It's Complicated

Samantha Verouden

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Therapist & Somatic Coach

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Available for new clients
Hi, I’m Samantha. I support high-achieving individuals and expats who feel stuck in stress, burnout, trauma, or emotional patterns that talking alone hasn’t resolved. Because healing doesn’t only happen in the mind.

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Zoetermeer, NetherlandsAvailable in-person and online
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About me

How I Work A body-based approach to real change In our sessions, we don’t just talk about your experiences, we gently work with your nervous system. This may include: -Acceptance and commitment therapy -Body awareness and tracking sensations -Breathwork to regulate stress responses -Processing emotions and trauma where they live: in the body -Understanding and shifting survival patterns This approach helps you move from: -Overthinking → to feeling grounded -Survival mode → to emotional safety -Tension and shutdown → to connection and aliveness What I Help With You might resonate with my work if: -You feel constantly tense, restless, or emotionally overwhelmed -You struggle with anxiety, burnout, or mental fatigue -You’ve experienced trauma (recent or past) that still affects you -You notice physical symptoms like tightness, pain, or panic -You feel stuck in patterns like people-pleasing, overworking, or emotional -shutdown -You keep attracting the same patterns in your life, work and relationships, again and again -Talking about things helps… but doesn’t fully change how you feel What You Can Expect Through our work together, you will: -Learn how to regulate your nervous system -Release stored stress and emotional tension - Integrate trauma, through safety first -Feel more connected to your body and emotions -Develop a sense of inner safety, stability and power -Break free from survival mode and automatic reactions -Experience more calm, clarity, presence and aliveness in your daily life ‍

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Location:

Zoetermeer, Netherlands

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Approach

Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
Somatic ExperiencingRecommended for those who want to use the mind-body connection to address the effects of trauma and restore natural regulation of the nervous system.
Trauma Informed CareRecommended for those who have experienced trauma and need a safe, supportive space to heal at their own pace.
Approach ​Trauma therapy Somatic Therapy Inner Child Work Cognitive-Behavioral therapy Body work Breathwork Mindfulness-based therapy Emotional Processing Testimonials "Samantha has been a lifesaver for me - truly. She enabled me to get a much better understanding of myself and my own value - something which I thought I had lost, but through her guidance I not only found it again, but learned how to navigate through life in a much healthier and happier way. Right from the first few sessions I realised she knows exactly which questions to ask, whether to push further or to take back some of the throttle, and whether to let me ramble on or to take control of the conversation for a moment. I'm lucky to have found someone like her and cannot recommend her enough!" "I truly believe things happen for a reason. Professional and personal circumstances made me consider therapy so I signed up with Samantha. This is one of the best decisions I made for myself. It's only been a few months but I can already feel the impact of our sessions. Samantha is a great listener, although she comes prepared with a plan, she's also able to switch gears to focus on what needs healing based on what I share during each session. We are working towards certain goals but she's also attentive to what is needed in the moment and I love that her approach also includes monitoring sensations in my body. She is kind, supportive and can provide comic relief by cracking a few jokes here and there. Therapy with her doesn't have to be heavy all the time. I appreciate how she breaks down my behaviors/reactions and connects them to past experiences, by doing that she helps me understand myself better. I trust that she is giving me the tools to break free from the negative thoughts, find my voice and take control of my life. I know that she'd encourage me to see my progress as a result of the efforts I'm putting in, which I do, but I can't help but be grateful for the help and guidance she's providing. I am not alone. There is a world of possibilities." "I am so incredibly happy with my therapy sessions with Samantha. She has truly been a lifesaver to me. She listens deeply, puts herself in my shoes, and creates a safe space where I feel truly understood. Through breathwork, I’ve learned to connect with myself on a deeper level, feeling more grounded and present. She has also helped me recognize how my emotions physically show up in my body, where I hold anger, frustration, or sadness. Instead of resisting these feelings, I now acknowledge them and accept that every tear is okay. What I appreciate most is Samantha’s support during these sessions. When I have a session with her, I feel very excited that I will be talking with her. Knowing she is always there for me has helped me grow emotionally, embrace my feelings, and be kinder to myself."

Experience

5 years in practice
I have over 5 years of experience as a therapist and counselor, specialising in the nervous system, trauma integration, and emotional regulation. I’ve worked with organisations such as GGZ Interventie, SolutionS, Kara Connect, AntiLoneliness, and Trauma Center. Alongside this, I bring 6+ years of experience facilitating somatic and trauma-informed practices, including breathwork, yoga, and psycho-educational sessions in individual and group settings across the Netherlands and internationally. With a background of over 10 years in the social sector, I’ve supported diverse populations in navigating emotional, psychological, and life challenges.

Education

Education & Trainings Trauma-informed somatic therapist at Innercamp Coach foundation at the Laudius Campus Inner child work at The Great Mistery school Bachelor in Social Work B.S.W. at the Hogeschool Rotterdam Workshops/Trainings CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) Positive psychology Somatic bodywork DISC Certification Hypnosis training Business coaching Women empowerment Leadership Yoga Teacher ‍

Services

Intro Call

Free 15 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

€95 45 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€80 45 min Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Zoetermeer, NetherlandsAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.

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