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Healing starts with connection

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves and others. At Connected Hearts Therapy, my mission as a psychologist is to help you reconnect with yourself and build meaningful relationships.

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My mission

Reconnect with yourself today.

With Emotionally Focused Therapy, I’m committed to help you reconnect with yourself and build meaningful relationships, knowing that the relationship we have with ourselves shapes how we experience the world.

I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can heal from mental health struggles, shame, and societal taboos—especially around relationships and sexuality—in a way that respects your unique experiences, including the impact of cultural differences, discrimination, and trauma.

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How I can help you forward

  • Anxiety depicted by a person lying on the floor, overwhelmed and drained by intrusive thoughts.

    Anxiety

    You experience anxiety and insecurity and want to uncover their roots while learning how to build healthier connections with others

  • Therapy illustrated by a drawing of a sad person being comforted with a hug from behind, symbolizing support and emotional healing.

    Trauma

    You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, hyper-alert, or shut down, and want support to gently process what you’ve been through and feel safer within yourself and your relationships

  • Sex therapy symbolized by a person confidently showcasing their body, representing self-acceptance and empowerment in sexuality.

    Sexuality

    You’re navigating your sexuality and feeling shame, seeking a safe space where you can express yourself and be accepted just as you are

  • Depression symbolized by a person falling, representing feelings of disconnection and hopelessness.

    Disconnection

    You’ve lost touch with yourself and often feel disconnected, depressed or empty

  • Therapy for couples symbolized by a couple hugging, representing love, reconciliation, and emotional connection.

    Relationships

    You struggle with closeness or emotional connection and want support understanding your patterns, needs, and boundaries so you can build healthier relationships

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My mission

From Isolation to Connection

While we’ve made progress in mental health awareness, many still struggle in silence, often feeling isolated by the pressures of social media or societal expectations. My goal in therapy is to break down these barriers and empower you to cultivate self-understanding, confidence, and deeper connections—both with yourself and with others. Together, we’ll work towards healing and personal growth, allowing you to embrace who you are and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.

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Trauma Informed

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Culturally Aware

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Sex Positive

Queer Affirming

  • "Connection is the energy that is created between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued. When they can give and receive without judgement. "

    Brené Brown

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • I am a therapist specialized in helping clients with mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as issues around sexuality and relationships, including ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and LGBTQIA+ identities. My background also includes working with immigrants, cross-cultural relationships, and I have personal experience with individuals facing disabilities.

    I currently only offer individual therapy.

    You can learn more about my background and approach here.

  • Choosing a private therapist offers several advantages, especially in a system where long waitlists can delay mental health treatment. In the Netherlands, many people wait months just for an initial diagnosis through insurance-sponsored care, postponing the start of treatment. Additionally, therapy is often only covered if you receive a formal diagnosis, and even then, you must pay the eigen risico, which is typically €385 per year. Insurance-covered therapy also often comes with a limited number of sessions, which may not be enough for your needs.

    With private therapy, you benefit from faster access, greater flexibility, and a personalized approach tailored to your needs. I provide compassionate, inclusive therapy that goes beyond standard treatment—focusing on truly understanding you and offering customized support for your growth and healing.

  • An individual session lasts 60 minutes and costs €100.

    If you’d like to work together but my rate is out of your budget, please reach out. I offer a limited number of sliding scale slots.

 

Let’s chat!

You have some questions, are unsure of whether to start therapy or you want to book a first session right away?

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