Helga Fasching

Associate Professor Helga Fasching is affiliated with the Institute of Educational Science at the University of Vienna, Faculty of Philosophy and Education. Her work focuses on Inclusive Education, Educational Transition Research, and Systemic Psychotherapy, with emphasis on vocational participation and social inequality.

• Vice-Director of the Doctoral Program D-SPL 59 (2024-2026)
• Scientific Director of the "Psychotherapeutic Specialization: Systemic Psychotherapy" (since 2023)
• Former Head of FWF project "Cooperation for Inclusion in Educational Transitions" (2016-2021)
• Board member of Austrian Science Fund (FWF) (since 2020)

Her research explores participatory cooperation in educational transitions, applying reflecting team methods and qualitative analysis to study inclusion of youth with disabilities in school-to-work processes. Recent publications examine intersectionality (disability, gender, migration), workplace inclusion strategies, and systemic counseling concepts.

Her academic work trends show a consistent focus on inclusive transition planning, participatory university teaching, and systemic family therapy applications in educational contexts. Articles often address disability support systems, educational equity, and collaborative research methodologies across Austria and international frameworks.

She teaches courses like "Counseling and Counseling Research" and "Diagnostics, Rehabilitation and Therapy with Focus on Special Educational Needs", and leads projects for professional inclusion. Her methodological strengths lie in qualitative research and participatory action studies.