Brainspotting & Holistic Therapy in Amsterdam and Online
When talking no longer helps and you feel that there is something deeper that needs attention.
Maybe you’ve already done some inner work, yet notice that certain patterns or tensions keep returning. Or perhaps you’re just starting to look for support because you’re experiencing stress, overwhelm, or ongoing tension.
I help you process underlying emotions and blocks, so you can feel more at ease in your body and gain clarity about what’s going on inside.
With brainspotting and body-oriented therapy, we work on a deeper level than talking alone.
Therapy in Amsterdam or online. A space to slow down and reconnect with yourself.
CAT-accredited
Member of GAT
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15 Years of Experience in Emotional Support
Welcome, my name is Tessa. With over 15 years of experience in therapy and emotional support, I am a certified Holistic coach and certified Brainspotting therapist in Amsterdam who helps clients release tension, understand emotions, work through difficult past experiences and find more peace in daily life.
My approach combines Holistic therapy, Brainspotting, body-oriented interventions and mindful self-inquiry, offering a safe and grounded space to reconnect with yourself and your authentic experience.
What Clients Say:
Therapy Sessions:
For occasional support or if you’re looking for more flexibility in topics or time frame, see below for the options.
Quick Clarity 2 Hour session
A 2-hour Clarity Session offers a focused space to explore 1 specific topic in depth and gain valuable insights. Whether you’re short on time or not ready to commit to a full process, this session can help you find understanding & direction. This session does not include brainspotting, but could be a great start!
Brainspotting Session
Brainspotting is a practical, focused therapy method that helps access and release unprocessed emotions, trauma, and stress by using the brain–body connection. It is effective, non-invasive and deeply supportive. It can help lower anxiety, improve focus, remove emotional blockages and promote better sleep. Ideal if you feel there is something deep that wants to move, but you’re not sure what exactly.
Holistic Therapy Session
During talkative therapy combined with practical holistic exercises you will be able to break free from old patterns and open up to new possibilities in life again. As I offer holistic and practical, experiential therapy, we will be exploring and clarifying mentally as well as emotionally and experientially so that you can gain awareness, learn to feel through emotions that come up and move on from there.
Therapy Packages with Brainspotting
If you are looking for structured, affordable, ongoing support and feel ready to commit to a deeper journey of self discovery, see below for package options.
5 Session Program
Quick Calm: Brainspotting for Stress Relief
A 5-week brainspotting therapy path designed to reduce stress and tensions.
Brainspotting taps into your brain and body’s natural self-healing ability. It’s not talk therapy and not a quick fix — but a gentle, powerful way to come home to yourself, just as you are.
Includes: 1 x Intake, 4 BSP sessions
6 Session Program
Nurture Within: Reconnect with the Inner Child
A package designed to help you reconnect with your inner child. Through six focused sessions, using practical exercises like looking at your family system and through guided visualisations – you’ll be able to find a sense of safety and self-compassion. This package also includes brainspotting.
Includes: 1 x Intake, 3 x 60 minute sessions, 2 x 75 minute BSP sessions
8 Session Program
Emotional Clarity: Feel & Deal With Your Emotions
This package is designed to help you connect with and process your emotions in a safe and guided environment. Over the course of eight sessions, you’ll explore awareness of your sensations, feelings and emotions, learn techniques to manage difficult feelings like pain, anger and fear and get the chance to heal emotional blocks. This package also includes brainspotting.
Includes: 1 x Intake, 4 x 60 minute sessions, 3 x 75 minute BSP sessions
Group Classes & Workshops:
If you are looking to come Home to yourself – practicing Mindfulness, Self Holding, Embodied Movement and Grounding – my group workshops are made for you.
All my group offerings are about coming Home to yourself.
This can be in the form of:
– Mindfulness & Meditation classes
– Embodiment practices like Self Holding, Dance or Grounding sessions
– Workshops about Understanding & Expressing Emotions
Upcoming Workshops:
Mindfulness 2.0: 6-week course
GROUNDED. workshop
About Me
Whether you’re searching anxiety relief, deeper self-connection, understanding about a certain topic or a way to come home to your true self, I offer tailored programs to help you find ease and authenticity.
I began this path in my early twenties through my own search for peace, emotional clarity and authenticity. At the time, through various challenging experiences I became aware that I actually had never learned how to listen to my body and my feelings, even though I was deeply sensitive and intuitive. It meant that I held many emotional tensions and I was feeling lost and anxious. Through following therapy and the spiritual path – in many shapes and forms – and through my education, I released many trauma’s and physical tensions and discovered that underneath everything there is clarity and an ever present source of Joy and Love.
Today, I guide individuals who long for emotional freedom, grounded presence, and a deeper sense of connection with themselves. I do this through individual sessions, in the studio and online, as well as guiding group sessions.
My unique holistic approach combines holistic coaching, brainspotting, mindfulness, grounding bodywork and emotional release to help you reconnect with your authentic self.
I believe you hold the tools to your own health and well-being, but sometimes you need to be reminded of them.
About 90% of my clients are expats in Amsterdam and therefore I work mostly in English language. With a good understanding of the expat experience (I have been one myself) I provide a space where you can explore your feelings, intuitions and wishes.
More information about therapy
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Q: How many sessions will I need?
Every person is different. Some clients notice clear shifts after just a few sessions, while others choose a longer process or a package for deeper transformation. During the intake session we will discuss together what best supports your needs.
Q: How do I know if I need a package or separate session?
You can book an intake session through the contact form. During the intake session you can still decide to book the rest of a package, or continue with individual sessions.
Q: Do you also work online?
Yes. I work both in-person and via Zoom. Clients report to experience the same depth during online therapy meetings.
Q: What is Brainspotting?
Brainspotting is a focused therapy method that helps access and release unprocessed trauma, emotions, and stress by using the brain–body connection. It is effective, non-invasive, and deeply supportive.
Q: What issues can Brainspotting help with?
Brainspotting can support you with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, emotional numbness, or a general feeling of being stuck. It helps release stored emotions and create space for clarity and calm.
Q: Is Brainspotting safe?
Yes. Brainspotting is a gentle and non-invasive method. You remain in full control throughout the session, and we always work at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.
Contact form
Practice Address
Karel Doormanstraat 127, 1.08 Amsterdam, Netherlands
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