Expat issues Counselling & Therapy

We all run into problems every day. Some are easier to resolve or deal with than others, but no matter where an experience is on the continuum from mildly problematic to traumatic, there is a way back to regulation if we understand how the nervous system works. As we learn to become friends with our nervous system and anchor ourselves in a safe state of the autonomic nervous system, the inevitable challenges in our daily lives are no longer nearly as terrifying. We discover we can recover even from traumatic events.

Hello, my name is Rabia. In my private practice in Almere city I guide people in a personal and professional way in tackling and solving their psychological and emotional problems.

Hello. I’m Dr. Çisem.

I’m a psychologist who works with children, teens, and adults. I’m delighted to offer my psychological counseling services in both Turkish and English.

I obtained my PhD in Preventive Mental Health Care at the University of Amsterdam. As a psychologist, I’m trained in Rogerian therapy, REBT, SFBT, Schema therapy, and CBT. Whether you or your loved ones are going through a difficult time, facing challenges, or seeking personal growth, I am here to support you.

You take the biggest steps in life when you feel it's a necessity. You get stuck, something impactful happens to you or you end up in a crisis for some other reason. Or you've been struggling for a while and end up thinking: this is it, something needs to change. Could you use some help in finding your way forward? Feel free to contact me!

Explore your way into recognising and breaking patterns, dismantle blockages and work through themes such as stress, insecurity, doubt, setting boundaries and confidence. Connect to your feelings and intuition and discover how you can convert this into actions towards reaching your personal goals.

I offer tailored support which, among other things, consists of: Integrative therapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Systemic work and Mindfulness.

Improve your self-esteem, reduce anxiety and reduce stress. Overcome challenges at work or in your relationships. Heal from (childhood) traumas.

I offer integrative hypnotherapy, psychosocial therapy, EMDR and EFT (emotional freedom techniques) supporting expats living in The Netherlands to improve their quality of life. Contact me for a short introductory call.

Experienced relationship therapist and coach based in Amsterdam.
No waiting list.
EFT relationship therapy, EMDR trauma therapy, PESSO body based therapy and coaching.

I am an english and greek-speaking Psychologist in Amsterdam, offering both online and in-person therapy to adults, families and couples. I am an expat psychologist with a passion for warmth, acceptance, and empowerment. My goal is to help you develop self-awareness, resilience, and agency, so that you can move toward personal growth and a deeper connection with yourself and the world around you.

My name is Halima. Choosing a life of expatriation was for me, and still is, a precious journey of holding on and letting go. Not only as a person, also professionally.

I am fully certified to offer a range of selected experiential interventions such as Mindfulness, Trance, Hypnoses and Brainspotting during individual therapy sessions.

As a therapist, I aim to support people who have trouble being themselves. People who experience pressure from their environment as a burden when trying to live their own authentic life. My key life lesson is that I don’t have to ‘do it alone’.

Review: “She let me understand what the problem was”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

My name is Niki. I’m a Psychosocial Therapist with 1+ years of experience helping people who feel stuck due to a difficult childhood, toxic family dynamics, low self-worth, or fear of rejection.
I guide you in understanding your needs and boundaries, and in creating real change.
I also support people facing family estrangement, especially in LGBTQ+ contexts, youth, and multicultural backgrounds.
Online sessions available.

--- Currently, I only offer sessions online ---

Hi! I'm Alice. I provide therapy in Italian and English for adults and teenagers.

I blend empathy with insight and curiosity, bringing a nuanced understanding of mental health to support others on their path to healing, self-discovery, growth, and balance.

Hello. I’m Dr. Çisem.

I’m a psychologist who works with children, teens, and adults. I’m delighted to offer my psychological and academic counseling services in both Turkish and English.

I obtained my PhD in Preventive Mental Health Care at the University of Amsterdam. As a psychologist, I’m trained in Rogerian therapy, REBT, SFBT, Schema therapy, and CBT.

