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Meet the Counsellors
The ACCESS Counselling Network, made up of the Counsellors listed below are at the heart of ACCESS. Every month two are on-call to receive your call for assistance, and will refer you to the most appropriate support you need. You can view their profiles below, and get in touch, or find out who is on-call, or contact them via this link.
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Practice Location(s): Rotterdam and Schoonhoven
Nationality: British/Scottish
Language skills: English
Insurance: n/a
NIP: n/a
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: March 2015
Qualifications
M.A. Counselling; B.Sc. Psychology; Post Graduate Diploma in Psychoanalytical Observational Studies, Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy; Licensed Counselling Psychologist (DHA, UAE).
Practice Description
Counselling and psychotherapy for adults, couples, teenagers and families. My approach is integrative and client-centred incorporating psychodynamic, psychoanalytical and cognitive behavioural therapies based on the individual needs of clients. Living and practicing abroad for 17 years in Singapore, Bombay and Dubai, I have extensive international clinical experience with a broad range of clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I work with adults, couples, teenagers and families. Some of the areas in which I can help in are depression, anxiety, mood disturbance, grief and loss, change and adjustment issues, marital and relationship problems, family issues, and stress and anger management.
My website: www.annkuis.com
Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: British
Language skills: English and French
Insurance: International only
NIP: yes
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: December 2007
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 Counselling 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.
My website: www.psychologies-unlimited.com
Practice Location(s): Amsterdam
Nationality: American
Language skills: English and Dutch
Insurance: Contracts with all Dutch Insurances
NIP: no (LVVP Yes)
BIG: Yes, as psychotherapist and GZ psychologist
ACCESS Start date: May 1993
Qualifications
Doctor of Psychology (Psy. D.) Clinical specialization, Psychotherapeut BIG, GZ psycholoog BIG
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): The Hague, Online
Nationality: Italian
Language skills: English, Dutch, Spanish, Italian
Insurance: International and Dutch (NFG, Nederlandse Federatie Gezondheidszorg)
NIP: yes
Other memberships: Nederlandse Federatie Gezondheidszorg (NFG), British Psychological Society (MBPsS), EMDR Centrum Nederland, International Society Schematherapy (ISST)
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: November 2016
Qualifications
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): The Hague, Online
Nationality: Italian
Language skills: Italian, Spanish and English (C1), good use of Albanian
Insurance: n/a
NIP: submitted application
BIG: submitted application
ACCESS Start date: December 2016
Qualifications
Clinical Psychologist and certified Psychotherapist (applied for registration with the Ministry of Health), individual member of the International Association of Analytical Psychology (IAAP); PhD in Psychoanalytical Studies (University of Essex).
Practice Description
As an analytical psychologist I have been providing psycho-dynamically oriented counseling and clinical support to individuals, couples and families facing challenging moments in their lives.
I choose to live abroad primarily for family reasons and I changed several houses. So, I learned to become my own home. After moving to Kosovo, a post-conflict country, I worked in a large international organization aiming to enhance the protection and the promotion of human rights, in particular for minorities and vulnerable groups.
This professional experience gave me a great opportunity to understand the huge impact that the collective dimension has on the psychological and social sphere of both individuals and groups.
As a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist I provide short and long-term psychological support to expatriated persons, as well as individuals committed to international development and humanitarian work, both civilians or employed in police and military services. In particular, I can provide psychological support at distance to those persons being deployed in (potentially) hostile environments, who have experience several chronic and/or traumatic stressors and need to find an empathic space to be listened.
My Website: www.theargonaut.org
Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: Canadian
Language skills: English & Dutch
Insurance: International & Dutch as an ‘alternative provider’
NIP: n/a
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: July 2017
Qualifications
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: American
Language skills: English
Insurance: International
NIP: no
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: February 2008
Qualifications
LCSW, CEAP, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, New York State, Certified Employee Assistance Professional
Practice Description
General psychotherapy practice with individual adults and couples. Specialisations 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.
