Professional support with clarity and compassion.
Psychological support grounded in careful listening, shared understanding and evidence-informed practice.
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Psychology studies at Utrecht University and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
LanguagesSessions are available in Dutch and English.
FormatPrivate psychological support for adults, provided online.
A psychologist who wants you to understand the process.
I am Max Verstappen, a psychologist with a master’s-level education in psychology. My experience includes supporting adults with panic, anxiety, avoidance and trauma-related difficulties.
Good psychological support should not feel mysterious. I aim to create a calm and collaborative setting in which we can understand what is happening, decide what you would like to change and work towards focused goals together.
Careful, transparent and collaborative.
We begin by clarifying what you are experiencing, what may be maintaining it and what you would like to change. From there, we agree on a focused way of working.
Understand the pattern
We map the situations, thoughts, emotions, physical responses and behaviours that matter in your daily life.
Choose an approach
Methods are selected for your situation and explained in plain language, so you know why we are using them.
Evaluate together
We regularly discuss whether the work remains useful and adjust the focus when that is needed.
“Clarity begins with understanding.”
A guiding principle for psychological work
Evidence-informed work, selected with care.
Depending on the assessment and your goals, the work may draw on cognitive behavioural methods, EMDR and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
What I commonly support
- Panic attacks and fear of physical sensations
- Persistent worry and social anxiety
- Avoidance that is increasingly limiting daily life
- Distressing memories and trauma-related responses
A clear professional process
- A careful initial exploration of your difficulties and goals
- Transparent explanations of the proposed approach
- Goals agreed together
- Regular evaluation of progress and suitability
A first conversation also considers suitability.
This practice does not provide emergency or crisis care. Psychological support begins only after we have discussed your needs and agreed that this practice is an appropriate setting. If another form of care appears more suitable, I will explain that honestly and help you consider an appropriate next step.
Would you like to explore whether working together could fit?
You are welcome to send a brief question or ask about an initial consultation.