Morten Nissen

Morten Nissen is a Professor at the Danish School of Education (University of Copenhagen) specializing in Educational Psychology and Critical Psychology. His research focuses on community practices, aesthetics in counselling, and rearticulating motives in clinical and social contexts. He holds a PhD and a Dr. Psych degree.

Research Interests: His work explores critical psychology, the role of aesthetics in therapeutic settings, community-based interventions for marginalized youth, and transformative agency in digital and social spaces. His projects emphasize collaborative practices and participatory methodologies.

Recent Trends in Publications: Nissen's recent work (2023–2024) highlights creative methods in counselling, redefining motives through clinical and social lenses, and leveraging art-based interventions. His 2023 book Rearticulating Motives proposes innovative frameworks for understanding human behavior.

• Award: Received the Subjectivity of Participation doctoral prize in 2012.

Advising & Grants: Leads projects like Æstetisk Værksted (2024–2026), focusing on creative spaces for vulnerable youth. Collaborates with institutions such as the Velux Foundation on preventive community approaches.

Labs/Teams: Active in Prototyper og fællesskabende praksis and Community building initiatives, emphasizing participatory design and holistic care models.