Areas I work with

I provide individual therapy for women going through difficulties that are affecting your mental health, relationships, sense of self or day-to-day life. Working with me is safe and inclusive, allowing space for you to understand your individual experiences and what you want to change while feeling completely supported.

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Anxiety,
Panic
attacks,
phobias

Anxiety can affect many areas of your life. You may find yourself constantly worrying, overthinking situations, avoiding things that make you anxious, or feeling on edge even when you know there is no immediate danger. Therapy can help you understand the patterns maintaining your anxiety and develop more effective ways of responding.


Examples of phobias are:

  • Social Phobia (Social Anxiety Disorder)

  • Agoraphobia (Fear of crowded places, open spaces, or leaving home.)

  • Claustrophobia (for example in Elevators, planes, tunnels, MRI scanners)

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Burnout
Recovery

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Expat &
Life Transitions

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Obsessive
Compulsive
Disorder
(OCD)

You may experience intrusive thoughts, images or urges that feel unwanted or completely at odds with your values. Perhaps you find yourself checking, seeking reassurance, analysing your thoughts or feelings, or carrying out rituals to reduce anxiety. OCD can take many forms, and therapy can help you understand these patterns and work towards greater freedom from compulsions.


OCD can take on many different forms, but includes:

  • Contamination & Cleaning OCD

  • Symmetry, Ordering & Arranging OCD

  • Intrusive Thoughts / Mental OCD

  • Health-Related OCD

Work-related pressure, high expectations, and “always-on” lifestyles can lead to exhaustion and burnout. Therapy helps recognise early warning signs, develop boundaries, and create sustainable routines that protect your mental and physical health.


Those struggling with burnout may experience (among many other symptoms):

  • Emotional Exhaustion

  • Cognitive Impairment

  • Physical Symptoms (chronic fatigue, headaches, insomnia)

  • Irritability & Mood Changes

  • Self-Care Neglect

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Low Mood,
Depression

You may be struggling with persistent low mood, loss of motivation or enjoyment, or feeling disconnected from yourself and the people around you. Perhaps you're continuing to manage your responsibilities while privately finding things much harder than they appear. Therapy can help you understand what you're experiencing and work towards improving your mood, motivation and overall wellbeing.

This might include symptoms of:

  • Losing motivation to do hobbies you usually enjoy.

  • Significant changes in appetite or weight (increase or decrease).

  • Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt.

  • Sleep disturbances—insomnia or sleeping too much.

Adjusting to life in a new environment or while struggling to come to terms with an aspect of your identity can create unique stressors, including feelings of isolation, uncertainty, or disconnection. As someone who has lived internationally and is inclusive of all gender, relationship and sexuality orientations, I provide therapy that is sensitive to these experiences, helping you navigate transitions and build stability and belonging.

These may include:

  • Expat Transitions (acculturation, stress management, coping with isolation)

  • Relationship Transitions (grief, divorce, identity shifts)

  • Health & Life Changes and adapting to a new version of oneself

  • Identity & Personal Growth (Gender transition, sexuality)  


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Self-Esteem
& Image

You may be highly self-critical, compare yourself to others, or feel that your worth depends on how you look, what you achieve or how others perceive you. These patterns can affect your relationships, career and confidence, and can make it difficult to feel comfortable with yourself. Therapy can help you understand where these patterns come from and develop a more balanced and resilient sense of self.

These may include:

  • Social Self-Esteem

  • Body Image & Appearance

  • Self-Worth & Identity

  • Interpersonal & Relationship Confidence

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I also support women dealing with relationship or attachment challenges, trauma, or early-life experiences that continue to affect daily life. If you’re facing a challenge that isn’t listed here, you are welcome to contact me to discuss whether therapy could help.

Other Areas of Support

I am unable to accept clients who are currently in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts. I also do not accept referrals from SGGZ. If you are struggling or in immediate danger, please contact your GP or call 113 (Netherlands) for support.