Individual Therapy
A calm, unhurried space to understand what's beneath the surface — especially for expats navigating anxiety, identity shifts, and the weight of living abroad.
Book a Free 15-Minute Introductory Call Ask questions, discuss what brings you to therapy, and see whether working together feels right.
When something doesn't feel quite right
Living abroad often changes your experience in ways that are difficult to explain, even to yourself.
You may notice anxiety that wasn't there before, or a quiet sense of disconnection — from people, from place, or from yourself. Questions about who you are now can start to surface. Things that once felt stable may feel less certain.
For others, it's less defined. A flatness. A loss of direction. A sense that something has shifted, even if everything looks fine from the outside.
Individual therapy creates space to stay with that — not to fix it quickly, but to understand what's actually happening underneath.
Some people arrive with a clear concern: anxiety after a move, relationship patterns, questions about identity. Others come with something harder to name — only a feeling that something isn't as it used to be. Both are valid places to begin.
What individual therapy sessions are like
Individual therapy is a weekly 50-minute conversation, held either online via secure video or in person in Leiden.
The first session is simply a place to begin. It isn't an assessment, and you don't need to prepare anything in advance. You can speak about what's been on your mind, ask questions, and get a sense of whether this feels like a space you'd want to return to.
If it does, sessions continue at a consistent weekly time. Over time, the focus tends to shift — from what feels most immediate to what sits underneath it. Patterns begin to emerge. Questions that felt vague start to take clearer shape.
This kind of work isn't rushed. It unfolds gradually, allowing something more stable to develop — not just temporary relief, but a clearer sense of direction.
Sessions are confidential and held under professional standards. Online sessions use an encrypted platform and are never recorded.
The approach — meaning, not just symptoms
This work is grounded in logotherapy, a meaning-centred approach developed by Viktor Frankl.
Rather than focusing only on reducing symptoms, it looks at a deeper question: what does this experience mean in the context of your life?
For many expats, this becomes especially relevant. Moving abroad can quietly disrupt the structures that once gave shape to your identity — language, relationships, familiar roles, even your sense of belonging. What follows is not always a clear problem, but a shift in how life feels.
A meaning-focused approach helps you stay with that shift long enough to understand it. Not just how to cope, but how to relate to what's happening in a way that feels more honest and grounded.
The work is intentionally unhurried. It allows time for things to become clearer, rather than forcing resolution too quickly.
Who this is for
This kind of therapy tends to work well for:
- Adults and expats navigating anxiety, identity questions, or life transitions
- People experiencing loneliness, disconnection, or loss of direction
- Those who want to understand what's underneath, not only manage symptoms
- Individuals open to a reflective, meaning-oriented approach
- Anyone going through a shift in how life feels
It may be less suitable if you:
- Need immediate crisis or emergency mental health support
- Are looking only for short-term, solution-focused techniques
- Require therapy covered by insurance
- Are seeking medication or psychiatric treatment
Practical details
- Session length: 50 minutes
- Frequency: Weekly (recommended)
- Format: Online (secure video) or in person in Leiden
- Languages: English and Slovene
- Cost: €125 per session
- Introductory call: 15 minutes, Free
- Cancellation: Free reschedule up to 24 hours in advance
Sessions are available across the Netherlands and Europe online, or in person in Leiden.
Common Questions
Does individual therapy actually work?
Research consistently shows that therapy is effective for concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. What tends to matter most is the quality of the therapeutic relationship, and your willingness to engage in the process.
What if I don't know where to start?
That's very common. Many people begin without a clear explanation — only a sense that something hasn't felt right for a while. That's enough to begin.
Will I be judged?
No. Therapy is a non-judgmental space. You don't need to justify your experience or prove that it's "serious enough." If something matters to you, it's worth exploring.
How long does it take to feel better?
Some people notice shifts relatively quickly. For others, it takes longer. This kind of work focuses on understanding deeper patterns, which tends to create more lasting change over time.
Is everything confidential?
Yes. Sessions are confidential and follow professional and legal standards. Online sessions are encrypted and never recorded.
How many sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number. Some people find what they need in a few months; others stay longer to explore deeper patterns. We review our work regularly to ensure it still feels useful to you.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. As a private practice, you can book directly. This also means your therapy remains entirely private from your medical records and insurance provider.
What happens if it's not the right fit?
The first session is partly there to find that out. There's no obligation to continue. You're free to decide what feels right for you.
Other services: couples therapy, expat therapy, or online therapy.
Book your introductory call
A single session at half price, with no obligation to continue. If you've been thinking about therapy for a while without quite taking the step, this is a way to begin — without pressure.
Book a Free 15-Minute Introductory Call