My website : www.garyfishbein.com
Practice Location(s): Rotterdam and Delft
Nationality: Polish
Language skills: English, Polish, Dutch
Insurance: Dutch and international
NIP: no
BIG: yes
ACCESS Start date: October 2014
Qualifications
PhD (Psychoanalytic Studies); MSc (Psychology); BIG-registration (GZ-psycholoog)
Practice Description
Psychological practice focused on providing effective psychological counseling for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, social isolation, adjustment issues (culture shock), stress related problems and other psychological difficulties. My approach is based on a combination of cognitive-behavioural approach, coaching and psychoanalytic insight adapted to individual needs of a particular client. Counseling is focused on looking into and working through current difficulties and restoring a client’s sense of mastery over her/his life.
My website: www.poradnia.nl
Practice Location(s): On various locations for 1 and 2 day programs, in Culemborg for standard sessions
Nationality: Dutch
Language skills: English & Dutch
Insurance: not for fast-track programs
NIP: 211527
BIG: 59922106016
ACCESS Start date: June 2018
Qualifications
Postgraduate degree in (integrative) Psychotherapy (BIG registered). MSc degree in Psychology (clinical). 4-year Postmaster degree in Family and Couples Therapy (NVRG registered). Trained and experienced in Trauma therapy (EMDR level I and II). Schema-focussed trained and certified. ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) trainer and therapist, MBCT (mindfulness based cognitive therapy) trainer and therapist. Over 15+ years of experience in international settings.
Practice Description
Psychological and coaching practice providing fast-track programs (1 and 2 day intensives) as well as regular consultations and therapy for internationals. Treatments are focused on people struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, repeating (negative) patterns and existential issues. I apply an integrative approach, based on the specific needs of the client. The fast-track programs are known to be effective and in high demand. It saves an average of 5 months of regular therapy sessions. I work with adult clients; individuals, couples and also families. The past 3 years, I have specialised in working with couples; I am known for a no-nonse approach and used to working with challenging personalities. For more details visit the website :- www.timeforeachother.com
Practice Location(s): The Hague (Statenkwartier)
Nationality: American, Dutch and British
Language skills: American (English) and Dutch
Insurance: International & Dutch as an ‘alternative provider’
NIP: yes
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: November 2011
Qualifications
Counselling Psychologist (MA) & American Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counsellor.
Practice Description
Psychotherapy for adults, late adolescents (17+) and couples. My approach is client-centred and integrative, 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; depression; family and parenting issues; cross-cultural couple issues; adoption and families considering adoption; spiritual deepening.
My Website: http://jenniferglaese.net
Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: American and Dutch
Language skills: English and Dutch
Insurance: As of 2014 the Dutch governmental policy for health insurance excludes couples therapy as well as sex therapy from reimbursement. Some of the insurance companies will insure this area through the additional insurance. (consult your own insurance company to ask if this therapy will be reimbursed by the additional insurance.) International insurance have their own policies concerning relationship and sex therapy. Please consult your policy to know what may be covered.
NIP: yes
BIG: yes
ACCESS Start date: January 2014
Qualifications
Health Psychologist (registered with the Ministry of Health), registered Sexologist (Dutch Federation for Sexology; NVVS); Clinical and Health Psychologist MA: (University of Leiden).
Practice Description
As a Sexologist and GZ Psychologist I specialise in working with couples and individuals with issues around intimacy and sexuality. I also work with people with chronic illness and physical limitations, dealing with relational and sexual difficulties as well as problems adapting to the changed situation. I’ve been working as a Sex Therapist since 1990. Next to my practice I work in a physical rehabilitation centre, counselling people with MS, spinal chord injury, acquired brain injury and other serious physical problems. I am couple and client-centered orientated and work closely with clients to develop a therapeutic approach that fits their needs. I work systemically and approach relationship and sexual difficulties using a bio-psycho-social model. I am inspired by the work of Dr. David Schnarch, Relationship and Sex Therapist working in the U.S. Examples of issues that people approach me for are: disparate desires around sex, sexual boredom, low desire for sex, sexual dysfunctions, difficulties in communicating around intimate and sexual issues and questions about sexual identity etc. I work with hetero homo and bisexual clients.
