Benedicte Schilling

Benedicte Schilling is Certified MSc in Psychology and she is certified as a specialist in children and family psychology. She is chartered by the Danish Psychological Association as a psychotherapist & supervisor. Approved by the Social Ministry’s Board of Psychology, registered specialist of child and family psychology.

Post graduate Ph.D. studies at the University of Copenhagen and the University of Oxford.

Qualified as a systemic (family) therapist from DISPUK in Denmark. Qualified as a systemic organisational and management consultant from DISPUK, Denmark. Special post-graduate qualifications within the fields of neuro psychology and family psychology.

Collaboration and developmental work with Dr. Peter Lang, KCC International, London for 25 years.

I’m Benedicte Schilling – licensed psychologist, specialist, and supervisor – with over 30 years of experience in the frontline of social services, education, and interdisciplinary professional development.

Since 1989, I’ve worked with vulnerable children, adolescents, and families affected by trauma, psychiatric illness, out-of-home placements, and social marginalization. Over the years, my focus has increasingly shifted to the professionals and leaders working in these challenging contexts. My passion lies in creating psychologically safe learning spaces where people and organizations can grow – with a strong awareness of context, ethics, and professional responsibility.

Since 1992, I’ve supervised and consulted with interdisciplinary professionals and leadership teams across schools, municipalities, social services, PPR units, residential institutions, and civil society organizations – both in Denmark and internationally.

In 2008, I developed the Professional Development Approach – a collaborative model of supervision now used widely across welfare organizations. The approach strengthens reflective practice, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and practical learning – especially in complex and high-pressure environments.

What I offer:

✔ Individual, group and team-based supervision
✔ Leadership coaching and strategic consultation
✔ Advisory support in high-complexity cases
✔ Cross-professional collaboration and team development
✔ Supervisor training and supervision-of-supervisors

My approach is systemic, context-sensitive, and ethically grounded. I work with a deep respect for both the human and the organizational sides of every challenge – and I am not afraid to step into difficult and uncertain terrain to support clarity and sustainable solutions.

A few milestones from my journey:

🔹 In 1994, I helped launch the Danish national Children’s Hotline and served as its first Chair.
🔹 Since 2008 and for 10 Years, I’ chaired the Danish Society for Supervision within the Danish Psychological Association.
🔹 I’m a registered member of UKCP (as a systemic psychotherapist) and AFT in the UK.
🔹 In 2013, I co-founded the Peter Lang Foundation and the website peterlangsystemiccommunity.com.
🔹 I’m the author of several books and numerous articles on supervision, professional learning, systemic methods, and the ethical challenges faced by professionals working with children, families, and marginalized populations.

My clients typically experience:

• Increased professional clarity and confidence

• Stronger interdisciplinary teamwork and communication

• Renewed energy and meaning in their professional roles

• Safe spaces for reflection and co-creation

• Greater alignment between values, action, and context

Whether you’re a leader, a team, or a frontline practitioner, I help you navigate the complex spaces between people, systems, and professional responsibility – and turn them into meaningful, sustainable practice.

🌐 Learn more and get in touch: bs@schillingcts.com 
www.schillingcts.com | www.erfarne-psykologer.dk

Simon Burton

30 years working with adults, children and families and professionals within Social Services and Mental Health settings in Sweden, Denmark, South Africa and the UK. 25 years experience working for the Norfolk and Suffolk Mental Health Foundation Trust.

Specialised in working with complex and seemingly “stuck” cases, post divorce crises, “impossible” people and institutional difficulties.

Supervising and offering training and development to professional teams within Mental Health, Social Services and Education.

Formerly a manager of residential therapeutic services for children within Norfolk and Hackney Social Services.

Registered Member of the UKCP Association (as a systemic therapist & supervisor) and registered member of the AFT Association