Cristiana Vica
Accredited Psychologist
Available for new clients
As an English-Romanian psychologist, based in The Hague, Netherlands, I aim to empower individuals to overcome challenges, enhance their well-being and achieve their personal growth goals.
I specialize in:
At a glance
Experienced on It's Complicated260+ sessions 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 24 hours
About me
As a qualified psychologist and an official member of the Dutch Institute of Psychologists (NIP) currently practicing in The Hague, Netherlands, I bring a diverse background to my practice. Born in Romania and raised in Canada, and having moved around extensively throughout my life, I have cultivated a unique perspective and adaptability that significantly shapes my approach.
I am passionate about helping people navigate their psychological struggles and engage in self-understanding with the aim of bettering emotional well-being, fulfilling personal goals and ultimately promoting an adaptive mindset. We all carry with us a unique story shaped by our experiences, dreams, and challenges. Recognizing and honoring our personal narratives is not just important – it’s vital. This can serve as a catalyst for gaining deeper insights into who we are and how we relate to the world. Yet, this can be overwhelming when faced alone. Scientific research supports the notion that each of us have an inherent capacity for growth and healing. However, often times, if we are lacking a safe and positive relationship, this capacity can be stunted. This is where our work together begins.
Through my extensive relocations, I have encountered the complexities and rewards of life as a migrant/expat firsthand. These experiences, coupled with my professional work with international clients, underscore the importance of fostering an open, flexible, and curious mindset. Committed to continual growth, I actively pursue ongoing professional development and clinical supervision, with much of my learning derived from the meaningful exchanges I have with my clients.
My specialities include but not limited to:
- expat life adjustments
- loneliness
- relational difficulties
- anxiety
- low mood
- depression
- complex trauma
- self-development, low self-esteem
- breaking lifelong unhelpful patterns
- exploring personality adaptations
I speak:
EnglishRomanian
Location:
Anna Van Hannoverstraat 4, 2595 BJ The Hague, Netherlands
Approach
Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
Schema therapyRecommended for those who want to break out of negative patterns or "schemas" that they developed early in life and keep repeating.
I primarily use Schema Therapy. This is an integrative, evidence-based form of psychotherapy, that draws on elements of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Attachment and Gestalt models to help individuals address lifelong patterns while equipping them with skills to navigate relational and emotional challenges in a healthier, more productive way. However, our sessions are tailored to your unique needs and goals, so I also combine elements from other modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-Based Interventions.
I am committed to walk alongside you, providing support and guidance as we delve into the depths of your life story and challenges in a safe and judgment-free space. My aim is for you to gain greater insight into your thought and emotional processes so that you can tap into your inner strengths and sense of empowerment. Your story deserves to be heard, understood, and celebrated. Let’s embark on this empowering journey together. I invite you to book a free 20-minute consultation call to see how I’d be able to support you in your goals and current dilemmas.
Feel free to check out my website for more information: https://www.inpsy.nl/
Experience
4 years in practice260+ sessions on It's Complicated
2024 - Present Private Practice InPsy Therapy
2021 Leiden University Medical Center Internship offering short-term online therapy for international clients
2021 - 2022 Family Coach at Eigen Toekomst Plan Den Haag
2017-2019 Research Assistant positions
Education
2024 – 2029 Integrative Psychotherapy Trainee – at the The Association of Integrative Research, Counselling and Psychotherapy (ACCPI)
2023 Schema Therapy Training [Van Genderen Opleidingen B.V.]
2022 MSc Clinical Psychology from the University of Leiden – Leiden, The Netherlands
2019 BA Psychology with a minor in Education from Wilfrid Laurier University – Waterloo, Canada
Registered NIP Psychologist [Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen, (NIP)]
o Credential ID 242715
Full member of The International Society of Schema Therapy [ISST]
Cost
Free 20 minute introductory callSliding scale starting at €70
Individual Session
€85 (50 minutes)
Consultation call (20 mins.)
€0
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Experienced on It's Complicated260+ sessions 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 24 hours
Usually responds within 24 hours