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English-speaking psychologist and coach in Amsterdam

You start with me. Together we find what you need.

I'm Mare de Jong, psychologist and founder of DirectTherapy. Not sure yet what you need? Then I'll speak with you first, in a free consultation. Together we find the psychologist or coach who suits you. Already know? Book an appointment right away.

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No referral needed In Amsterdam and online One point of contact

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Mare de Jong, psychologist and founder of DirectTherapy
Mare de Jong NIP psychologist and founder. I'm the first person you talk to.
Psychologist or coach?

Two kinds of help, one place

Everyone in our team is professionally trained and registered with a professional association. Sessions are available in English.

Psychologist

Treatment, when symptoms disrupt your life

  • You are struggling to function, at home or at work
  • Symptoms disrupt your daily life, such as your sleep, mood or concentration
  • It has been going on for a while or keeps coming back
  • You also want to understand where it comes from
Evidence-based methods, such as cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR
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Coach

Guidance, when you want to grow or feel stuck

  • You function well overall, but feel stuck in something
  • You want to work on resilience, balance or a decision
  • You want to break patterns you recognise in yourself
  • You focus on the present and where you want to go
Practical and focused on your goals
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Not sure? Book a free consultation with Mare or email contact@directtherapy.org.

From Mare

Why I started DirectTherapy

I saw how hard it can be to find good help. Long waiting lists, a different face every time, and the feeling that you are just a number. I wanted to do it differently.

With us, you are seen. I pay attention not only to what you think, but also to what you feel. And because we are a small team that thinks along together, you end up in the right place.

Warm regards, Mare

MSc Psychology · NIP registered · More about me (Dutch)

How it works

  1. 1
    Get acquainted

    A free 15-minute consultation with me, or book an appointment right away.

  2. 2
    The right match

    I connect you with the psychologist or coach who suits your question and you.

  3. 3
    You start

    At the practice or online. I stay your point of contact, so you don't have to tell your story over and over.

At the practice or online

Wherever you feel at ease

A space to catch your breath

Our practice at Emmaplein in Amsterdam is warm and calm. Many clients feel at ease here quickly, and that helps: your surroundings affect how easily you open up.

Online, in your own way

Talk to your psychologist or coach by video or phone, from home or wherever you feel comfortable. You get the same attention and professionalism as at the practice. In between, you can send messages through your secure portal.

Experiences

What clients say

★★★★★

"After one session I felt for the first time that someone really listened to me. Taking the step was scary, but it soon felt like a safe place where I could be myself."

Annelies, Amsterdam
★★★★★

"As a man, I found it hard to ask for help. But here they made it so easy. No judgement, no pressure, just a good conversation with someone who gets it."

Thomas, Amstelveen
★★★★★

"I had therapy before where it didn't click. Here they really looked at which psychologist suited me. You notice it: the connection was there from the start."

Jasper, Hoofddorp

Reviews translated from Dutch. Names have been changed to protect clients' privacy.

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