Øyvind Kvello

Øyvind Kvello is a Professor at the Department of Social Work, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on child welfare, family dynamics, and clinical practices in social work. He has authored numerous books and articles on topics such as parenting interventions, child development, trauma resilience, and systemic family therapy. His research emphasizes evidence-based approaches to child protection and youth mental health.

Education: Holds a doctoral dissertation titled "Barns vennskap: Empiri- og teorigjennomgang" (2006).

Research Interests: Child welfare systems, parental guidance, communication with children, trauma-informed care, and systemic interventions in family dynamics. His work bridges clinical practice and policy, aiming to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families.

Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, books, and reports since 2001, including key works like "Håndbok i foreldreveiledning" (2024) and "Kommunikasjon med barn" (2023). Recent focus areas include collaborative mental health interventions and child custody evaluations.

Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary teams addressing child protection, family therapy, and municipal service evaluations. Collaborates with institutions like the Norwegian Child Welfare Board and municipalities on systemic reforms.