Bert Van Puyenbroeck

Bert Van Puyenbroeck is a postdoctoral researcher at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Brussels University Consultation Center) specializing in Family Therapy, Relationships, Sexuality, and Qualitative Research Methodology. His research focuses on psychotherapy dynamics, child abuse, healthcare outcomes, and transgressive workplace behaviors. He has authored over 45 publications spanning 20+ years, achieving a h-index of 10 with 101 citations.

Key research interests include exploring taboo topics in therapy, pain medication management, and analyzing decision-making processes in child welfare systems. His work incorporates both qualitative methodologies and clinical interventions, reflecting a dual focus on academic inquiry and practical application.

Notable contributions include the 2025 policy report on academic workplace toxicity and the PIANISSIMO clinical trial protocol on spinal pain management. He actively collaborates with institutions in Belgium and internationally, presenting at conferences on topics ranging from ethics in qualitative research to starting private psychotherapy practices.

His advisory work includes mentoring students such as H. Knaeps (Master's thesis on pornography in young couples) and G. Rossi (PhD on process-outcome analysis in family preservation services). He has received no explicitly mentioned awards but maintains an active research portfolio with ongoing investigations into psychotherapy taboos and pain management strategies.