Johanna Schmidtova

Often, we are far more critical of ourselves than of others and easily overlook the resilience already within us. I believe growth is not about fixing something broken, but about strengthening what is already there. Even in difficult moments, the capacity for insight, adaptation, and strength exists within you. My approach is integrative, drawing on multiple evidence-based methods to suit your unique needs. I often combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) to cultivate awareness, acceptance, and value-driven action, and attachment-focused strategies to explore how your relationships shape your experiences. Sometimes, we may also work with techniques targeted at your body awareness and physical experience. I invite collaboration, flexibility, and play into our sessions. Reigniting joy can be a powerful tool to realign with yourself and your goals. Together, we will take time to decide which approaches best fit you, and I’ll guide you in applying them in ways that feel practical and relevant to your life. In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding your current challenges, what you hope to gain from therapy, and the patterns or experiences that matter most to you. From there, sessions are tailored to your pace and priorities, combining structured guidance with space for reflection and emotional processing. My goal is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you explore your experiences. With curiosity and safety, we explore what may feel stuck, and build the tools to recognize, understand, and fulfill your needs. Note: If you have questions about formal diagnostics, send me a message!

During my postgraduate training, I completed 600 clinical hours at a mental health clinic in Leiden. Here, I supported clients throughout the full therapeutic process—from intake and assessment to treatment and aftercare. Among others, I helped individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and burnout. Since receiving my licensure, I have been working: 🏡 In private practice 💻 Online via It’s Complicated 🗃️ As a work and organizational psychologist supporting employees dealing with stress and burnout Today, I primarily work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I integrate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with psychosomatic and attachment-informed methods. I place strong emphasis on understanding each person’s individual experience and strengthening the internal resources that allow for living more in alignment with oneself.

2025-present In training for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy 2025- present Member of Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen (NIP, Largest Dutch association of psychologists) 2025 vLOGO Psychological and Diagnostic License 2024-2025 600 hour Clinical Traineeship at an sGGZ clinic in Leiden 2024 MSc Clinical Psychology from Utrecht University, The Netherlands 2022 Crisis Counseling Certificate 2022 BSc Clinical, Work and Organizational Psychology from the University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands 2019 Cultural Sensitivity Training at North Korean defector centre in Seoul, South Korea