Lara Maestrini
(she/her)
Psychologist & Counsellor
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
I aim to create a compassionate and judgement-free space for you to share your experiences, make sense of your past & overcome your struggles. I'm here to support you through your individual journey!
Amsterdam & online
Amsterdam & online
I specialize in:
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAlmost 3 years on It's Complicated
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 4 hours
About me
I'm a trained and accredited Psychologist and Counsellor, who lived as an expat in various countries over the last years. I know how challenging life can be and at times, additional help is invaluable. This is why I aim to support you through whatever it is you are struggling with in life. Based on my own journey in life, my passion lies in supporting adults who struggle with "people-pleasing tendencies" such as: difficulty setting boundaries, perfectionism, over-giving, neglecting ones own needs, social anxiety, low self-esteem and a tendency to find oneself in unbalanced relationships.
Additionally, I have worked with a wide range of topics, such as: depression, bereavement, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, domestic abuse, self-harm, OCD, substance misuse, body image issues, family relationships, and burn-out.
As an expat myself, my practice caters to other expats and their struggles in adjusting to a new country, culture and language. While the sessions are held in English, my German-Italian upbringing allows me to understand both languages and cultures thoroughly.
- I offer free 20minutes consultation sessions to get to know each other and see if we are a match
Additionally, I have worked with a wide range of topics, such as: depression, bereavement, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, domestic abuse, self-harm, OCD, substance misuse, body image issues, family relationships, and burn-out.
As an expat myself, my practice caters to other expats and their struggles in adjusting to a new country, culture and language. While the sessions are held in English, my German-Italian upbringing allows me to understand both languages and cultures thoroughly.
- I offer free 20minutes consultation sessions to get to know each other and see if we are a match
I speak:
English
Location:
Borgerstraat 102, 1053 PW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Approach
Treatment Approaches
Integrative therapy Recommended for those who prefer a flexible approach that combines different therapies to meet their unique needs.
Person-centered approachRecommended for those looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can lead the conversation and explore their feelings at their own pace.
Schema therapyRecommended for those who want to break out of negative patterns or "schemas" that they developed early in life and keep repeating.
My approach is integrative and individualized. This means that depending on your needs and what you bring to therapy, we can adapt and incorporate techniques from different approaches.
My practice is trauma-informed and I had additional training in CBT and Schema Therapy.
I aim to assist my clients in exploring their past and understanding how it shapes their present thoughts and behaviour. Becoming aware of life-patterns and developing healthy coping skills is a fundamental step in creating change and finding a way to navigate through life in a balanced way.
I don't believe there is a "one-size-fits-all" in therapy, but together we will find what works best for you!
My practice is trauma-informed and I had additional training in CBT and Schema Therapy.
I aim to assist my clients in exploring their past and understanding how it shapes their present thoughts and behaviour. Becoming aware of life-patterns and developing healthy coping skills is a fundamental step in creating change and finding a way to navigate through life in a balanced way.
I don't believe there is a "one-size-fits-all" in therapy, but together we will find what works best for you!
Experience
Almost 3 years at It's Complicated
- Private Practice (2023 - current)
- Psychologist & Board Member, Project Root Support NGO (2023 -current)
- Volunteer Counsellor at a charity in London, City & Hackney Carers Centre (2022 - 2023)
- Trainee Counsellor at the University counselling centre of CITY College, University of York (2022 - 2023)
- Mental Health Coach at Leiden University (2021)
- Intern at a addiction facility, Bad Bachgart (2020)
- Intern at the addiction centre of a hospital (2020)
- Psychologist & Board Member, Project Root Support NGO (2023 -current)
- Volunteer Counsellor at a charity in London, City & Hackney Carers Centre (2022 - 2023)
- Trainee Counsellor at the University counselling centre of CITY College, University of York (2022 - 2023)
- Mental Health Coach at Leiden University (2021)
- Intern at a addiction facility, Bad Bachgart (2020)
- Intern at the addiction centre of a hospital (2020)
Education
Degrees
- MA in Counselling Psychology II CITY College, University of York Europe Campus (2023)
- MSc in Clinical Psychology II Leiden University (2021)
- BSc in Psychology II University of Vienna (2020)
Trainings
- ISST approved Schema Therapy Training (2023)
- Complex Trauma Practitioner Training (current)
- MA in Counselling Psychology II CITY College, University of York Europe Campus (2023)
- MSc in Clinical Psychology II Leiden University (2021)
- BSc in Psychology II University of Vienna (2020)
Trainings
- ISST approved Schema Therapy Training (2023)
- Complex Trauma Practitioner Training (current)
Services
Intro Call
Free • 20 min • Online
Individual Session
€90 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAlmost 3 years on It's Complicated
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 4 hours
Usually responds within 4 hours