I am a registered psychotherapist and the last years I have been working with expats in different mental health settings in the NL Therapy is possible in Greek, English and Dutch.
In January 2026 I am starting a new practice in Amsterdam. It is possible to have the initial interview earlier this year.

Areas I am specialised in: adjustment and integration into a new country, depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, long lasting difficulties in relationships, self-image and identity, life changes, sexuality and lgbt issues.

My name is Hans.

You can come to me if you are looking for help with:
* Choices in work and private life
* transgressive behaviour
* Stress and burnout
* Fears and insecurities
* Relationships (monogamous and non-monogamous)

Feeling stressed, tired, or lonely? Body-oriented therapy helps release tension and suppressed emotions, not just by talking, but by experiencing. This approach quickly gets to the root of your issues, helping you reconnect with yourself, your strength, and a sense of ease. In my practice in Arnhem, I guide you, grounded towards more balance and vitality. Discover what your body is trying to tell you.

If you are looking for an experienced and recognized therapist / coach, then you are at the right place with me.

Usually, an appointment can be made within two weeks - there is no waiting list - and we start the first session with an insightful conversation where we get to know each other.

The practice in Den Bosch is centrally located and easily accessible by train, car, or bicycle.

I am a integrative therapist/psychologist. I think life can be hard (sometimes). Therapy or counselling can help you to get unstuck.

Hi, I am İlkim, a licensed psychologist based in the Hague, Netherlands.
As someone who is international in the Netherlands I know the unique mental health challenges this brings. I strongly believe therapy can support us in navigating through the waves of life by enhancing our psychological resilience. By cultivating resilience we go beyond surviving the challenges, we transcend them. We learn to surf the waves, accept what we can’t change and change what we can't accept.

Please feel welcome at my practice for psychosocial therapy, coaching, hypnotherapy and EMDR. My name is Mirjam and I am specialized in physical complaints, processing emotional events and exploring answers to life’s questions.

Expat and looking for a professional relationship therapist in the Netherlands? Look no further! I am Renée, a certified experienced relationship therapist. Located in Eindhoven. I offer relationship therapy for expat in fluent English. I am specialized in rekindling relationships and rebuild them with evidenced based methods, affairs, Pre Marital, LGBTQ+, Blended families, polyamory people, open relationships, monogamous relationships. Couples therapy as well as individual coaching (romantic relationship related issues).

Welcome to our psychology practice, located in the city centre of Eindhoven. Ineke and Emma are both psychologists and here te help you with all kinds of questions and problems.

I am a psychologist (NIP) and ACT therapist based in Groningen. I help internationals and Dutch clients manage stress, anxiety, burnout, and life transitions. My approach combines evidence-based methods and a holistic perspective: normalizing stress, breaking rigid patterns, and using mindfulness to build resilience and reconnect with personal values.

Do you long for a relationship in which you feel close and live your potential? In which you feel loved, supported and share your responsibility for creating a loving relationship? In which you can discuss sensitive issues with each other without endless fights? Do you want to regain trust in each other after infidelity? And want to revive your sex life? (creating intimacy is part of the answer)
It is possible and I would love to guide you in this journey.

Review: “Thank you Chris for your wonderful support!”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

Are you an english speaking person, juggling with the stress of life? Feeling unbalanced, stressed, easily triggered? Maybe there are cultural issues bothering you. Or you tend to overthink or overeat or have other addiction driven behavior. I see all forms of addiction as a way of coping with feelings.

Review: “I'm so glad we came!”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

I’m Nataliya Redina, a NIP® Psychologist offering support to expatriates, couples, and international individuals in The Hague, Haarlem, and throughout the Netherlands. I provide therapy in English, Greek, and Russian, with sessions available in person at offices in The Hague and Haarlem, or online for flexible access.

Review: “Extremely compassionate and highly competent”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

My name is Maurice, I am a Gestalt therapist, wich is a form of psychotherapy, and I work in a private practice in Haren (Groningen). I offer psychotherapy and life coaching to people aging from 18 yo. If you experience troublesome thoughts, struggle with emotions, experienced traumatic events in your life or are in need for a listening ear and a helping hand, feel free to contact me. Appointments can be made for Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday.

