Psychotherapy Nijmegen
It may happen that you encounter things within yourself that you are unable to deal with in the way you truly want. When this continues for some time, it can have a significant impact on your sense of freedom and joy in life—so much so that you may feel stuck. Psychotherapy can help you reconnect with your strength and find a way forward, so you can continue your life again.
psychotherapy for which issues
The psychotherapy offered by the psychotherapy practice of Wilbert Derks helps address a variety of issues, such as:
- insecurity
- burnout
- stress
- grief and bereavement
- anxiety complaints
- low mood, depression
- negative self-image
- relationship problems
- conflicts with others in private life or at work
- parenting difficulties
- inner conflicts
- identity crisis / existential questions / meaning
- attention training
- dealing with boundaries
- internal blockages
- various other complaints
You likely want to bring about change, but it may feel as though it just isn’t working. In my practice for psychotherapy, relationship therapy and coaching, I offer two forms of psychotherapy, each effective in its own way: integrative psychotherapy and ACT.
integrative psychotherapy
Could you use some support so you can achieve what you want? With integrative psychotherapy, you regain control over your life. You are much more than your complaint, even if it may not feel that way right now. We work together so that you can detach from your complaint and address it. You move from complaint to strength, after which you can continue on your own and regain a sense of control in your life.
Integrative psychotherapy is a contemporary form of short-term psychotherapy. It has its roots in all major therapeutic traditions and integrates elements from each of them.
The starting point of integrative psychotherapy is that every person already possesses the tools needed to overcome difficulties, grow and heal. Through this therapy, you rediscover and activate this self-healing capacity to actively and concretely regain control over your life. So that your complaint no longer burdens you. In my experience, most people I work with need around four to twelve sessions to continue independently.
You are much more than your complaint, even if you may not experience it that way right now.
Integrative psychotherapy views the person as a whole. You, as a unique individual, are central—with everything that makes you who you are: your thoughts, your spirituality, your body, your emotions, your behaviour and your relationships with others. All these aspects can be used when needed to strengthen you so that you can deal with your complaint in the way you want. I trust in your capacity to change.
The work may consist of conversations, imagery, relaxation exercises, cognitive (behavioural) therapy, body-oriented work, visualisations… exactly what fits you and your process of change.
ACT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, is a form of cognitive behavioural therapy. This form of psychotherapy focuses on changing the way you relate to painful or uncomfortable life experiences. It may be that the way you currently deal with them unintentionally increases your suffering. The therapy helps you gradually accept that life does not always unfold as pleasantly or easily as you would like, and helps reduce your suffering. This allows you to experience more joy in life despite everything, by relating differently to what comes your way. With attention to what is present and what truly matters to you, you can stand more firmly in your life. Does this appeal to you?
intake session psychotherapy
During the intake session, we get to know each other. Your question for help and your complaint are discussed, as well as the goal you want to achieve with psychotherapy. I explain how integrative psychotherapy or ACT can support you. We also begin working right away so that you can take a first step towards more calm, strength and freedom.
If you wish to continue with me, we schedule a follow-up appointment.
Would you like to know more about integrative psychotherapy or ACT? Feel free to send a message via the contact form or call me at 06-20218926.
