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Performance anxiety counselling & therapy in the Netherlands

Performance anxiety involves feeling intense pressure or fear in situations where you are expected to perform, such as at work, during presentations, or in social settings.

 

You may experience physical symptoms, self-doubt, or fear of making mistakes.

 

Therapy can help you understand the underlying causes of performance anxiety and develop strategies to manage it. Approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy can help reduce anxiety and build confidence.

 

On this page, you’ll find English-speaking therapists in the Netherlands who offer support for performance anxiety and related challenges.

 

You can explore the profiles below to find a therapist who matches your needs and contact them directly.

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Maastricht
Roserije 410
6228DN Maastricht
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Review: “I would definitely recommend her”
Hi, I'm Dilya, a therapist and counsellor based in Maastricht, offering services in Russian, English, and Dutch. As an expat myself, I have a deep understanding of the challenges that come with expat life. If you're navigating a crisis or feeling stuck, I provide counselling for individuals and couples to help you find your way forward an...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Emigration •
  • Anxiety and panic attacks •
  • Relathionship & couples
Hilversum
Juliusstraat 12
1223EN Hilversum
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Review: “I trust her as a therapist”
Sometimes you can lose the connection with yourself. You run into the same problems over and over again in your work, your health, your relationship or your family. You want to change, but you don't know how to do it differently. In my practice, I’ll teach you to look at your patterns and obstacles with understanding and empathy and deter...
  • Performance anxiety
Den Haag
Frankenslag 139
2582 HJ Den Haag
Online also
My specialties include IBS, trauma, stress, self-reinforcement and fears and phobias. Clients give me 5 stars. Questions, email me and I'll call you! As a therapist, I am here for your request for help. Together we will look for the solution. With hypnotherapy we go to the core in just a few sessions. In hypnosis (trance) you get closer t...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • IBS •
  • Improve self image •
  • Trauma processing
Haarlem
Zaanenstraat 18
2022 CP Haarlem
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Review: “Thank you Chris for your wonderful support!”
Do you long for a relationship in which you feel close and live your potential? In which you feel loved, supported and share your responsibility for creating a loving relationship? In which you can discuss sensitive issues with each other without endless fights? Do you want to regain trust in each other after infidelity? And want to rev...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • emotion regulation •
  • anxiety •
  • grief
Den Bosch
126 Onderwijsboulevard
5223 DH Den Bosch
Online also
If you are looking for an experienced and recognized therapist / coach, then you are at the right place with me. Usually, an appointment can be made within two weeks - there is no waiting list - and we start the first session with an insightful conversation where we get to know each other. The practice in Den Bosch is centrally located ...
  • Performance anxiety
Rotterdam
Peppelweg 46 C
3052 GL Rotterdam
Online also
Sometimes life gets stuck—in your relationship, your family, or within yourself. Change starts with self-awareness. As a Psychosocial and Gestalt Therapist, I help you gain clarity and take steps toward growth and healing. With a background in corporate coaching and training, I combine therapeutic methods like EFT, CBT, and body-focused w...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Couples Therapy •
  • Depression •
  • Systematic Therapy
The Hague
Laan van meerdervoort 538A
2563 BL The Hague
Online also
I am a integrative therapist/psychologist. I think life can be hard (sometimes). Therapy or counselling can help you to get unstuck.
  • Performance anxiety
Amsterdam
Reijnier vinkeleskade 9 1
1071 SP Amsterdam
Online also
Experienced relationship therapist and coach based in Amsterdam. No waiting list. EFT relationship therapy, EMDR trauma therapy, PESSO body based therapy and coaching.
  • Performance anxiety
Haarlem
Zaanenstraat 18 18
2103 VP Haarlem
Online also
Review: “I'm so glad we came!”
Are you an english speaking person, juggling with the stress of life? Feeling unbalanced, stressed, easily triggered? Maybe there are cultural issues bothering you. Or you tend to overthink or overeat or have other addiction driven behavior. I see all forms of addiction as a way of coping with feelings.
  • Performance anxiety
Amsterdam
Anitllenstraat 43
1058 GZ Amsterdam
