It's Complicated

Monica Tesarova

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Amsterdam, NetherlandsAvailable online only

About me

My name is Monica and I started my online practice as a psychologist in 2022. I was born in the US to Czech immigrants who then raised me mostly in the Czech Republic. In 2019, I moved to The Netherlands and settled in Amsterdam where I also teach yoga next to my psychology practice. Throughout my life, I was lucky enough to live, study and work in different cultures and countries such as Mexico, France, Italy or Sri Lanka. Being an expat many times, I had to overcome a fair share of struggles to feel grounded, connected, and to find a sense of direction in my life. I also had to learn how to live (and effectively function) with an ADHD diagnosis. All of which has led me to a better understanding of some of the challenges my clients are experiencing.

I speak:

EnglishCzech

Location:

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Approach

Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
I mainly work with the Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) framework, which is a mindfulness-based approach that aims to help individuals with accepting difficult emotions and thoughts while committing to actions aligned with their values. I also use some of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques that help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that are negatively impacting their emotions & behaviors. Finally, I use coaching techniques which can give your reflections the structure and guidance necessary to set and reach your goals. Together we will also evaluate potentially helpful lifestyle changes.

Services

Intro Call

Free 30 min Online

Individual Session

€99 1 hr Online

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€79 1 hr Online

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Amsterdam, NetherlandsAvailable online only

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