Katja Bertsch

Katja Bertsch is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, focusing on clinical psychology and psychotherapy. Her research explores the neurobiological foundations of emotions and social interactions, particularly in personality disorders.

• Specializes in experimental psychopathology and neuroimaging
• Uses methods like fMRI, EEG, and eyetracking
• Key areas: oxytocin, stress hormones, interoception

Her work addresses conditions such as Borderline Personality Disorder, antisocial and avoidant personality disorders, examining how neurobiological factors influence social cognition and aggression. She contributes to understanding the interplay between hormonal systems and brain function in clinical contexts.

Recent publications highlight her focus on neuroimaging techniques, emotional regulation, and social threat hypersensitivity. Collaborative projects with institutions like JAMA Psychiatry and Biological Psychiatry reveal interdisciplinary engagement with neuroscience and endocrinology.