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Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) counselling & therapy in the Netherlands
You may find yourself constantly overthinking, expecting worst-case scenarios, or feeling unable to relax. Physical symptoms such as tension, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping are also common.
GAD is closely related to broader experiences of anxiety and excessive worrying, and in some cases, it may also be accompanied by symptoms such as panic attacks.
Therapy can help you understand these patterns and learn how to manage them more effectively. Approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy are often used to reduce excessive worrying and build more balanced thinking patterns.
On this page, you’ll find English-speaking therapists in the Netherlands who offer support for generalised anxiety disorder and related challenges.
Many therapists offer both in-person and online sessions.
You can explore the profiles below to find a therapist who matches your needs and contact them directly.
's-Graveland

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.
Amsterdam

My name is Niki. I’m a Psychosocial Therapist with 16+ 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.

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.
Arnhem

Interested in hypnotherapy or psychosocial therapy? As a 20+ years experienced hypnotherapist I welcome you in my practice in Arnhem or online.
The first and most important step in finding a good therapist is to experience that you are safe. We will work on the subjects that you choose, at your moment and in your pace. No forcing, stretching, or suffering, but a light, gentle, respectful, and very effective approach.
Sessions are available with or without hypnosis - you can choose - and in Arnhem or online.

I pay attention to you as a developing human being. I strive for you to live your life as fully as possible, as powerfully as possible - given your values and talents.

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.
Breda

Hello, my name is Nicolette and I would like to help you. I am a counselor, Psychologist and Relationship Therapist. You can come to me with a diversity of problems. I don't think anything is strange or weird. You are welcome to talk about the things that are of concern for you.
Buren

Every person experiences times in his or her life when things are going not so well. Times of fear, uncertainty or sadness. Dissatisfaction about yourself or contact with others, suffering from old patterns or unprocessed feelings. Sometimes you keep postponing decisions or something happens that turns your life upside down.
This can manifest itself in emotional and physical complaints.
These times are part of a human life. They help you to slow down, evaluate and work to move forward differently but in a better way.
Driebergen-Rijsenburg

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.
Eindhoven

--- Waiting list of 3-4 weeks --- Welcome to our psychology practice, located in the city centre of Eindhoven. Ineke and Rebekah are all psychologists and here te help you with all kinds of questions and problems.
Emmen

* Stress: from overstimulation to burnout;
* Fears: panic, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD;
* Coping with autism;
* Coping with cancer;
* Chronic pain/MUPS:
* Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS);
* Weight loss by overweight;
* Smoking cessation;
* Pregnancy support.
Haren

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.
Hilversum

Sometimes you can lose the connection with yourself. You run into the same problems over and over again in your work, your health, your relationship or your family. You want to change, but you don't know how to do it differently. In my practice, I’ll teach you to look at your patterns and obstacles with understanding and empathy and determine the underlying need that drives them. By learning how to fulfill this need yourself, you can choose to act differently and you’ll be able to reconnect with yourself again and others
Maastricht

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 introcall (or short discovery call for couples). There is no waiting list and no referral is needed. one place for a couple to start after June 12
Meppel

My name is Annemieke. I love to "walk" with you for a while and explore what can help you to make new steps in your personal development. We look at what is in the way for you to reach your goals. We work in a bodyoriented way, so its not only talking, but also time to slow down and feel and connect to your deeper layers of inner self.
Welcome.
Nijmegen

Being an experienced therapist, I offer psychotherapy in Nijmegen (also in French). I will help you to deal with your complaint(s) and regain control over your life. Currently no waiting list.

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.
Purmerend

We all want to function well in our lives and we usually succeed, but sometimes we encounter things where we could use some help. I offer you this help when it comes to problems that you're not yet able to solve on your own. My professional guidance offers you clear insights, handy tools as well as methods that enable you to make positive progress; becoming you again and living your best life.
Are you looking for psychological help? You're more than welcome to contact me!
Rotterdam

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.

English speaking therapist. Individual, couples and family therapy in Rotterdam and online

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.
Soest

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
Vlaardingen

I’m Dessy, a psychologist who helps people break free from fear and find calm within themselves.
I work with anxiety, trauma, and emotional blocks — blending evidence-based methods with genuine human connection.
My approach is warm, honest, and focused on real change: helping you understand your fear, process it, and move forward with confidence and peace.
Voorschoten

You can come at a point in your life where you feel 'stuck'. Because of work, health challenges, relationship issues or other problems. As a psychologist I can help you to get connected again to yourself, so you can experience support and balance and live a full life again.
Methodologies I use are Emotion Focused therapy, Acceptance & Commitment therapy (ACT) and EMDR. These are helpful with problems such as stress issues, physical problems, anxiety, relationship problems, seeking purpose, grief, low self-esteem, etc.
Wijster

* Stress: from overstimulation to burnout;
* Fears: panic, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD;
* Coping with autism;
* Coping with cancer;
* Chronic pain/MUPS:
* Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS);
* Weight loss by overweight;
* Smoking cessation;
* Pregnancy support.
Therapies offered
- ACT
- Body-oriented therapy
- Career Counselling
- Child counselling
- Coaching
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Counselling
- Couples Therapy
- EMDR Therapy
- Expat therapy
- Family Therapy
- Gestalttherapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Life coaching
- Mindfulness
- Psychotherapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Youth Counselling
Types of issues
- Abuse
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Anxiety
- Being a perfectionist
- Being assertive
- Bereavement, grief, loss
- Body image
- Bullying
- Burnout
- Career challenges
- Communication
- Cultural adjustment difficulties
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Expat issues
- Fear
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Homesickness
- HSP - highly sensitive person
- Hyperventilation
- Insecurity
- Intercultural relationship problems
- Jealousy
- Life-meaning questions
- Loneliness
- Loss of meaning
- Low self esteem
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Panic attack
- Panic disorder
- Parenting
- Performance anxiety
- Phobia
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Relationship fights
- Relationship issues
- Self confidence
- Setting boundaries
- Sleep problems
- Social phobia
- Stress
- Study problems
- Trauma
- Work-related issues
- Workplace stress
- Worrying too much
- ✓ For Individuals & Couples
- ✓ In The Netherlands
- ✓ Face-to-face & Online