Are you experiencing stress or anxiety, feeling burned out, or still struggling with trauma or personal loss? Or are you facing work-related problems that you can no longer manage on your own? My goal is to truly understand your personal story and help you process what you have been through. Together, we work on increasing your insight, skills, and self-confidence, and on achieving your goals.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed?
I'm Barbara, a coach and therapist offering professional support for young adults (18+) and adults facing life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, sadness, relationship issues, or simply feeling lost, I can help you find clarity and move forward with confidence. My approach combines practical coping strategies with a deeper understanding of your unique situation. In a safe and supportive space, we'll explore the roots of your concerns and empower you to create positive change.

Do you feel stressed or do you have feelings of fear? Or are you stuck in a trauma or personal loss? Or do you face certain problems at work that you cannot handle any longer? My ambition is to understand your story and support you to deal with what has happened to you. Together we increase your self-awareness, competences and self-confidence to reach your goals.

Hi! If you're an expat/international, and are struggling with your mental health, then you're welcome at my practice in Leiden! I am an international psychologist (Indian) and having been through the struggles that most expats face, I am able to empathise with those themes. My basis lies in the client-centered approach (holding genuineness, empathy and unconditional positive regard at its core). Building on that I use CBT, Schema Therapy and ACT. I offer individual therapy in English and Hindi.

In my coaching practice I guide you through the process in your own pace, doing research together in what it is that is holding you back, bothering you, troubling you or what is is you actually want. There are a lot of methods and techniques and I use a lot of them. But I never do the same thing twice...because every person, situation and moment ask for a different approach. I will look, listen and challenge you. Every step is a step to getting closer to the person you want to be in a situation you can deal with. Welcome!!

I am a registered psychotherapist and the last years I have been working with expats in different mental health organisations in the Netherlands. Therapy is possible in Greek, English and Dutch.

As a coach, therapist and trainer, I help people who are stuck in their lives to find a way out to more confidence, peace, balance and fun. By gaining insight into your entrenched patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour, you can make better choices, get a better grip on your life and initiate the change you want.

Clients often come to me for: personal development, stress and burnout, work-related issues, relationship problems, anxiety, insecurity, low self-esteem, major changes, trauma processing, phobias, grief.

Next free intake is on Sept 26 and Oct 16 in Maastricht, message to book.
Hi, I'm Dilya, a therapist and counsellor based in Maastricht, offering services in Russian, English, and Dutch. As an expat myself, I have a deep understanding of the challenges that come with expat life. If you're navigating a crisis or feeling stuck, I provide counselling for individuals and couples to help you find your way forward and feel better. Book a free 25-min consultation (not for couples). There is no waiting list and no referral is neede

Review: “I would definitely recommend her”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

You put your story in good hands with me, Monique. Since 2007, I have been guiding clients with requests for help in the field of relationships, family, work, loss and grief. It is my passion to work with people and relationships, help improve communication and support in gaining more understanding and insight in behavioral patterns

Review: “I had a truly good experience with Monique”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

--- Currently I only offer online therapy --- I am an experienced therapist who has recently relocated to Holland from Scotland. I offer an warm and friendly approach and am told I have a good sense of humour! Please note I'm only working online at the moment as I don't yet have an office! All enquiries welcome.

My name is Jacqueline. I'm a registered psychologist, therapist and coach in Nijmegen.

I offer short-term person-centered, experiential and solution focused therapy and coaching for a variety of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem, burnout or stress.

Psychological treatment for people who use alcohol and/or other substances, gamble or suffer from binge eating, regardless of whether they want to change their use/behaviour. Treatment or coaching for AD(H)D.

Help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, communication, life changes, loneliness, self-confidence and much more with an open exploration of the role, pros and cons of your substance use and/or gambling or eating behaviour on these problems and on your life in a broader sense.
Or help with your use/behaviour itself.

