Therapy for English speaking expats in the Netherlands

I know about the challenges of being an expat – because I am one.

I can support you in putting the foundations in place so that you can adjust well to your new life in the Netherlands and ultimately make long-term happiness, fulfillment, and your longevity as an expat much more likely.


During our work together, we’ll explore how your identity and sense of self are shifting and evolving as you live your life in another country.


As we do this, you’ll start to feel more comfortable doing two things at the same time:

  1. Give yourself permission to keep the “American” parts you like about yourself and want to maintain, regardless of your location (like smiling at strangers in a store and getting weird looks!).
  2. Be flexible in adding in some Dutch-inspired behaviors and lifestyle changes (like more work-life balance and a focus on community).

As your therapist, I will help you build a community in the Netherlands that allows you to integrate your old culture with the Dutch way of life.


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Therapy for expats is a good fit if:

Therapy for expats is NOT a good fit if:

Therapy for expats is NOT a good fit if:

  • You are an expat living in the Netherlands.
  • Your are an English-language speaker.
  • You are tired of feeling lonely and want to build a new community.
  • You are ready to explore your new community with confidence.

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Therapy for expats is NOT a good fit if:

Therapy for expats is NOT a good fit if:

Therapy for expats is NOT a good fit if:

  • You are not an expat
  • You reside outside of the Netherlands.
  • You do not speak English.
  • You are not quite ready to explore your new community.
  • You want in person sessions. 


I would love to support you on the next step of your journey

Alicia Garber, headshot of owner/therapist at Inner Fire Counseling

I'm Alicia, a Registered Psychologist NIP® in the Netherlands, I am an ex-pat myself since 2023 living in Amsterdam.  If you'd like to learn more about me click the button below. 


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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach to me at innerfirecounseling@gmail.com (Zivver) if you cannot find an answer to your question.

My fee for expat therapy is 150 euro for a 45-50 minute session. 

I do not, as my Dutch is not up to snuff to be registered with the BIG and therefore you are not eligible to receive reimbursement for your claims. 

Unfortunately at this time all my services are 100% online only. 

During your first session with Inner Fire Counseling, your therapist will ask you questions to get to know you better and understand what brings you to counseling. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the counseling process.

A counseling session with Inner Fire Counseling typically lasts for 45-50 minutes, although session length may vary depending on your specific needs and preferences.

Click on the "book now" link to schedule your first session. Or if you have any additional questions you can email me at innerfirecounseling@gmail.com  (zivver) or click the here to contact me.  

I have current availability Monday through Friday from  8 am until 12:30 pm. I do not work weekends.

NL complaint/Dispute procedure

By Netherlands law (WKKGZ) every counselor is required to have a complaints/disputes procedure in place. Please see below: 


·      My hope is that we can address this directly between client and counselor. 

·      If that is not the case for whatever reason, please direct your complaints/disputes to:

      Cental Bureau for Complaints Management in Healthcare (CBKZ) via klachten@cbkz.nl or by    

      registered mail: CBKZ, Antwoordnummer 570, 4200 WB Gorinchem. Complaints can be filed 

      digitally using the  complaint form.


Model Complaints and Disputes Regulation (NL)