Counsellors

Meet our ACCESS Counselling Service Network Counsellors

 


Katie-Lee Weille

 

 

Dr. Katie-Lee Weille

Practice Location(s): Amsterdam

Qualifications:

PhD Psychologist and American-licensed Clinical Social Worker (ACSW). Qualified step II Myers Briggs Type Inventory. Additional training in treatment of psychological trauma, Jungian psychology, Organisational dynamics, and 25 years practice experience in a wide variety of settings in USA, England and the Netherlands. Also lived in Bogota, Colombia

Practice Description:

Psychodynamic and Integrative counseling and coaching with individuals, couples, families and children. In addition to a general practice with issues of anxiety, adjustment, depression, burnout, work and family problems, I have particular interest and expertise in relationships; parenthood; complex cultural identity (e.g. being an expat, cross cultural relationships, issues of identity and belonging); complex sexuality (sexual orientation, non-mainstream sexual and relationship forms); and healing from emotional trauma and abuse. I also offer supervision of psychotherapy, assessment using the Myers Briggs, and other services—for more details of what I offer, as well as a CV and publication list, please visit http://weille.com

Nationality: Dutch and American

Language skills: English and Dutch, rusty spanish

Insurance: Accepted as an "out of network" provider

NIP: n/a
BIG: n/a
Start date: January 1998

Claire Boers-Stoll

 

Claire Boers

Practice Location: Amsterdam

Qualifications:

PsyD, Psychotherapeut BIG, GZ-Psycholoog BIG

Practice Description:

General clinical psychology practice. Adults, adolescents, children, families. Eclectic/integrative approach, with specialized training in the treatment of trauma, addictions, cancer patients and their families. I also do supervision, workshops and some testing. Sliding fee scale for clients without Dutch insurance.

Nationality: American

Languages skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: All Dutch insurance and some international *clients who plan to come for more than 5 sessions must pay something per session and will be reimbursed after therapy has ended.

NIP: No NVP and NVVP Yes

BIG: Yes

Start Date: May 1993

Elisha Davar

 

 

Elisha Davar, M.A.

Practice location: Amsterdam

Qualifications:

Psychoanalytic psychotherapist/Clinical Psychologist Tavistock Clinic (TCQAP), NVVP

Practice description:

General psychotherapy practice for adults, couples, adolescents. Long term and short term focal work. Specializations:Migration/integration adjustment problems, trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, issues to do with being gay and sexual orientation, burn-out and work-related problems. Supervision of psychotherapy and work role consultancy. Practice daytime and some evenings.

Nationality: Dutch and British

Language skills: English and Dutch, some French and Hebrew

Insurance: All Dutch insurance

NIP: n/a

BIG:Yes

Start Date: September 1988

Linda Dunne

Linda M. Dunne, M.A.,RDT

Practice Location(s): Amersfoort

Qualifications:

Senior Registered Clinical Drama Therapist

Practice Description:

For Individuals and Groups Creative therapeutic modalities (experiential approach) are integrated to engage clients in effecting psychological, emotional and/or social changes. I use psychotherapeutic action methods such as drama therapy, sociodrama, and psychodrama,creating ample opportunities for the client to explore their issues through a visual and role based approach as well as strengthening themind-body connection thus expanding beyond the parameters of verbal processing. (Specializations): addiction (including eating disorders), trauma, sexual abuse, culture shock, life transitions, and personal development. I also do interactive workshops and trainings.

 

Nationality: Canadian

Language skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: Several are accepted. Check with your insurance company for coverage regarding "Vaktherapie".

NIP: N/A
BIG: N/A

Registration: NADT( National Association For Drama Therapy) and SRVB (Stichting Register Vaktherapeutische Beroepen)#2063.
Start date: Sept, 2012

Robert Dunn

Robert Dunn, Ph.D.

Practice Location(s): Utrecht and Amsterdam

Qualifications:

PhD. Psychology/GZ Psycholoog/ Licensed Psychologist, USA

Practice Description:

Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic therapy, and eclectic approach. Short and long term individual therapy with adults, children, adolescents, and families. Crisis intervention and longer-term therapy for various problems in living, adjusting, and well being. Psychological evaluations/psycho-educational assessments for learning problems, ADHD, developmental disorders, psycho-social adjustment difficulties.

Nationality: American

Language skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: Dutch, American and International

NIP: n/a

BIG: registered

Start Date: January 1992

Gary Fishbein

 

Gary Fishbein

Practice location: The Hague

Qualifications:

LCSW, CEAP, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, New York State, Certified Employee Assistance Professional

Practice Description:

General psychotherapy practice with individual adults and couples. Specializations in workplace-related issues, professional coaching, relocation and adjustment, relationships, problems of sexual minorities, coping with chronic illness, and bereavement. Eclectic psychoanalytic/psychodynamic/experiential approach. Daytime and some evening hours.

