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Welcome to Therapy Amsterdam Noord.

Perhaps this is the time to address something that has been bothering you for a long time or to make a change in your life. There are various reasons why someone might choose online therapy and/or visit the practice. Some reasons for making an appointment may include:

  • trauma treatment
  • loss and grief
  • emotion regulation
  • not feeling fully present
  • hearing voices
  • psychosis sensitivity
  • synesthesia
  • depressed feelings
  • self-destructive behaviors
  • suicidal thoughts
  • fear, anxiety and/or panic (attacks)
  • (chronic)stress

Registration is easily done through the contact form. For information on rates and coverage click here. For practice registration, click here.

During the first appointment, the intake, directly applicable tools may be introduced where possible, in consultation and based on the specific needs. Follow-up sessions are tailored to the individual’s specific question and desired outcome, and incorporate various methods such as:

  • Hypnotherapy
  • Regression therapy
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • FT (Flash Technique)
  • Brainspotting
  • PVT (Polyvagal Theory)
  • Somatic psychotherapy
  • MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
  • DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
  • ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) therapy
  • Voice dialogue
  • Parts work
  • IFS (Internal Family System)
  • (Family)constellations
  • Breath techniques
  • Relaxation and visualization exercises
  • ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

Psychotherapeutic treatment can be either short-term or long-term. The duration depends on the specific needs, the desired situation, and the nature of the concerns. The frequency of sessions varies from person to person, but especially in the early stages, it is desirable to schedule weekly or bi-weekly sessions. This supports the progress of therapy and ensures that insights continue to evolve under the guidance of the sessions. Please refer to Additional Information.

Opening hours are by appointment only.

This practice doesn’t have an urgent mental health crisis team. In an emergency or crisis contact your GP, the after hours GP practice in your area (Amsterdam-Noord: 088-0030600), Psychiatric Emergency Service Amsterdam (SPA) 020-523 54 33, chat or call 113, call free of charge 0800-0113 ( Suicide prevention) or 0800-0188 for Sexual Assault Center.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment or have any inquiries, please don’t hesitate to complete the contact form. You’ll receive a response within 24 hours.

Kim@1997

Therapie Amsterdam Noord is led by Kim Niekerk, a qualified psychosocial therapist and hypnotherapist. Born in Amsterdam and shaped by an international background, Kim has received extensive training in psychology. Alongside her work as a therapist, Kim brings years of experience as a filmmaker, has taught both sports and yoga, leads mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) trainings, and has traveled widely. She is honored to offer online consultations to clients around the world, with flexible scheduling that accommodates various time zones. In-person sessions are also available on weekdays (Central European Time) at her practice on Meeuwenlaan 161 in Amsterdam North, just a 3-minute bike ride from the ferry to Amsterdam Central Station. If you’d like to explore whether Kim is the right therapist for you, feel free to reach out via the contact form.

Video length: 9 min. With many thanks to The Trauma Foundation & Polyvagal Institute.