Mindful Path Counseling
"This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they are a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still, treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. The dark thought, the shame, the malice. meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. "
This beautiful poem by Rumi captures how I approach my work with my clients. Within the therapeutic container we will create, there is space to acknowledge and hold all parts of you. I cannot promise that doing this type of deep and honest work will always be easy but I can promise that you will not do it alone. Whatever concerns you bring to our sessions, I will greet with great compassion, respect, and thoughtfulness.
Schedule a Free Consultation
About Renee
Hello! My name is Renee and I have been a therapist for over 15 years. I feel continually grateful to have found a profession that provides so much meaning in my life. It is an incredible gift to witness someone say with true conviction that they love themselves for the first time or to finally achieve a dream that anxiety had previously blocked them from pursuing or to know that their life is not defined by their past trauma.
I am originally from the United States but now live in the Netherlands with my family. Previously, I lived abroad in France as a student, in Chile as an English teacher, and in Mexico as a graduate student intern. These experiences have been the richest ones of my life, challenging my sense of self, exposing me to new ideas, and connecting me with lifelong friends. However, these experiences have not come without their challenges. Navigating different systems, loneliness, parenting in a different cultural context, and feeling misunderstood have been just some of the difficulties I have faced. I am passionate about supporting English speaking immigrants and expats with their unique mental health needs.
Education and Training
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Masters in Social Work, University of Texas-Austin
- BA English Literature and Psychology, University of Virginia
- EMDRIA-Approved Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Training
- Advanced Practice of EMDR for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health
- Maternal Mental Health Certificate Course
- DEEP Experiential Therapy Skills and Theory Training Year Long Course
- CBT for Anxiety
- Yoga Skills for Therapists
- 200 Hour Yoga Certification Training
Services and Fees
Individual Therapy for Adults
Online therapy available for clients in the Netherlands.
I can help you if you are struggling with:
- Anxiety
- Pregnancy and Postpartum- Anxiety, Depression and Birth Trauma
- Recovering from traumatic events
- An abusive childhood
- Attachment/Relational Difficulties
- Parenting stress
- Self Esteem and Self Compassion
- Adjustment to college and adulthood
- The stresses of being an immigrant/expat
Fees
€80 per session
for each 50-minute counseling session.
Sliding Scale & Accessibility
I offer a limited number of sliding scale fee sessions to make mental healthcare more accessible. Please email me to inquire about availability.
Coverage
I am not currently covered under Dutch health insurance but for some international insurances, coverage might be possible. You do not need a referral from your general practitioner or anyone else to seek services with me.
Get in Touch
Finding the right therapist is a personal journey. I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we're a good fit. I look forward to hearing from you.
Email:
Phone: 06 29 83 82 32
Feel free to reach out via email or phone, and I will get back to you as soon as possible.