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Review: “Highly recommended to talk with Nicky”
Are you looking to live life to the fullest, boost your confidence, increase energy levels, connect with your emotions, or seek guidance for the next steps in your life or career? Together, we'll delve into your intrusive thoughts, the emotions that are linked to those thoughts, coping strategies, physical symptoms, secondary gains, core ...
  • Performance anxiety
The Hague
Parkstraat 22
2514 JK The Hague
Online also
Hi, I am İlkim, a licensed psychologist based in the Hague, Netherlands. As someone who is international in the Netherlands I know the unique mental health challenges this brings. I strongly believe therapy can support us in navigating through the waves of life by enhancing our psychological resilience. By cultivating resilience we go be...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Expat •
  • Trauma •
  • Perfectionism
Zoetermeer
Dublinstraat 46
2713 HS Zoetermeer
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"A life-changing experience inspired me to start this group practice, driven by a deep passion to support people through a wide range of mental and emotional struggles—towards growth, grip, and meaningful change. Because sometimes, we all need a little help in having a good conversation with ourselves."
  • Performance anxiety
Amsterdam
Keizersgracht 394
1016 DV Amsterdam
Online also
I am an english and greek-speaking Psychologist in Amsterdam, offering both online and in-person therapy to adults, families and couples. I am an expat psychologist with a passion for warmth, acceptance, and empowerment. My goal is to help you develop self-awareness, resilience, and agency, so that you can move toward personal growth and...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Relationships/ Attachment •
  • Self-esteem •
  • Polyamory/ ENM
Soest
Albert Cuyplaan 59
3764TP Soest
Online also
My name is Carolina, and I work as an integrative hypnotherapist. In addition to hypnotherapy, I also work with IEMT, EMDR and IOPT (intention method). I offer individual therapy sessions. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, addictions, trauma, unexplained physical symptoms, or other challenges in your life, I believe in the p...
  • Performance anxiety
Vinkeveen
Herenweg 214
3645 DW Vinkeveen
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Review: “I feel supported, understood, and encouraged”
Looking for support with stress, burnout, anxiety or career-related issues? You are warmly welcome at Lunova Psychology Practice in Vinkeveen, near Amsterdam. I offer tailored support and have extensive experience supporting international clients and expats. Together, we explore your needs and choose the right approach. I use talking ther...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Career/work related issues •
  • Burnout/ stress •
  • Anxiety
Haarlem
Wagenweg 252
2012 NP Haarlem
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Review: “I couldn’t recommend her more highly”
I’m Nataliya Redina, a NIP® Psychologist offering support to expatriates, couples, and international individuals in The Hague, Haarlem, and throughout the Netherlands. I provide therapy in English, Greek, and Russian, with sessions available in person at offices in The Hague and Haarlem, or online for flexible access.
  • Performance anxiety
Zoetermeer
Dublinstraat 46
2717 HS Zoetermeer
Online also
Sjoerd is an empathic, intuitive & pragmatic therapist with a background in writing and copywriting. He is well experienced to help you 'rewrite your story.' You might not realise it yet, but your unconscious mind holds a powerful ability to support healing and personal growth. My role is to help you connect with that inner strength—right...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Grief & loss •
  • Codependency •
  • Depression
Zoetermeer
Dublinstraat 46
2717 HS Zoetermeer
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As a psychosocial therapist, systemic family coach, video home trainer and trainer, I work in an integrative and experiential way. I look at all parts of a person and their context: emotions, thoughts, behaviour, the body, and the relationships and systems people are part of. These elements are connected and influence both the difficultie...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Grief & loss •
  • Codependency •
  • Depression
Zoetermeer
Dublinstraat 46
2717 HS Zoetermeer
Online also
As an integrative therapist, relationship therapist, EMDR therapist and coach, I offer a holistic approach that looks at all parts of a person: feelings, thoughts, actions, but also the physical, social and spiritual side. These parts are connected and play a role in both problems and solutions. That is why I focus on the whole person, no...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Trauma issues •
  • Grief counseling •
  • Relationship therapy
Seranie - Coaching - Counselling

