Reinhard Larcher

Reinhard Larcher is a Lecturer in the field of Body & Self at the University of Salzburg's Institute for Coaching & Career. He holds a Prof. Dr. title and has extensive experience in psychoanalysis, group dynamics, and clinical psychology. His roles include lecturer, supervisor, and trainer across multiple institutions including the University of Salzburg, Salzburg Business School (SMBS), and Paracelsus Medical Private University (PMU). He has led key organizations like the Salzburg Arbeitskreis für Tiefenpsychologie (1979–1987) and served on national psychotherapy boards. His work focuses on student counseling, clinical psychology, and organizational development.

• Education: Psychology, Pedagogy, Philosophy at University of Salzburg (1966–1971).
• Trained as a psychoanalyst, group therapist, and supervisor with certifications from Austrian Arbeitskreis für Gruppentherapie and other institutes.

Research interests include resource-oriented psychotherapy, burnout prevention, and integrative approaches to mental health. He led the Psychological Counseling Center for Students in Salzburg (1970–2012), addressing academic and psychological challenges. Active in supervision/coaching for executives and healthcare professionals.

Publications span psychoanalysis, group dynamics, and healthcare system reforms. He co-founded the Salzburger Patienten-Forum and remains involved in patient advocacy initiatives.