Nienke is a registered psychologist with a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Clinical Developmental Psychology from the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

She considers herself an open, honest, and transparent therapist, dedicated to creating a warm, respectful, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Nienke is passionate about supporting her clients in coping with difficulties and building lives aligned with their values, hopes, and dreams.

Nienke has experience in both the public and private sectors in Europe and Australia. She works with children, adolescents, their families, and (young) adults, with a particular interest in helping adolescents and (young) adults dealing with trauma, such as PTSD. She is also well-trained in assisting children and adults with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Nienke employs a variety of evidence-based interventions, primarily trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused treatment EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness. She is passionate about flexibly implementing interventions from different approaches to find the right fit for each client. Nienke can also offer therapy sessions in Dutch.

Nienke loves soaking up the sun at the beach, playing tennis, diving into a good book, enjoying dinners with friends, and taking road trips to explore Australia’s stunning nature.