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Somatic Therapy & Somatic Experiencing in the Netherlands
If you’re looking for somatic experiencing, somatic therapy or body-oriented therapy in the Netherlands, you’re not alone. These body-oriented approaches to therapy are becoming increasingly popular for people who want to go beyond talking and work directly with how stress and emotions are held in the body.
Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body. It can help you become more aware of physical sensations, release tension, and process experiences that may be difficult to access through words alone.
Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a specific form of somatic therapy that is often used to support people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelm. It works gently with the nervous system to help restore a sense of safety and balance.
Body-oriented therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body. Physical sensations, tension, and posture are seen as important signals that can help you understand emotional experiences.
For expats and internationals living in the Netherlands, somatic therapy can be especially helpful when dealing with stress, cultural adjustment, or feeling disconnected after major life changes.
On this page, you’ll find English-speaking therapists, counsellors, and psychologists in the Netherlands who offer somatic experiencing and other forms of somatic therapy. Many 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.
Almen

Understanding yourself is seeing exactly what is there. Not only from your mind, but also from your heart and your body. When there is understanding, change can appear. This is true both in relation to yourself and in relationships with important others.
Amsterdam

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.
Arnhem

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.
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.
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.
Haarlem

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.
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.
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 May 18
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zaandam

Since 2015, I am a psychotherapist and hypnotherapist. I do EMDR therapy, breathing therapy and also Access Bars. Before I became a therapist I worked in medical science as a research technician. Here I developed my analytical skills as well as my English skills. (I lived 6 months in Canberra, Australia and 2 years in Toronto, Canada.)
I work from home and I offer you a homely environment in which you will be able to start your journey toward progress. I see all sorts of clients, suffering from fears, trauma, anxiety, depre
Zoetermeer
As a psychosocial therapist, systemic family coach, video home trainer and trainer, I work in an integrative and experiential way. I look at all parts of a person and their context: emotions, thoughts, behaviour, the body, and the relationships and systems people are part of. These elements are connected and influence both the difficulties someone experiences and the movement toward change. Therefore, I focus on the whole person rather than on symptoms alone.

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 a 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 an integrative therapist, relationship therapist, EMDR therapist and coach, I offer a holistic approach that looks at all parts of a person: feelings, thoughts, actions, but also the physical, social and spiritual side. These parts are connected and play a role in both problems and solutions. That is why I focus on the whole person, not only on the symptoms.

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."
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
Frequently asked questions
- ✓ For Individuals & Couples
- ✓ In The Netherlands
- ✓ Face-to-face & Online