Seranie | Coaching - Counselling

  • Dutch
  • English
  • Papiamentu
Zoetermeer
Dublinstraat 46
2713 HS Zoetermeer
Online also
Life brings new challenges at every stage. Most of the time, you find your own way forward. But sometimes, you get stuck — again and again. What now? What’s next? Seranie is an integrative coach & counselor, and a therapist-in-training. She also has personal experience with healing and change. With warmth, curiosity and empathy, she meet...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Self image •
  • Anxiety related issues •
  • Intergenerational trauma
Veghel
Dasseweide 8
5467 MC Veghel
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My name is Dorien and I am a psychosocial therapist. You can come to me for both individual therapy and couples therapy. This includes issues such as loss and grief, burnout, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, and assertiveness. I work in a person-centered manner and use techniques such as focusing, mindfulness, and Acceptance and C...
  • Performance anxiety
Oosthuizen
Seevancksweg 46
1474HD Oosthuizen
Psychosocial therapy, hypnotherapy and EMDR for anxiety, trauma, stress and emotional challenges. A warm, personal and confidential practice in Oosthuizen, offering sessions in English and Dutch. Easily accessible from Hoorn, Purmerend, Volendam, Edam, Alkmaar and Amsterdam, with ample free parking. Sessions are tailored to your individua...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Trauma •
  • anxiety & phobias •
  • burnout
Den Haag
Parkstraat 22
Den Haag
Online also
Hi, I am a Licensed Psychologist (NIP) and Integrative Psychotherapist (i.t.) who listens deeply. We are all lost and pain sometimes. Here is a respectful and non-judgmental place to hold pain, bring clarity and work through old patterns that no longer serve you, reconnect with your authenticity, resilience, and foster relationships that ...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety •
  • Expat life •
  • Trauma
Nijmegen
Hofstraat 25
Nijmegen
Online also
My name is Jacqueline. I'm a registered psychologist, therapist and coach in Nijmegen. I offer short-term person-centered, experiential and solution focused therapy and coaching for a variety of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem, burnout or stress.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety •
  • Depression •
  • Eating problems
Groningen
Damsterkade 9
9711SE Groningen
Online also
Support tailored to your personal or professional questions, from short-term or longer-term psychological support to working through a specific coaching question. I specialize in Strategic Coaching and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) I also work with CBT-protocols, mindfulness, and body-oriented methods. I have extensive experienc...
  • Performance anxiety
Rotterdam
Weena 70
3012CM Rotterdam
Online also
I am a Licensed Psychologist specializing in mental health, relationships, sexuality, LGBTQIA+ identities, and cross-cultural challenges. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy with a humanistic approach to help you heal, grow, and build meaningful connections. Languages: English, German, Dutch.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • anxiety •
  • depression •
  • trauma
Den Bosch
Stationsplein 91
5211 BM Den Bosch
Online also
Personal, focused psychological care for adults (18+). As an English‑speaking GZ‑psychologist in ’s‑Hertogenbosch, I offer short‑term therapy, EMDR and support for anxiety, trauma, mood difficulties and recurring patterns. I currently do not have a waiting list.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Trauma •
  • Personality traits •
  • Interpersonal difficulties
Jiri - Psychologist

Jiri | Psychologist

  • Dutch
  • English
  • Spanish
Groningen
Brugstraat 7a
9712 AA Groningen
Online also
Do you end up using the same disfunctional paterns over and over again? Are negative feelings popping up all the time? Then you are more then welcome in my practice. I practice IFS, EMDR and CBT, but also use body focussing techniques stemming from, for example, mindfulness and yoga.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • IFS •
  • EMDR/trauma •
  • CBT
Amersfoort
Muurhuizen 30
3811EJ Amersfoort
Online also
You take the biggest steps in life when you feel it's a necessity. You get stuck, something impactful happens to you or you end up in a crisis for some other reason. Or you've been struggling for a while and end up thinking: this is it, something needs to change. Could you use some help in finding your way forward? Feel free to contact me...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Non-monogamy, polyamory •
  • Sensitivity •
  • Anxiety
Den Haag
Eisenhowerlaan 114
2517 KM Den Haag
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Yoga Therapy, Emotional Therapy, Emotional Development, Personal development, Jungian Coaching, Depth psychology, Mindfulness, Breathwork, Psychosomatic Healing, Internal Family Systems, Intuitive, ACT, Somatic Experiencing, Den Haag, The Hague, Experienced Therapist, Psychotherapy, Consciousness integration, Spiritual mentor.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Complex trauma •
  • Depression /Anxiety •
  • Women's Health / Hormonal
Breda
Moskesbaan 8
4823 AH Breda
Online also
Hello, my name is Nicolette and I would like to help you. I am a counselor, Psychologist and Relationship Therapist. You can come to me with a diversity of problems. I don't think anything is strange or weird. You are welcome to talk about the things that are of concern for you.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Psychological problems •
  • Relation problems •
  • Familie problems
Eindhoven
Torenallee 20
5617BC Eindhoven
Online also
Welcome to our psychology practice, located in the city centre of Eindhoven at Strijp-S. Ineke and Rebekah are both Psychologists and Couple therapists, they are here to help you with all kinds of questions and problems.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Burnout •
  • Couple counseling •
  • Couple therapy
Amsterdam
Korte De Wittenstraat 21
1052DG Amsterdam
Online also
Most of the time you can take care of yourself just fine. But sometimes you can be in a place where you don't have the space or clarity to figure it all out by yourself. Then it can be useful to talk to a therapist. It can speed up the process because the sessions help you gain new insights more quickly and act on them. I work with proven...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Trauma •
  • Stress, burnout •
  • Couples counselling
Amsterdam
Middenweg 335
1098 VC Amsterdam
Online also
Improve your self-esteem, reduce anxiety and reduce stress. Overcome challenges at work or in your relationships. Heal from (childhood) traumas. I offer integrative hypnotherapy, psychosocial therapy, EMDR and EFT (emotional freedom techniques) supporting expats living in The Netherlands to improve their quality of life. Contact me for ...
  • Performance anxiety
Maastricht
Bredestraat 1C
6211 HA Maastricht
Online also
Psychologist accredited by NIP (Netherlands), offering individual & couples therapy online and in Maastricht, in English & Romanian. I specialise in relationship difficulties and understanding patterns (Schema Therapy), anxiety and overthinking (starting with nervous system regulation), then working deeper with CBT, ACT & Schema Therapy. ...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety & Emotional Overwhelm •
  • Overthinking & Mental Fatigue •
  • Stress & Burnout
Nijmegen
23 St Agnetenweg A
6545 AS Nijmegen
Being an experienced therapist, I offer psychotherapy in Nijmegen (also in French). I will help you to deal with your complaint(s) and regain control over your life. Currently no waiting list.
  • Performance anxiety
Stiens
Trijehoeksdyk 14
9051 LA Stiens
Online also
I am a psychodynamic therapist helping expats and English-speaking clients overcome anxiety, trauma, stress relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, the effects of narcissistic abuse and other difficulties in life. Using a warm, personal, and tailored approach, I combine psychodynamic therapy with evidence-informed methods to ...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Personal Development •
  • Anxiety •
  • Low Self-Esteem
Jan - Psychotherapy

