Dilya

English and Russian speaking therapy and coaching /​ individual and couples counselling

Welcome

Hello, I'm Dilya, a relationship/couples therapist and gestalt holistic counsellor with PhD and diverse international background. Born in Russia to a Bashkir-Tatar family, my journey brought me to the Netherlands at 25, where I first established my scientific career and subsequently completed a rigorous 5-year professional psychotherapy training in Ukraine.

My genuine curiosity about people deeply motivates me to understand their unique stories. If you're navigating challenging times or feeling lost, I offer compassionate counselling for individuals and couples, focusing on guiding you towards clarity, helping you discover your path, and ultimately supporting you in feeling better.

I am particularly passionate about working with relationships, couple issues, dating hurdles, sexuality, and life challenges faced by expats. Having personal experience with anxiety, stress, depression, and burnout, I offer compassionate support to help you find a way forward.

I provide counselling in Russian, English, and Dutch. Taking the first step is easy with a free 25-minute online consultation. There's no waiting list, and no referral is necessary. You can expect an individual approach, with evening appointments available for your convenience. Free introcall days are on June 4 & 9, message to book your spot. The next free face-to-face intake will be on June 8 & 12 in Maastricht, message to book. NB: couples are advised to book a discovery call for couples (25 min) or couples therapy intake (90 min)

My path to therapy is unique. Shaped by my background in science (biology/medicine) and experience within a multinational, cross-cultural corporation, coupled with my own transformative journey through psychotherapy and extensive professional training, I offer a perspective that blends analytical understanding with deep empathy and respect for your individual background. My natural curiosity drives me to truly understand and connect with the people I work with.

P.S. Русскоговорящий психолог в Голландии. Українську я добре розумію, але розмовляю трохи.
Приглашаю индивидуальных клиентов на бесплатный видеозвонок-знакомство +/- 20 минут. Пары приглашаю на короткий ознакомительный звонок discovery call 30 мин или на расширенный интейк 90 мин, цены смотрите в графе Fees. Запись через форму Send a message.

My Vision

Therapy for me is about (re)creating connections: with yourself, with others, and with life. I help you become more compassionate towards yourself and your loved ones, and find a healthy balance between being yourself while still engaged and connected with others. If you feel stuck or overwhelmed, therapy offers a safe space to reflect, gain clarity, and empowers you to make decisions about how to move forward.

My Approach
I see therapy as your unique personal journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you, illuminating the path in different directions. I can help you explore and articulate the questions that lie at the heart of your difficulties. Often, the very act of asking the right questions can bring new perspectives and hold the seeds of your own answers. To address your individual needs, I draw upon a range of effective therapeutic approaches, including gestalt therapy, relational dialogue, body-oriented work, trauma therapy, dreamwork, art therapy, and experiements.
 

Active Principle and Transformation

Creating a safe and empathetic atmosphere where you can feel truly at ease is my priority. Once we know each other and you feel safe, I may encourage you to explore new ways of dialogue and communication within our therapeutic relationship. This personal dialogue can be deeply healing, reconnecting you to profound feelings of being accepted and good enough, and freeing you from self-judgment and guilt. I invite you to take that courageous step towards being true to yourself and experience the healing power of connection in the "here and now."


The Wisdom of the Body

I believe our deepest needs and feelings are often expressed through our physical sensations. Think about what you feel when you are hungry and instinctively look for food. The same inherent wisdom guides us in understanding our emotional and relational needs, which are also often felt physically.

Your body holds the narrative of your life experiences. In our sessions, I will invite you to pay attention to how your body experiences and expresses itself, what messages it conveys, and how you currently deal with these sensations. Together, we can explore how you might choose to relate to them differently. This awareness of your body is a natural resource for better understanding yourself, allowing you to translate these insights into self-acceptance, communication, and action.

Embodiment Coaching
A powerful and accelerated approach that taps into the body's innate wisdom through specific awareness and empowerment techniques. Unlike purely cognitive approaches, it utilizes specific techniques to bring awareness to physical sensations, movements, and postures, revealing deeply held patterns and beliefs that may be unconscious. Together we'll find a way how to make changes and reach your goals. By learning to listen to and interpret these bodily signals, you can gain profound insights that empower you to move forward with your requests and cultivate a more authentic and empowered sense of self.

A Little About Me

When I'm not working as a therapist, I enjoy the simple things: good food, listening to a wide range of music (from metal and jazz to current genres), and watching films and series. I'm also genuinely curious about different countries, cultures, art, languages, and what makes people who they are. I love travelling to sunny countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece. I love humour and like to feel cheerful, I think a little laughter can make things easier.
 

On the personal side, I'm a mother to a teenager, a co-parent, and I'm with a lovely partner. There is always hope for a better life.

If you want to know more or make an appointment, feel free to contact me via the Send a message - button.

Dilya