Welcome!
It's nice to have you here. Taking action to seek help is an important step. I am here to help you, your child or your family with problems related to behavior, emotions and social relationships.
My practice, In My Humm, is open on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Together with a team of other independent professionals, including a systemic therapist, family coach, psychiatrist, clinical psychologist and a fellow mental health psychologist, we offer a wide range of treatment options for different questions.
Services
You can come to In My Humm for many different types of complaints, including: Attention and concentration problems, (Mild) mood complaints, Anxiety complaints, Trauma, (complicated) Grief, Life phase problems, Parenting and behavioral problems and Problems with self-image.
The current waiting time for an intake is approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
Therapy
In My Humm offers treatments for various types of complaints. My specialization is in treating mood problems, anxiety, trauma, grief and ADHD. In addition to various protocol treatment options, many of which are scientifically proven to be effective, I tailor the treatment to the specific client and their situation.
Diagnostics
To understand and treat complaints efficiently, it is important to gain insight into their history and the factors currently influencing them. We can do this by using various diagnostic methods, which are chosen in consultation with the client. These can range from an intelligence test to questionnaires, observations and more.
Collaborations
Where necessary, collaboration with colleagues who work at the same location can be initiated. We also have collaborations with other practices focused on learning and coaching. These collaborations are considered and deployed in consultation.
Reimbursement
In the context of free choice of doctor, health insurers do reimburse non-contracted care, albeit often only partially. Insurers use their own hourly rate, which often differs from the hourly rate of the Dutch Healthcare Authority. Often only a certain percentage of that hourly rate is reimbursed, depending on the type of policy you have. In addition, in principle the deductible (usually €385 in 2026) is used first.
Pay out of pocket
You can register with me as a client who pays out of pocket both for children and youth as well as for those aged 18+. The invoice will then be sent to you (or your parents) and you will pay it yourself. You have no obligations and do not have to comply with any regulations of your municipality (18-) or your health insurer (18+). There's an exception for clients over 18 who are insured with an insurer that's part of the Achmea umbrella organization. Since I have a contract with them, their clients are not allowed to pay out of pocket.
Children & youth 18-
Unfortunately, we no longer have a contract with the municipality of Amsterdam, since they decided to change their financing system. This means we can no longer offer reimbursed care for children under 18. Paying out of pocket for clients under 18 is still a possibility.
Adults 18+
As of January 1, 2023, I have entered into a contract with the Achmea umbrella organization, which means that policyholders of Zilveren Kruis, Interpolis, FBTO and De Friesland will have their care immediately reimbursed. Claims are processed directly with these health insurers. Following my previous decision to work contract-free, I have still not concluded a contract with other health insurance companies. However, they will cover the majority of your treatment. For more information and the underlying ideas behind my choice, please visit contractvrijpsycholoog.nl.
Contact
Des Présstraat 12, 1075 NX, Amsterdam
Availability & Crisis Situations
I am generally available for my clients on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9:00 and 17:00. Outside of these days, I check my messages less frequently. When I am absent (vacation or illness), I clearly mention this in all my communication.
In the event of an anticipated possible crisis situation, we make arrangements in advance about my availability and any potential involvement of a colleague or the crisis intervention team. If we haven't anticipated this situation, I may be contacted. If I am available, we can discuss what might be helpful. If I cannot be reached, they can contact their GP or the GP post outside office hours (088-0030600 within Amsterdam) or the crisis intervention team (020-5235433).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the waiting time for treatment?
The waiting time for intake, assessment and treatment varies. The most recent waiting time can be found here.
What are the costs of treatment?
The Dutch Healthcare Authority (NZa) has established new rates for 2026, which I follow. The most commonly used rates are:
| Intake/assessment | 45 min | €174.83 |
| Intake/assessment | 60 min | €200.99 |
| Treatment | 45 min | €149.82 |
| Treatment | 60 min | €177.89 |
For a complete overview, please visit my website here.
Is the treatment reimbursed?
I have a contract with the umbrella organization Zilveren Kruis, which means that clients over 18 who are insured with Zilveren Kruis, FBTO, Interpolis, or De Friesland receive full reimbursement for both the intake/assessment and treatment. Please note that your insurance will first use your deductible.
Clients insured elsewhere will receive a partial reimbursement. It's best to contact your insurer to find out what percentage they'll reimburse you.
To be eligible for reimbursement, I do need to establish a DSM classification based on the intake or further assessment.
Unfortunately, for clients under 18, I don't have a contract with the municipality of Amsterdam (or surrounding areas) which means health care in my practice is not being reimbursed. However, those who are able to afford it and wish to do so, could pay out of pocket.
What types of therapy do you offer?
I generally use techniques within cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and its variations, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and schema therapy (ST). I also regularly use EMDR and other trauma-focused therapies, including imaginary exposure therapy, rescripting, and writing therapy.
Based on your symptoms and needs, we will develop a treatment plan together and determine which type of therapy is most appropriate for you.
Where does the therapy take place?
I work face-to-face as much as possible, with appointments taking place in person at my practice, located at Des Présstraat 12 in Amsterdam. In some cases, I combine this with online sessions, especially if we already know each other a bit better, there's a clear treatment plan, and I feel comfortable conducting part of the treatment remotely. Safety is very important to me in this regard.
Can the therapy also be conducted in another language?
Yes, that's certainly possible. I can conduct the intake/assessment and treatment in both Dutch and English.
How can I register?
You can register via the "Register" button at the top right of my website page or via this link. You can also initially contact me using the contact form.
Often, the first step is a (brief) phone call, where we can broadly discuss your symptoms, what you're looking for and what I can offer as well as the practical aspects. From there, we can both make an initial assessment of whether we think we could continue together into the therapeutic process.