer. Perhaps wondering whether you should is reason enough. You don't need to know why you're coming or what you need — we'll figure that out together.

Does the psychologist have a duty of confidentiality?

Yes. Psychologists are healthcare professionals bound by confidentiality. What is said in our sessions stays between us, with a few legal exceptions, such as risk to life and health.