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Welcome to my page!
My name is Lena and I am a psychologist based in Maastricht, providing therapy in English and Greek.
I’m so glad that you have found your way here. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel like a big and overwhelming decision. For years I’ve been specializing in ACT and CBT, helping clients navigate life’s challenges and move toward a life that feels truly meaningful, balanced, and connected. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious, or if you are just looking to explore ways to feel more aligned with yourself, I’m here to support you using evidence-based approaches and with genuine care and compassion. Take a look around, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or want to learn more about how we can work together.
AFFILIATIONS
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Areas I Work With
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Overthinking
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Social anxiety
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Specific phobias
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Performance anxiety
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Perfectionism, procrastination, rigid standards, impostor syndrome, excessive self-criticism.
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Dependency, indecisiveness, fear of responsibility, approval seeking.
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Avoidance, fear of rejection/ criticism, hypersensitivity.
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Feeling "not good enough", low self-esteem/ low self-confidence.
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Disordered eating
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Bulimia
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Binge-eating disorder
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Emotional eating
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Orthorexia
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Obsessions
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Compulsions
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Intrusive thoughts
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Rituals
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Fear of germs or contamination/causing harm accidentally/saying or doing “the wrong thing” and more.
Services
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Individual Online Therapy
I offer online therapy for adults and students over 18, supporting people from different backgrounds and walks of life, including those living abroad or simply navigating life’s everyday challenges. Sessions are available in Greek or English, wherever you are.
Online Therapy for Greeks Living Abroad
As a Greek psychologist in the Netherlands who has navigated the decision to move and start over, I understand the emotional cost that goes beyond simple homesickness. I offer therapy in Greek to people who have moved away.
Therapy for Internationals in English
I offer online therapy for internationals in Maastricht and for people around the world who prefer to work in English. Sessions provide space to explore whatever is important to you, not only matters related to living abroad.
My Approach
I work primarily with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). My approach is collaborative and flexible. I value creating a therapeutic space grounded in trust, honesty, and respect. In this space, your experiences are met with care, curiosity, and a willingness to explore.
Book an appointment
Reaching out takes courage, and I want to make this process as comfortable as possible for you. Please share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for. All information is completely confidential, and I'll respond within 24 hours. You can either fill out this form, send me an email or text me directly.
WHAT TO EXPECT
How We’ll Work Together
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you might be wondering what the process looks like. Here’s a simple breakdown of what you can expect when working with me.
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Introduction call
Our journey begins with a free and short introductory call to get to know each other and what has brought you into therapy. We will also discuss about logistics like fees and scheduling and it is a great chance to ask any questions you might have.
Assessment Phase
In the first few sessions, we will explore further what brings you in therapy, what are your expectations, your history and I will start to get to know you better. It is possible that you may have to fill in some short questionnaires depending on your presenting issues, to help us get a clearer image. By the end of this phase, we’ll have a better understanding of what kind of help would be most beneficial for you.
Setting Goals
Some people come in with clear goals, while others just know they need help but aren’t sure where to start and that’s completely okay. I follow a goal-oriented approach in therapy. This means that by the end of our assessment we will set together our therapy goals; those goals are going to be our guide for the rest of treatment, as they will help us monitor our progress and provide us with a clear direction for therapy.
Beginning with therapy
Once we have set our goals and we have a clear direction, the therapy phase begins. Having a strong assessment and our goals as a guide we will together plan out a treatment plan that fits your needs. Treatment involves continuing to understand you better, developing self-awareness, noticing patterns in thoughts or behavior, learning techniques to manage difficult feelings, skills training, cultivating mindfulness, getting in touch with values and much more.
Reviewing progress
Our end goal is for you to be able to be your own therapist and to be able to stand on your feet alone with out my guidance. Once we notice that you feel better, or that you have the tools to now handle the difficulties of life, then we will review our progress, celebrate our success and give you more tools to prevent relapsing.
What does evidence-based mean?
"Evidence-based" means that the therapies I use, like CBT and ACT, are backed by scientific research showing they are effective for a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and stress. These methods have been carefully tested and proven to help people make real, lasting changes. I am trained according to the standards of the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), which ensures that I apply the latest, scientifically validated techniques in therapy. EABCT sets high professional standards for training and practice, so you can be assured that the therapy you receive is not only effective but also follows the best practices in the field.