Nationality: American

Language skills: English

Insurance: International

NIP: No

BIG: n/a

Start Date: February 2008

Jennifer Glease

Jennifer Ruess Glaese, M.A.

Practice Location: The Hague (Staten Kwartier)

Qualifications:

Counseling Psychology, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Practice Description:

Psychotherapy for adults, adolescents (14+) and families. My approach is eclectic and I tend to cater it to the needs of the client and presenting problems. Topics of specialisation include relocation and adjustment issues/crisis, women's issues and life stages, family and parenting issues, adolescent adjustment issues, adoption and families considering adoption, spiritual deepening.

Nationality: American, Dutch and British

Languages skills: American (English) and Dutch

Insurance: N/A

NIP: n/a

BIG: n/a

Start Date: November 2011

Lore Finkelstein

 

Lore Finkelstein

Practice location: Haarlem

Qualifications:

5 year study in Brazil (San Paolo), residency in Mental Research Institution (MRI) in Palo Alto, CA specializing in Family Therapy (Systemic Approach) and Brief Therapy, and doctorate in Hamburg, Germany.

Practice description:

I work with adults, adolescents and children, mainly with PTS clients, and other stress related problems.

Nationality: German and Brazilian

Language skills: German, Dutch, English, Portuguese

Insurance: N/A

NIP: n/a

BIG: n/a

Start Date: Mar 2012

Christopher Mead

Christopher Mead, PhD.

Practice Location: The Hague

Qualifications:

Certified Jungian Analyst with the International Association of Analytical Psychology and a member of the Nederlands Association for Analytical Psychology

Practice Description:

I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have a general practice and am a registered Jungian Analyst. I work with life transitions such as adjustment to the Netherlands and relocation, mid-life issues, depression and anxiety,trauma and sexual abuse, sexuality. I work from an analytical and psychodynamic perspective

Nationality: American and Dutch

Language skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: Accepts all Dutch and International insurances

NIP: Yes

BIG: Yes

Start Date: March 1989

Sylvia Silberg

Drs. Sylvia Silberg, M.A.

Practice location(s): Rijswijk and Monster (near The Hague, Voorburg and Delft)

Qualifications:

Doctorandus Clinical Psychology, MS Counselling Psychology (cum laude), Eerstelijn Consulten

Practice Description:

General psychotherapy practice for individuals and couples. Cognitive-Behavioral, Client-centered and psychodynamic approach. EMDR Trauma Treatment , Solution Oriented Therapy,Mindfulness Stress Reduction
Programme

Nationality: Dutch

Language skills: English, German, Dutch and Hebrew

Insurance: DSW, VAN BREDA, BUPA

NIP: Yes

BIG: Yes

Start Date: April, 1996

Melanie Stehmeier

Melanie Stehmeier

Practice Location: Amsterdam

Qualifications:

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist registered with www.babcp.com (UK CBT organisation), www.vgct.nl (Dutch CBT organisation) and www.ukcp.org(UK Psychotherapists organisation)

Practice Description:

I work with adults and couples using a cognitive behavioural approach in addressing a range of problems, from more clearly specifying and achieving life-goals, addressing someone's low self esteem and assisting them achieve satisfying relationships, through helping people with more long-term mental health problems such as OCD, depression and anxiety. I provide collaborative, problem-focused therapy and I also incorporate coaching techniques including the use of Step I and Step II MBTI assessments. For more information, please check:www.thecove-therapy.com

Nationality: British

Language skills: English

Insurance: No

NIP: No

BIG: n/a

Start date December 2007

Carolyn Tabak

 

Carolyn Tabak

Practice Location: The Hague

Qualifications:

MSc Psychotherapist ECP, UK and European Registered Psychotherapist; UKCP, BACP, EAP (Holder of European Certificate of Psychotherapy), BPS, NAP, NGVH

Practice Description:

General psychotherapy practice for adults and one-to-one. Integrative approach using Person-Centred, Psychochoanalytic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Transactional Analysis concepts, depending on what works for the client. Experience includes 20 years of private practice, case manager for an Employee Assistance Programme, Psychological assessment of London Police Officers, Supervision of counsellors, psychotherapists and coaches, Primary tutor on BSc Counselling course, Lecturer on MA Counseling at Webster university in Leiden, organisational training delivery in Stress management, Trauma awareness, Leadership and Performance Management. EMDR-trained. Specialities/Interests: Depression, stress, anxiety, work-related issues, expat issues, relationships, personal and spiritual development and transition, menopause and ageing, trauma and PTSD, identity issues, sexuality, performance and executive coaching.

