Ville Merinen
Ville Merinen is a Finnish politician and a member of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), currently serving as a member of the Finnish Parliament. Known for his active presence on social media under the moniker 'Terapeutti-Ville,' he has gained recognition for his advocacy on mental health issues, particularly concerning youth. Recently, Merinen made headlines by relocating to Helsinki with plans to run for local elections, citing personal reasons related to family. He emphasizes the importance of spending time with his family, especially as they navigate the challenges of life with a young child. Despite the political move, he remains committed to his core message of improving mental health support for young people.
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Recent news mentions
Ville Merinen expressed his support for Tytti Tuppurainen continuing as the chair of the Sdp parliamentary group.
Tuppurainen jatkaa Sdp:n ryhmänjohtajana – Kim Berg väistyy johtajistosta
Finland· 2026-02-03
The leadership of the Sdp parliamentary group decided to conduct an investigation based on claims made by Ville Merinen.
Krista Kiuru ilmaisi tukensa Tuppuraiselle mainitsematta tätä nimeltäFinland· 2026-01-30
Ville Merinen discussed the treatment of assistants by some parliament members.
Sdp:n Hiltunen kertoo asiattomasta kohtelusta eduskunnassaFinland· 2026-01-28
Ville Merinen is a member of parliament who discussed the issues within the SDP parliamentary group in a document published by Yle.
Tuppurainen ei siirry syrjään, harkitsee oikeustoimia STT:n jutun väitteiden takiaFinland· 2026-01-28Ville Merinen brought attention to the issue of treatment of parliamentary assistants in a Yle documentary series.
STT: Sdp:n Tytti Tuppurainen huutaa avustajilleen ja käyttäytyy huonostiFinland· 2026-01-28Ville Merinen described the treatment of assistants as sometimes 'really terrible'.
Sdp:n johto keskusteli häirintätapauksista, Tuppurainen kommentoi tilannettaFinland· 2026-01-23
Ville Merinen has become known in public as 'Therapist Ville' on social media.
Tytti Tuppurainen vahvistaa puhuttuaan Merisen kanssa: Häirintätapauksia on paljon ja asia on ”karmea”Finland· 2026-01-14
Ville Merinen states that the treatment of assistants in the parliament is 'really terrible'.
Eduskunta-avustajien kohtelu on "ihan hirveää", sanoo Ville Merinen Ylen dokumentissaFinland· 2026-01-12
Ville Merinen, known as 'Therapist-Ville', is a member of parliament who participated in the event.
Tällainen on syleily, jonka äiti Amma antoi kymmenien miljoonien halausten kokemuksellaFinland· 2025-10-26
Ville Merinen showcased his tattoos during the election night.
Muotiasiantuntija arvostelee Petteri Orpon vaali-illan pukeutumista: ”Hieman erikoista”Finland· 2025-04-13
Ville Merinen, known as 'Therapist Ville' on social media, is also expected to be elected.
Terapeutti-Ville, somekasvo Alma Tuuva ja näyttelijä Riku Nieminen – He ovat menossa läpi HelsingissäFinland· 2025-04-13
Ville Merinen, known as Terapeutti-Ville on social media, has moved to Helsinki and is running for municipal elections.
Terapeutti-Ville ehdolla Helsingin kuntavaaleissa | HS.fiFinland· 2025-02-11