Nina Beijer
Humanistic Counsellor & Existential Counsellor
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About me
I’m Nina, a Berlin-based humanist spiritual caregiver originally from Amsterdam.
As a humanist counselor and spiritual caregiver, I guide clients through spiritual, ethical, and meaning-making questions.
In my practice I support individuals navigating questions of life and meaning, experiences of loss, and the impact of injustice. My approach is warm, socio-politically engaged and focussed on navigating questions of meaning.
During my psychology studies, I realized that some of my deeper questions remained unanswered. While I learned to analyze human behavior, I continued searching for ways to explore the existential questions I had about life. Questions like: How do we navigate grief, different life-phases, illness, or the meaning of friendship? What makes life worthwhile or how do we relate to societal issues?
When I discovered the profession of humanist chaplaincy, I felt deeply inspired and passionate about finding a way to offer counseling that explores the deeper spiritual, ethical, and meaning-making questions we are confronted with. I believe that counseling is a space for self-exploration and liberation, as much as it is a place for empowerment and resistance.
During my work, I have supported people through experiences of grief, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, migration, (sexual) violence, identity questions, anxiety and lack of meaning. Exploring ourselves through multiple dimensions—our lived experience, and the social, spiritual, existential, political, and cultural contexts we inhabit—can help us navigate the complex questions that arise from being human.
In my practice it is my aim to make people feel seen, safe, and empowered. This includes a good portion of humor, open mindedness and unconditional acceptance.
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Approach
Life’s significant moments – the loss of a loved one, experiencing trauma or systemic oppression, or entering a new chapter such as a birth, a relationship, or a challenging transition – often raise existential questions: How do I move forward? What truly matters? Who do I want to become?
As a humanist chaplain, I support people in navigating existential questions, especially during times of grief, trauma, or uncertainty. I’ve seen how a safe and empathetic environment can help restore clarity and direction when life feels off balance. My aim is to offer space for reflection and to support your own capacity for meaning-making, self-understanding, and growth. Together, we explore your values, identity, and what truly matters to you.
I work from the understanding that our experiences are shaped by both our inner vulnerability and the broader social and cultural dynamics we live within. Humanist counseling can offer space to explore how these forces impact our ways of being. By fostering an environment of inclusivity and respect, I support clients in connecting with existential experiences and seeking deeper meaning.
My approach is grounded in humanistic values and shaped by encounters with diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. I aim to create a space where questions about identity, belonging, and the tension between personal freedom and cultural expectations can be held with care.
Whether you’re going through a big change—practical or emotional—or struggling with where you belong (in your body, your family, your community, or your beliefs), I’m here to meet you where you are.