My Website: www.jlbender.nl
Practice Location(s): Amsterdam (Buitenveldert)
Nationality: American and Dutch
Language skills: American (English) and Dutch
Insurance: Intetnational & Dutch as an ‘alternative provider’
NIP: yes
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: August 2015
Qualifications
MA Counseling & BA Psychology, RBCZ certified counselor, certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist and Trainer, EMDR trauma therapy.
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): Loosdrecht, Amsterdam
Nationality: German
Language skills: English, German, Dutch and basic French
Insurance:
NIP: yes
BIG: yes
GZ psychologist: yes
ACCESS Start date: September 2016
Qualifications:
GZ-psycholoog BIG, clinical psychologist (Leiden University) and integrative Gestalt and movement psychotherapist (Fritz Perls Institute, Germany), registered Self Confrontation Method coach (Nijmegen university), with a PHD on global nomads identity development, intercultural coaching and communication (“Moving Experience” 2012, University for Humanistics, Utrecht.).Practice Description
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Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: Slovak and Australian
Language skills: English, Slovak and Czech, basic Italian, Dutch
Insurance: International
NIP: yes
BIG: n/a
ACCESS Start date: February 2012
Qualifications
Practice Description
Practice Locations: Amsterdam / Amstelveen, Leiden and Haarlem
Nationality: New Zealand
Language skills: English
Insurance: International insurance
NIP: Yes
BIG: No
ACCESS Start date: May 2018
Qualifications: MA Psychology (Hons), PGDipCBT, PGDipPsycPrac, Registered Psychologist
Practice Description
I specialise in working with children and teenagers (and their parents). I have extensive experience in helping children and adolescents with issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration and anger, fears and phobias, addictions, issues related to being a ‘third culture kid’, conflict with friends and family, issues associated with being gifted and diagnosed issues such as ADHD, Asperger’s Syndrome and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. I also work with parents who are struggling with any social, emotional or behavioural issues with their children and provide family counselling.
I previously worked in Vietnam with international families, so I am very familiar with the ups and downs that come with being a third culture family. I love all aspects of my job and particularly enjoy working with young people who are reluctant to come to therapy or who have had negative counselling experiences previously. I work with a very practical, skills-based approach and often find that a short number of sessions can be enough to see a significant change in both the young person and the family as a whole.
My website is: www.fineyoungminds.nl
Practice Location(s): Amsterdam, Groningen, The Hague, Delft & Online
Nationality: Slovenian
Language skills: English, Dutch, Slovene & Croatian
Insurance: Dutch basic health insurance (Generalistische Basis GGZ), International insurance, European Insurance Card
NIP: Psycholoog NIP – 224541
BIG: GZ-Psycholoog (Health Care Psychologist) – 89917986825
ACCESS Start date: December 2016
Qualifications
PhD Clinical Psychology, MA Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling, MPhil Social and Developmental Psychology, BA Psychology, 2-year Specialisation Focusing in Therapy (to be completed in 2020), Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1
Practice Description
The practice Inter-Being Psychologists offers psychological help in several languages to expats, international students and couples in Amsterdam, Groningen, The Hague and Delft. I founded Inter-Being Psychologists in 2012 and by now we are a small team of expat psychologists living and working in the Netherlands. Holistic psychological counselling and psychotherapy are offered for clients who struggle with issues such as as stress, burnout and life-work balance, cultural adjustment, identity issues, family and relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem and other concerns. Also clients in search of personal growth and those who struggle with existential questions are very welcome. Supervision is available for clinical psychology and counselling students. Treatment can be covered by basic Dutch health insurance but also by international or European health insurance.
