Get matched - the simple way to start your therapy.
Skip the endless search for a therapist. Built by psychologists, the It's Complicated therapy matching service combines data-driven insights with human care to connect you with a trusted therapist who understands your needs.
Get matched with a therapist in three simple steps.
Take our matching survey
Fill out a simple, personalised 5-minute survey to help us understand your unique needs and goals. This helps us identify qualified practitioners.
Browse your matches
Discover therapists who match your unique needs and preferences. Review their expertise, background, and approach before reaching out.
Book your first session
Choose the therapist that resonates with you most and message them to book your first session or free introductory call.
Why matching is important
Research shows that the most important factor for successful therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship and alliance. That's where our matching service comes in - by combining the best of human engineering with personalised support by our psychologists, we do some of the groundwork to find the right fit. We'll help you connect with a therapist with a good track record and whose experience and personality best fit your needs.Start matching
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Explore the directory
Prefer to choose for yourself? Browse our directory of over 2,500 mental health practitioners across Europe.
Raffaella Silvana Papa
Psychological Psychotherapist
Vedano al Lambro, Italy
10+ years of experience in expert care. Tailored support for life’s deepest challenges, from depression to personal transformation.
Inga Bock
Clinical Psychologist & Psychologist
Meßstetten, Germany
As a psychologist in training in behavioural therapy with a special interest in schema therapy, I am happy to support you in identifying and changing dysfunctional behaviour patterns.
Rozalina Petkova
Counsellor
Berlin, Germany
As an English speaking therapist, my practice is mainly online based. I work with clients all over the world, which requires a great levels of flexibility. In my work I combine CBT with Positive and Schema therapy.
Marina Winkler
Psychologist & Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy
Wyk auf Föhr, Germany
As a psychologist (M.Sc.), I work with individuals and couples. My focus: trauma, stress and burnout, anxiety, neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, high sensitivity), attachment and relationship patterns, self-esteem.
Russian/English speaking.
I see and accept you as Unique Person living his own Unique Life and Way, having strengths and weaknesses, which sometimes needs help and support. I'll do my best to help you on your way.
Sabrina Torres
Psychotherapist & Psychoanalyst
Vienna, Austria
Psychotherapie ist für mich ein individueller Prozess auf den wir uns gemeinsam einlassen. Ich begleite Menschen bei ihren Herausforderungen sowohl Online, als auch in meiner Praxis in Wien.
Dr John Sorensen
Clinical Psychologist
Tarporley, United Kingdom
Bilingual English/Danish speaking Psychologist based in the UK. I have extensive experience of providing a range of therapies to help alleviate the full range of mental health & other problems across the life-span.
Anja Marković
Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Belgrade, Serbia
In my professional approach I am dedicated to providing psychological support to adults who seek deeper meaning while addressing personal challenges and internal conflicts in their daily lives.
Kamilla Lurie
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist
Copenhagen, Denmark
Psychoanalytic psychotherapist with many years of experience. I work with adults facing relationship difficulties, anxiety, loneliness, loss, questions of identity and belonging, or a sense of being stuck.
Cruz Ledro Henriques
Clinical Psychologist
Dublin, Ireland
I strive to create a space where each person feels truly heard, seen, and respected, allowing them to feel safe and free to explore whatever they wish to understand or work through.
Gabriela Molitor
Psychologist
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Through my work, I've witnessed transformation, deep vulnerability, and people finding new meaning and purpose. That's why I do this work, and meet every client with deep respect for their lived experience.
Swantje Rummel
Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Couples Therapist
Berlin, Germany
I’m Heilpraktikerin for Psychotherapy, a systemic couple and family therapist, and a coach.
Put differently: I support people in navigating their relationships— with themselves, within their partnerships and families.
Kahturah Hodsman-Ferguson
Integrative Psychotherapist & Psychotherapist
London, United Kingdom
I’m an English speaking psychotherapist from Canada, offering confidential online sessions. I’m here to support you in exploring the areas of your life you want to focus on. Your enquiry into working together is welcome!
Alon Dinur
Couples Therapist & Psychologist
Berlin, Germany
I am an experienced Psychologist, working with Couples (Multicultural), Individuals, and Parents. I work in Berlin (and online) in private practice with a focus on multicultural backgrounds and relationships
Anke Radeschewski-Colombo
Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Systemic Coach
Munich, Germany
Meine Leidenschaft ist es, Sie dabei zu unterstützen, sich selbst und Ihre besten Seiten zu entdecken, zu entfalten und zu leben.
Unkompliziert, wirksam, nachhaltig und professionell.
Maxim Morozkin
Counsellor & Life Coach
Ottawa, Canada
Hi, I’m Max, a licensed Canadian counsellor. I offer online sessions in Russian and English for expats in Europe. Having lived abroad myself, I understand the stress of navigating life in a new country.
Athina Skondra
Psychologist
Athens, Greece
I am a Greek Psychologist - Psychotherapist specialised in Cognitive Analytic Therapy and Relational Psychoanalysis. I work with adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties.
Nikolas Pediotidis
Psychologist
Amsterdam, Netherlands
I help young adults and professionals who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. Together we work toward greater awareness, clarity and a more intentional way of living.
Julie Haas
Psychologist
Prague, Czechia
Native English-speaking therapist and fellow expat. I help high-functioning people struggling with anxiety, overthinking and perfectionism using practical CBT tools, IFS, and a mind–body approach.
Robert Ian Kibet Ouko Babu
Person-Centred Counsellor
Athens, Greece
My approach is open and respectful, providing a safe and supportive space where clients are truly heard and can explore their concerns at a pace that feels comfortable to them.
Rae Fuqua
Sex Therapist & Couples Therapist
Aurora, United States
I'm a Black and Queer therapist that is passionate about supporting expats in their journey to establishing a new home: both physically and within themselves
Irina Fateeva
Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Gestalt Therapist
Berlin, Germany
Licensed Psychotherapy Practitioner. I help people navigate anxiety, burnout, and life transitions with compassionate support—so they can regain clarity, balance, and a sense of control.
Lynn Clemens
Psychologist
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Do you feel stuck, misunderstood, or overwhelmed? At times it can feel like our emotions hold us back from living the life we want. Together we work on reconnecting you with your values so that you can regain control.
Bouchra Arbaoui
Jungian Psychoanalyst
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Jungian Therapist in Amsterdam. I help in your process to become who you are. I help you to change meaningless life and/or depression, relationship problems, cultural/gender identity, emotional instability and trauma.
In 2019, two therapists set out to tackle a complicated problem.
One does not have to be a therapist to realise that life is complicated. But finding the right therapist, with whom you can build a strong alliance, doesn't have to be. This is the founding principle of It's Complicated, a global network of 2,500+ therapists on a mission to build the world's most sustainable therapy platform.A few years in, we've helped tens of thousands of clients and counting, and built thriving therapy communities in major European cities such as Berlin, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Lisbon, and Vienna.
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