Klaus Baumann

Prof. Klaus Baumann is a prominent theologian and psychotherapist affiliated with the University of Freiburg's Theological Faculty. He serves as Director of the Department of Catholic Welfare Studies and has held significant administrative roles, including Dean of the Theological Faculty since 2010. His career combines academic leadership with clinical practice in psychotherapy.

• Education: Studied theology at the University of Freiburg and Pontificia Università Gregoriana (Rome), earning ordination in 1989. Holds an STL (1993) and STD (1996) in moral theology from P.U. Gregoriana.
• Research Interests: Focuses on the unconscious in ethics, interdisciplinary dialogue between theology and psychology, pastoral care, and applied human sciences. His work bridges theological ethics with clinical practice.
• Awards: Received the prestigious Premio Bellarmino 1996 for his doctoral thesis on unconsciousness in freedom and ethical action theory.
• Professional Experience: Prior roles include teaching at P.U. Gregoriana, leadership at the University of Paderborn, and extensive psychotherapeutic practice. Active in pastoral care and institutional governance.

His research and teaching emphasize practical theology, welfare studies, and ethical frameworks for human behavior.