Name (with credentials): Nuria Maldonado Bellido, MSc.
Practice Locations: Utrecht (physically) and Worldwide (online).
Nationality: Spanish
Language skills: English and Spanish
Insurance: International & Dutch. Please contact your insurance company to know what may be covered.
NIP: Yes (#225619)
BIG: N/A
ACCESS Start date: November 2018
Qualifications: MSc. Psychology, Developmental Somatic Psychotherapist.
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): The Hague and Worldwide (Online)
Nationality: Dutch and Israeli
Language skills: Hebrew, English, Dutch and Spanish (Spanish: medium+ level)
Insurance: International
NIP: yes
BIG: Renewal Process
ACCESS Start date: March 2019
Qualifications: GZ psycholoog BIG (currently BIG not yet valid); Doctorandus (MA) Clinical and Health Psychology, Psychologist in the primary health care.
Practice Description
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR, and a mix of Narrative therapy, Counselling/Coaching (life choices). I treat practically all issues forthcoming in the primary health care, such as anxiety (all forms), depression, out-of-balance/stress/burn-out/work/study related problems, assertivity issues, communication problems, self esteem issues, (mild) trauma’s, (re)adjustment, berievement, life-transition/choices/midlife-crisis. Usually in individual setting; sometimes (mild) relationship problems (not a relationship counselor). Ages 16 and older. Much experience with students.
My website: http://www.praktijktoff.nl/
Practice Location(s): The Hague
Nationality: German & Spanish
Language skills: English, German, Spanish, Dutch, Catalan (basic), Portuguese (basic)
Insurance: International
NIP: no
Other Memberships: SKJ (child psychologist nr 130002039), LVVP, VVCEPC
BIG: no
ACCESS Start date: November 2017
Qualifications
Postgraduate trainee in Integrative Psychotherapy (University of Antwerp) trained in client-centered therapy, CBT, psychoanalysis and system therapy.
MSc in Child & Adolescent Psychology (Leiden University).
BA majoring in Psychology and Philosophy (University College Roosevelt). EMDR certificate to treat trauma.
Practice Description
Psychological practice providing consultations and therapy for expat children, teenagers and young adults in The Hague. Treatments are focused on people struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, self-harm, cultural adjustment, ADHD, low self-esteem, bullying at school, adoption, and existential issues. I apply an integrative approach of client-centered, cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused and psychodynamic therapy, based on the specific needs of the client.
Next to treatments I provide basic diagnostics such as IQ tests and academic achievement tests for both children and adults.
I am fluent in English, German, Spanish and Dutch, whilst being proficient in Catalan and Portuguese.
Website: www.mendingmind.com
Practice Location(s): Amsterdam(Amstelveen) and Online
Nationality: American
Language skills: American (English)
Insurance: International insurance
NIP: no
BIG: no
ACCESS Start date: May 2015
Qualifications
LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Practice Description
I have a Generalized psychology practice. I work with individuals, families, children, couples and groups.
For the last twelve years, I have provided counseling and therapeutic services to various age groups suffering from depression, grief, anxiety, adjustment issues, expat therapy, addiction, social difficulties, trauma, domestic violence, elder abuse, self esteem and relationship difficulties, sexuality issues, anger management, care giver stress, and burn out.
My approaches include CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) , Client Centered , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy , Solution Focused Brief Therapy , Narrative therapy, Anger Management , Supportive Counseling , and Coaching.
My Website: www.yourtherapistabroad.com
Practice Location: Amsterdam
Nationality: American
Language skills: English and Spanish
Insurance: International
NIP: Yes
BIG: N/A
Qualifications
PhD in Clinical Psychology and MA in Psychology (Long Island University, Brooklyn); Postdoctoral Fellowship in Inpatient Psychology (Northwell Health); Clinical Internship (NYU School of Medicine- Bellevue); BA in Psychology (Tufts University); IDW (International Diploma Evaluation) as Scientific Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Practice Description
I am an American-trained Clinical Psychologist from New York, practicing general psychology in Amsterdam. I have a private practice where I provide therapy to adults, older adolescents, and to students studying abroad. I treat individuals, groups, and couples, in English or Spanish.
