GDPR-Compliant · University Clinic Grade · Made in Germany
Therapy Room Video Recording for University Outpatient Clinics
Four Use Cases - One Integrated System
From patient care to cutting-edge research: the Mangold system supports all core missions of a psychotherapeutic university outpatient clinic.
Clinical Research
Objective documentation of therapeutic processes for clinical studies: therapy adherence, therapeutic alliance, intervention quality, and qualitative analyses - aligned with international research standards.
Training & Education
Live observation, session recordings for reflection, and hands-on training integrated into the curriculum. Students practice under real conditions and can analyze their own therapeutic behavior precisely.
Supervision & Peer Consultation
Precise feedback based on actual video clips rather than retrospective accounts. Supervisors annotate key moments directly - for more efficient, practice-oriented professional development.
Quality Assurance
Document therapy processes, verify guideline adherence, and use recordings as a therapeutic technique - for example, to analyze role plays or foster self- and other-perception in clients.
Why University Outpatient Clinics Choose Mangold
One Solution for All Four Use Cases
Clinical research, psychotherapy training, supervision, and quality assurance – Mangold covers all four use cases of a university outpatient clinic with a single technology stack. No point solutions, no broken data flows.
Isolated Network, Local Processing
All data runs over a dedicated network, fully separated from the university infrastructure. GDPR-compliant local processing, role-based access controls, and secure multi-pass overwriting when deleting audio/video recordings are standard.
INTERACT Integration for Research Analysis
Recordings can be analyzed directly in Mangold INTERACT – with event sampling, inter-rater reliability, sequence analysis, and AI-based transcription. Ideal for studies on therapeutic alliance, adherence, and intervention quality.
Multi-Room with Centralized Control
Multiple therapy rooms can be managed centrally. Live observation in the seminar room, supervisor access, and extensive post-session analysis capabilities – all delivered through unobtrusive technology that does not interfere with the therapy itself.
Designed for the Entire Clinic
One system connecting all rooms - from individual and group therapy to child and adolescent therapy.
Multiple Therapy Rooms
The system supports group therapy rooms, child therapy rooms, and adult therapy rooms - each configured with the appropriate camera and microphone setup for the room type.
Central Seminar Room
The live observation software streams video from any room to the seminar room PC in real time - ideal for teaching sessions and group reflections.
Isolated Network
All audio and video streams are transmitted over a separate, isolated network, fully shielded from the general institutional network.
Integrated Software Suite from a Single Source
All components come from the same provider - ensuring seamless integration, long-term compatibility, and efficient training.
Recording & Control Software
Synchronized recording of all audio and video sources at the touch of a button. Includes PTZ camera control, presets, live and replay annotation, highlight video export, report generation, and scriptable automation.
Live Observation Software
Dedicated software for the seminar room PC enabling real-time observation of therapy sessions. Any number of observation devices can run simultaneously - with different video signals per room if needed.
Scientific Video Analysis
Professional video coding software for clinical studies: event and time sampling, inter-rater reliability (Cohen's Kappa, ICC), sequence analysis, state-space grids, and AI-based auto-transcription via Whisper.
Professional Camera Technology
Discreet, high-resolution cameras with full remote control - tailored to every room type.
10x optical zoom, 360° pan, outstanding low-light sensitivity, and PoE power supply. Cameras are automatically detected by the software and can be controlled centrally.
Cardioid microphones (40-20,000 Hz) deliver clear, noise-free voice recording - even in larger spaces such as group therapy rooms.
Predefined PTZ positions for different recording scenarios - move multiple cameras to a stored position simultaneously with a single command.
Data Protection and Security
Designed for use with sensitive patient data - fully GDPR-compliant.
Role-Based Access Control
Only authorized users can change configurations or edit scenarios. Students, therapists, and administrators each receive exactly the permissions they need.
Secure Deletion
Recordings can be overwritten up to 7 times - compliant with the highest data protection requirements. The overwrite depth is individually configurable.
Flexible IT Infrastructure
The system is designed to operate in a closed network, but can also be seamlessly integrated into existing university IT infrastructures.
Flexible System Configurations
Portable or permanently installed solutions for continuous operation in university outpatient clinics.
Single-Room System
Ideal for smaller practices or as mobile use. Camera, microphone, and recording laptop form a self-contained unit - ready to use after a brief introduction.
