Sarah Ringer
Psychologist
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
I help individuals and couples rediscover connection and balance. As an expat psychologist, I understand the challenges of belonging and guide clients toward clarity, growth, and renewed relationships.
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Usually responds after 24 hours
About me
Born and raised in London, I have been living in Belgium with my husband and children for the past 25 years. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Over the years, I have combined my work in hospital, and private settings to develop a deep understanding of human relationships and emotional wellbeing.
I began my career at the University Hospital of Leuven, where I worked in the Couple and Sex Therapy Team under Professor Dr. Peter Rober. This experience shaped my systemic approach and strengthened my passion for exploring how relationships influence our sense of self and connection to others. Today, I continue this work as a systemic psychotherapist affiliated with the Interactie Academie in Antwerp, alongside my private practice. Since 2023, I am a licensed supervisor in relationship and family therapy, guiding professionals in their clinical growth.
As an expat myself , I understand the unique challenges of adapting to new cultures, environments, and identities. My personal and professional experience with international clients allows me to offer a compassionate and culturally sensitive space where people can reflect, heal, and rediscover balance in their relationships and lives.
I speak:
DutchEnglish
Location:
Antwerp, Belgium
Approach
Treatment Approaches
Clinical psychologyRecommended for those who need help with diagnosing and treating more complex mental health issues, often involving assessments and evidence-based treatments.
EFT: Emotionally focused therapyRecommended for couples or individuals who want to strengthen emotional connections in relationships by exploring feelings and attachment.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in systemic thinking, which means I view each person within the context of their relationships, environment, and life story. I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change, especially when given the space to explore their experiences with curiosity and compassion.
In my work, I aim to create a safe, reflective, and collaborative atmosphere where clients can better understand themselves and the patterns that shape their relationships, strengthen connection, and open new perspectives.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, helping them navigate issues such as communication difficulties, emotional distance, cultural transitions, and relational conflicts. My role is to support clients find clarity, reconnect with their values, and build more balanced, meaningful and fulfilling relationships.
Experience
Private Practice – Antwerp, Belgium
Clinical Psychologist & Systemic Psychotherapist
2019 – Present
Providing individual, couple, and family therapy with a focus on relational dynamics, emotional connection, and communication. Also offering clinical supervision to professionals in the field of relationship and family therapy.
Interactie Academie – Antwerp, Belgium
Systemic Psychotherapist & Licensed Psychologist
2013 – Present
Working as a Systemic Therapist/Psychologist with individuals, couples and families through the sytemic lens.
University Hospital Leuven – Leuven, Belgium
2011-2014
Couple and Sex Therapy Team (under Prof. Dr. Peter Rober)
Worked with the team at Context, providing couple and sex therapy. Gained extensive experience in relationship dynamics, intimacy and emotional focused couple therapy.
Education
2024 – EMDR Training
Certified training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
2023 – Licensed Supervisor in Relationship and Family Therapy
Mechelen-Belgium
2006–2010 – Postgraduate Training in Systemic Psychotherapy
Interactie Academie- Antwerp- Belgium
2003 – Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology
London, United Kingdom
2001 – Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
New York-USA
Services
Couples Session
€150 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
€125 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Family Session
€175 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private Pay
Usually responds after 24 hours
Next available: Mar 15