For the past nine years I have provided psychotherapy to diverse individuals, families, and groups from around the world. I have worked in multiple hospitals and community mental health centers, a college counseling center, and a psychoanalytic institute. My professional experiences also include supervising doctoral students, conducting psychological assessments, instructing undergraduate courses, and conducting research.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, dynamic, and flexible. I tailor our sessions to fit your specific situation and needs. People often come to me because they are feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, or because they are struggling with work stress, relationship problems, concentration difficulties, or issues related to past trauma. Others are drawn by the desire to change recurring negative patterns, achieve personal goals, or find a greater sense of purpose in their lives.
My website: https://www.therapyforexpats.org/
Practice locations: The Hague, Sykype
Nationality: Israeli
Languages: English and Hebrew
Insurance: Yes
NIP: N/A
BIG: N/A
ACCESS start date: June, 2018
Qualifications
Doctor of Psychology/ Clinical, Master in Art Psychotherapy MA, AT, AThR.
Practice Description
Practice Location(s): Amsterdam, Zaanstreek & Online
Nationality: British
Language skills: English and Dutch
Insurance: International
NIP: yes
BIG: no
ACCESS Start date: July 2014
Qualifications
BSc Psychology/Criminology (English language), BSc Psychology (specialism Clinical Psychology) (Dutch Language), MSc Psychology (English language), MSc Clinical Psychology (Dutch Language), Cognitive
Behavioural Therapist (in training), Running Therapist
Practice Description
I have been living in the Netherlands since 2000. My theoretical training to become a professional psychologist has been completed over studies followed in both the UK and the Netherlands.
All my practical experience has been gained in the Netherlands. I am a member of the Dutch association of Psychologists, the NIP, and have been granted use of the title PSYCHOLOOG NIP in recognition of my study and experience to date.
Since starting my clinical placement in June 2010 I have been continuously active working in the second line, ambulant Dutch Mental Healthcare system treating both Dutch and English speaking clients. Prior to and during my studies I was also a volunteer in a Mental Healthcare facility in Amsterdam. I developed my practice Inter-Active Therapy to be an innovative approach to psychological therapy making use of face to face contact in the outdoors and modern internet therapy forms, allowing easy accessibility to information regarding the course of the therapy while taking it outside of the traditional therapist’s office setting. Not having a fixed practice location means I can help my clients wherever they live in North Holland. Walking therapy is, as you would expect, therapy outside in a surrounding of the clients choice. It promotes positive behavioural change in a less confrontational setting. Internet therapy is carried out predominantly over Skype but can also include e-mail, online workshops and smartphone applications.
All clients are given access to a private online portal which is customised to give them information about the therapy they are following, and the steps that they have been taking. In 2014 I successfully completed a training to be a running therapist. This form of therapy incorporates a structured use of slow to moderate paced distance running to promote the natural production of feel good hormones in the brain, improving numerous psychological issues and individual self esteem, alongside the expected physical improvements.
Practice Location(s): Rijswijk and Monster (near The Hague, Voorburg and Delft)
Nationality: Dutch
Language skills: English, German, Dutch and Hebrew
Insurance: DSW, VAN BREDA, BUPA
NIP: yes
BIG: yes
ACCESS Start date: April 1996
Qualifications
Doctorandus Clinical Psychology, MS Counselling Psychology (cum laude), Eerstelijn Consulten.
Practice Description
General psychotherapy practice for individuals and couples. Cognitive-Behavioural, Client-centered and psychodynamic approach. EMDR, Trauma Treatment, Solution Oriented Therapy, Mindfulness, Stress Reduction Programme.
My Website: www.sylviasilberg.com