Ready in Minutes
Preconfigured hardware and software - operational immediately after setup with no technical expertise required.
Self-Contained Unit
Camera, microphone, and laptop in a single system. No additional IT infrastructure or cabling required.
Flexible Deployment
Can be used in different rooms or moved between locations - suitable for smaller practices and outpatient settings.
Multi-Room System for University Clinics
The complete solution for multiple therapy rooms: central network infrastructure, seminar room PC for live observation, unified software interface, and high-quality support - all from a single provider.
Multiple Therapy Rooms
Centrally managed recording across multiple rooms from a single interface - ideal for large outpatient university clinics.
Live Observation
Supervisors follow sessions in real time from a dedicated seminar room PC without disturbing the therapy.
Seamless IT Integration
Connects to existing university network infrastructure and supports a flexible user management with roles and rights.
Complete Service from a Single Source
Mangold International accompanies you at every step - from planning through ongoing operation.
Installation & Commissioning
Planning, cabling diagrams, on-site installation, and full configuration of all therapy rooms and the seminar room by certified technicians.
Training & Onboarding
On-site training for all operators after installation. Online training sessions for scientific video coding and analysis. Goal: full usability without specialist technical knowledge.
3 Years of Software Support
Personal support by phone, online, and email, access to minor updates and major releases, plus scientific assistance for research projects.
Trusted by Universities and Clinical Institutions
Mangold International has supplied AV systems and analysis software to research institutions, and universities for decades.
30+ Years of Experience
For decades, Mangold has delivered professional AV solutions and software to universities, research institutes, and clinical institutions around the world.
Scientific Expertise
Beyond the technology, Mangold provides active scientific support for research projects - at eye level with your research team.
Everything from One Provider
Software, hardware, installation, training, and support all come from the same source. This ensures long-term compatibility, minimizes interfaces, and simplifies training.
Planning Your Therapy Room System?
Contact us for a personalized consultation. We will create a tailored installation and cabling plan for your university outpatient clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a therapy session recording system?
A therapy session recording system is a specialized AV solution for psychotherapy practices and university outpatient clinics. It records therapy sessions synchronously in audio and video in a GDPR-compliant manner, enables live observation for supervision and teaching, and supports scientific analyses such as therapy process research, alliance research, and adherence studies.
Is the system suitable for psychotherapy training programs?
Yes. The Mangold system supports live observation in the seminar room, video recording for reflection, and downstream scientific analysis with Mangold INTERACT – all aligned with international psychotherapy training standards. Multiple therapy rooms can be centrally managed.
How is patient data protection ensured?
All audio and video streams run on an isolated network separate from the general university network. Data is processed locally in a GDPR-compliant manner (no cloud), role-based access controls govern access for students, therapists, and administrators, and secure multi-pass overwriting on deletion meets the highest data protection requirements.
How does live observation in the seminar room work?
The Live Observation software streams audio and video from any therapy room to the seminar room PC in real time. Multiple observation devices can run simultaneously, each with different video signals if needed. Supervisors follow sessions without disturbing the therapy room and can annotate key moments directly.
Can therapy sessions be analyzed scientifically?
Yes. Recordings can be analyzed directly using Mangold INTERACT research software – with event sampling, time sampling, inter-rater reliability (Cohen's Kappa, ICC), sequence analysis, state-space grids, and Whisper-based auto-transcription. Ideal for clinical studies on therapy process, alliance, and intervention quality.
Which therapy room types does the system support?
The system supports individual therapy rooms, group therapy rooms, child therapy rooms, and play therapy rooms – each with appropriate camera and microphone configurations. Discreetly integrated Full HD PTZ cameras (up to 4 MP, 10x optical zoom) and cardioid microphones for clear voice capture provide unobtrusive, professional quality.
How quickly is the system operational?
The portable single-room variant is immediately operational after a brief introduction – camera, microphone, and recording laptop form a self-contained unit. Multi-room installations are professionally planned, cabled, and configured on site by Mangold technicians, including training for all users.
What licensing and support models are available?
The licensing model is tailored to outpatient clinic usage. Standard includes several years of software support via phone, online, and email, free updates and major releases, and scientific consultation for research projects – Mangold positions itself as a peer to your research team.