Jonna Paukkunen
Sex Therapist & Psychologist
I'm a sex therapist and psychologist, providing a shame-free space where you have permission to talk about anything related to sexuality and mental health. I support you in creating meaningful change in your life.
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About me
Hi there! I’m Jonna, a psychologist and sex therapist originally from Finland, now based in the Netherlands. Since graduating in 2020, I’ve worked as both a psychologist and a health coach.
In my work as a (preventive) psychologist, I’ve supported people dealing with challenges such as anxiety, stress, and relationship difficulties. As a health coach, I’ve worked with individuals living with chronic conditions like IBD, rheumatoid arthritis, and eczema, helping them find ways to ease symptoms through behavioral and lifestyle changes.
In 2023, I began an exciting new chapter as I started my two-year postgraduate training in sex therapy. Since then, my work has mostly revolved around the themes of sexuality, relationships, and gender, although I still continue to support clients with broader mental health and well-being topics.
My personal background has also sparked a strong interest in how faith and spirituality shape our identities and relationships—including the challenges that come with questioning or leaving a religious community.
If you’re exploring your sexuality, struggling with mental health, or reflecting on your faith and identity, I offer a safe space to navigate these experiences, always with warmth and without judgment.
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Location:
Media Gallery
Approach
My work integrates different approaches and theories from psychology and sexology, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I combine these evidence-based methods in a way that fit your unique situation and needs.
Additionally, my approach is sex-positive and grounded in science, meaning I view sexuality as a natural and valuable part of being human. I stay up-to-date with the latest research and continue to deepen my knowledge and skills to best support my clients. With my background in health psychology, I also take a holistic view of well-being. I consider how the different areas of your life—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual—interact and influence one another.
I see you as the expert of your own life. I don’t have ready-made answers, but I’m here to listen, support, and help you find the right direction for you. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on and work toward meaningful change.
Above all, I aim to be open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic in my work. I think my biggest strengths as a professional lie in my ability to connect with people and ability to create a warm-hearted, trusting environment. I have a good reason to believe this too, since my clients have consistently told me so! :)
P.S. If you look at my availability here and don't see any time slots that suit you, no worries—just shoot me a message. My schedule is flexible, so I am sure we'll be able to find a time that suits us both.
Experience
Online psychologist, OpenUp (freelancer), March 2025-current Sex counselling and therapy, 2023-current Preventive psychologist, 2021-current Health coach, Sidekick Health (freelancer), 2021-current Psychological coaching internship, Leiden University, 2021
Education
Sexuality therapist, Sexpo Foundation, 2024-2025 Sexuality counsellor, Sexpo Foundation, 2023-2024 MSc Health & Medical Psychology, Leiden university, 2020-2021 BSc Psychology, Tilburg University, 2017-2020
Services
Intro Call
Individual Session
Couples Session
Insurances