Review: “Created a very comfortable environment to be able to talk and express my feelings”

Rating 4,8 out of 5
based on 4 reviews

Sometimes life gets stuck—in your relationship, your family, or within yourself. Change starts with self-awareness. As a Psychosocial and Gestalt Therapist, I help you gain clarity and take steps toward growth and healing. With a background in corporate coaching and training, I combine therapeutic methods like EFT, CBT, and body-focused work. My approach is direct, warm, and down-to-earth, with space for humor and deep insight.

I am a Licensed Psychologist specializing in mental health, relationships, sexuality, LGBTQIA+ identities, and cross-cultural challenges. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy with a humanistic approach to help you heal, grow, and build meaningful connections. Languages: English, German, Dutch.

My name is Carolina, and I work as an integrative hypnotherapist. In addition to hypnotherapy, I also work with IEMT, EMDR and IOPT (intention method). I offer individual therapy sessions. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, addictions, trauma, unexplained physical symptoms, or other challenges in your life, I believe in the power of the unconscious mind to break through deeply rooted patterns and create lasting positive change. I am here to support you on this journey—together, we’ll take the next steps forw

Welcome! I’m Barlas, a registered psychologist (NIP & vLOGO) and certified meditation and mindfulness teacher (IMMA & CPD) with over 12 years of full-time international clinical experience. I’ve supported thousands of individuals worldwide in their journey to heal, grow, and reparent themselves through a wide range of challenges. Fluent in English and Turkish, I offer empathetic, professional online therapy tailored to your needs.

My name is Hans.

You can come to me if you are looking for help with:
* Choices in work and private life
* transgressive behaviour
* Stress and burnout
* Fears and insecurities
* Relationships (monogamous and non-monogamous)

Hi, I’m Rebeka – a NIP-registered psychologist working with expats, students, and new parents who are seeking more peace, clarity, and balance in their lives. My therapeutic approach is flexible and evidence-based, drawing from Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Existential Therapy.

My name is Dorien and I am a psychosocial therapist. You can come to me for both individual therapy and couples therapy. This includes issues such as loss and grief, burnout, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, and assertiveness. I work in a person-centered manner and use techniques such as focusing, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Are you stuck in your work, private life or relationship and do you want more control over your own life? Would you like support that helps you to get moving so that you can enjoy yourself again and continue as you would like?

I have a practice for body-oriented psychotherapy and trauma therapy. Within my practice I treat various complaints including stress and burnout, anxiety and depression, dealing with chronic disease, insecurity, mourning and loss, high sensitivity, personal development and career guidance.

Sjoerd is an empathic, intuitive & pragmatic therapist with a background in writing and copywriting. He is well experienced to help you 'rewrite your story.' You might not realise it yet, but your unconscious mind holds a powerful ability to support healing and personal growth. My role is to help you connect with that inner strength—right here, right now.

In our sessions, I offer you a safe and open space where everything is welcome. There’s no pressure, no judgment—just room for you to explore what’s going on i

"A life-changing experience inspired me to start this group practice, driven by a deep passion to support people through a wide range of mental and emotional struggles—towards growth, grip, and meaningful change. Because sometimes, we all need a little help in having a good conversation with ourselves."

Life brings new challenges at every stage.
Most of the time, you find your own way forward. But sometimes, you get stuck — again and again. What now? What’s next?

Seranie is an integrative coach, counselor, and therapist-in-training. She also has personal experience with healing and change. With warmth, curiosity and empathy, she meets you where you are in your process.

As a mental health professional, I use my education and life experience to help you to navigate your thoughts and emotions and to obtain a sense of clarity and peace. I work primarily via Telehealth (also called E-health), and I focus on English speaking twice-exceptional adults in the Netherlands.

My name is Halima. Choosing a life of expatriation was for me, and still is, a precious journey of holding on and letting go. Not only as a person, also professionally.

I am fully certified to offer a range of selected experiential interventions such as Mindfulness, Trance, Hypnoses and Brainspotting during individual therapy sessions.