About me

I am Jessica Tjon-Ka-Jie. I graduated in 2017 from the Leiden University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. In addition to working in a highly specialized department within mental health care (GGZ), I enjoy supporting clients in my own private practice.

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This is my vision on therapy and approach

I started my own practice to offer therapy in the way it’s meant for clients: a treatment process tailored to the client’s specific needs and personal situation, as well as the (expected) effectiveness of the treatment. With eight years of experience applying the most widely used therapeutic methods, I am able to tailor the process without unnecessary changes in therapists. In addition, I aim to keep care as free as possible from rules and obligations imposed by external parties that could affect the quality of therapy.

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With this approach, therapy remains a process in which you continually adapt your knowledge and skills to what presents itself—so that you feel resilient enough to decide for yourself when it’s time to conclude. In my own experience (both in giving and receiving therapy), this leads to more sustainable results.

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Clients describe my approach as equal, patient, and analytical. My strength lies in identifying the patterns underlying (recurring) complaints, so we can address the core of the issue. From these insights, we work together to build a healthy mindset and find solutions that fit you.

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These are the extra courses I've taken​​

• Diagnostics and treatment of ADHD in adults and DIVA-5 course (2015 and 2022)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (basics, 2018)

• EMDR (basics and advanced, 2018) and Imaginary Exposure (2017 and 2018)

• Schema therapy (basics and advanced, 2020 and 2021)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (basics and advanced, 2021 and 2025)

• Interpersonal Psychotherapy (2021)

• VERS I (2022)

• Working culturally sensitive (2016)

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Psychologist NIP® and LinkedIn

As a Psychologist NIP®, I am affiliated with the Dutch Institute of Psychologists (NIP). This title guarantees the quality of my work as a psychologist. You can find more information about this on this page. Find me on LinkedIn

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