Nationality: British

Language skills: English and French

Insurance: International only
Member since 2008

NIP: n/a
BIG: n/a
Start date:

Lori Van Velhoeven


Laura van Veldhoven, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Practice Location: Breda

Qualifications:

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Texas, USA Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology Specialty, University of Houston, USA M.P.H. in Health Behavior Health Education, University of Michigan, USA B.S. in Biopsychology and Cognitive Sciences, University of Michigan, USA

Practice description:

General clinical psychology practice open to adults, couples, and families. I have expertise in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and stress management problems. Further specializations include adjustment difficulties related to traumatic injury, chronic illness, chronic pain, and changes in cognition. My approach to treatment is confidential, individualized, flexible, and collaborative. My training includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, and interpersonal psychotherapy. Together, we will make use of my numerous clinical training experiences, understanding of current research, and own experiences as an ex-pat to provide you with the best available treatment.

Nationality: American

Language skills: English, beginners Dutch.

Insurance: N/A

NIP: No

BIG: No

Start Date: April, 2012

 

Katarina Gaborova

Katarina Gaborova

Practice location: The Hague

Qualifications:

MA Psychology (Child & Family), Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology, BA(Psychology/Psychophysiology), EFT (Emotional FreedomTechnique) practitioner,NIP (Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen) registered.

Practice Description:

Licensed Psychologist with international experience working with adolescents,adults and families. I use an eclectic approach combining a variety ofapproaches from various schools of psychology, depending on the clientpreferences. Together we decide on a therapy method.These methods include psychodynamic,Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered or alternative spiritual healingmethods. My specialties and interests include integration issues, depression,anxiety, grief, substance use, parenting skills, stress management. Formore information and references please view the website: www.psychologiesinthehague.com

Nationality: Slovak and Australian

Language skills: English, Slovak and Czech

Insurance: International

NIP: n/a

BIG: n/a

Start Date: Feb 2012

Ophirah Toff

 

Drs. Ophirah Toff, M.A.

Practice Location: Leiden

Qualifications:

Doctorandus Clinical and Health Psychology, GZ-Psycholoog, Eerstelijns psycholoog (member of LVE)

Practice description:

General clinical psychology practice, specializing in the ‘eerste lijn’: light to mild problems, mainly short term focal work. Adolescents, adults, sometimes couples (mainly communication skills or mild relation problems). Specializations:anxiety, trauma (EMDR method), depression, burn-out or work or study problems, insecurities and (sub or over)assertiveness, orientation and adjustment problems, stress management. Cognitive Behavioral therapy, EMDR, Solution oriented therapy, directive therapy, insight, testing.

Nationality: Dutch and Israeli

Insurance: Most Dutch and International insurance companies

Languages skills: English, Dutch, Hebrew

NIP: yes

BIG: yes

Start Date: Dec 2012

 

Suzanne Gerstner

Suzanne Gerstner, MA

Practice location: The Hague (Benoordenhout)

Qualifications:

MA in Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy, and Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling.

Practice Description:

Integrative, humanistic counselling and psychotherapy with individuals. I can help with depression, anxiety, stress, cross-cultural issues, burnout, work related difficulties and relationships. I can also help with the search for meaning and purpose in one’s life. Both short and long term counselling available.

Nationality: American and Dutch

Language skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: N/A

NIP: n/a

BIG: n/a

Start Date: January 2013

 

 

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Kathleen Doherty

Practice Location: North Holland

Qualifications:

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Practice Description:

Counselling with death-threatened persons, Palliative Care Consultant, grief and bereavement counselling.

Nationality: American

Language skills: English and Dutch

Insurance: N/A

NIP: No

BIG: n/a

Start Date: March 1988

 

 

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Drs Ana Maria Benito

Practice Location(s): The Hague and Leidschendam

Qualifications:

Licensed Psychologist. Clinical psychologist training, with extensive professional experiences. Working for more than 20 years abroad, and with the expat community in the Netherlands. Currently part of the Red of psicologo.nl. The two International Supervision Groups and Member of the Psychology Services at IHCH The Hague.

Practice Description:

Psychodynamic and Integrative approaches, with the Psychoanalytic framework. Working with Individuals, Couples and Families.Extensive experience and training in anxiety, couples relationship, family issues and separation. Burn-out, workplace issues, anger management, panic attack, mile depression. Crisis intervention, loss, grief, bereavement. Women and gender issues. Transition and changes in the life cycle. Body image and self esteem. Also offered are brief psychodynamic sessions, professional coaching and Support Programs for pre & post pregnancy.

Nationality: Dutch and Argentinian

Insurance: Accepted as an "out of network" provider

Language skills: English and Spanish

NIP: n/a

BIG: n/a

Start date: December 1992

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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