Over the past 2 decades, Dr. Helgadottir has specialized in evidence-based treatment for complex psychological conditions. Her main areas of expertise are Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Depression, Health Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Fear of flying and more.
Dr. Helgadottir has been using Telehealth and innovating in health care since 2007. She received the Tracey Goodall Early Career Award for her innovations in online psychological treatment. Dr. Helgadottir has also been involved in teaching & research with Universities around the globe.
In her clinical work Dr. Helgadottir is data-driven. She conduct assessments before each session to focus clinical care.
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Featured In
Iceland: Rúv, Mbl, Vísir ofl.
United Kingdom: BBC, Telegraph
United States: Science Magazine, Wall Street Journal
Canada: Vancouver Sun
Australia: Sydney Morning Herald
Dr. Helgadottir explores the intersection between technology and psychology in her Psychology Today blog called Man Talks to Machine. Her AI-Therapy blog is about general mental health with a focus on anxiety and cognitive behavior therapy.
Treatment
Modern technology is used to improve treatment outcomes. Psychometric tests are administered before every session. Dr. Helgadottir has been practicing as a psychologist since 2005 in a wide range of settings.
Supervision and workshops
Dr. Helgadottir supervises both clinical and research students. Her company organizes public talks. Dr. Helgadottir has been an active public speaker for over a decade in both research and public settings.
Research
Peer-reviewed research is the key to continue grow and deliver successful therapy. Dr. Helgadottir continues to be an active researcher in the area of anxiety and online treatment.