Jan | Psychotherapy

  • Dutch
  • English
  • German
Arnhem
Meander 251
6825 MC Arnhem
Online also
Review: “Very happy and thankful for all treatment.”
I pay attention to you as a developing human being. I strive for you to live your life as fully as possible, as powerfully as possible - given your values and talents.
  • Performance anxiety
Pauline - Psychologist

Pauline | Psychologist

  • Dutch
  • English
  • German
De Wijk
De Vos van Steenwijkstraat 62
7957BH De Wijk
My name is Pauline. I am a licensed psychologist and have extensive experience in mental health care. My work is based on In addition to insightful conversations, I work with mindful attention and body-oriented exercises. Awareness is the first step to change. You can come to my practice for individual therapy, relationship training to im...
  • Performance anxiety
Amsterdam
Annabellaweg 63
1036KR Amsterdam
Online also
I am a registered psychosocial therapist, developmental psychologist, and Infant Mental Health (IMH) specialist with over 20 years of experience supporting children, adults, couples, and families. My work focuses on life transitions, relationships, parenthood, and emotional wellbeing. Together, we explore the pieces of your life story to ...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • motherhood •
  • fatherhood •
  • Fertility
Zutphen
Hanzeweg 6
7202 CG Zutphen
Online also
Every person is unique. That includes you—embrace your individuality and know that you are already good enough! My name is Démi, and I work as a psychologist in my own private practice. Do you feel like you are stuck? Through individual cognitive behavioral therapy or EMDR, we can work together to help you find your way back to yourself.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy •
  • Traumatherapy / EMDR
Maastricht
Bredestraat 1C
6211 HA Maastricht
Online also
Hi, my name is Andrei-Raul. I am a NIP Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist (COPSI - Romania), and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (CBT). I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, and life challenges develop practical skills to feel better and live more fulfilling, value-driven lives. Together, we work on managing dif...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety & Depression •
  • Life transitions •
  • Emotional regulation
Leiden
Breetstraat 81
2311CK Leiden
Online also
English-language teletherapy for expats and internationals in the Netherlands. I bring a depth-oriented, existential approach to the challenges that come with building a life far from home — anxiety, disconnection, identity, and the complicated feelings that can come with leaving. American, Leiden-based, and accepting new clients.
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety •
  • Depression •
  • Expat therapy
Antwerpen
12A Sergeyselsstraat - Borgerhout
2140 Antwerpen
Online also
You can come to me if you are looking for help with: * Choices in work and private life * transgressive behaviour * Stress and burnout * Fears and insecurities * Relationships (monogamous and non-monogamous)
  • Performance anxiety
Utrecht
Maliebaan 82
3581 CW Utrecht
Online also
You can come to me if you are looking for help with: * Choices in work and private life * transgressive behaviour * Stress and burnout * Fears and insecurities * Relationships (monogamous and non-monogamous)
  • Performance anxiety
Lelystad
Beemster
8244CE Lelystad
Online also
I care about Mental Health as well as understand that personal struggles have an impact on our emotional and psychological well-being. In other words, "how you feel about yourself on an individual basis matters to mental health" My experience as a counselling psychologist has made me understand that; "there is no right way to see and e...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety GAD •
  • Work Place Depression •
  • Cultural problems
Hobrede
Oud-Raeffeldamweg 2
1477 EG Hobrede
Do you feel stressed or do you have feelings of fear? Or are you stuck in a trauma or personal loss? Or do you face certain problems at work that you cannot handle any longer? My ambition is to understand your story and support you to deal with what has happened to you. Together we increase your self-awareness, competences and self-confid...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Anxiety •
  • Stress & Burnout •
  • Self confidence
Wageningen
Generaal Foulkesweg 2A
6703 BR Wageningen
Online also
English spoken therapy/coaching/counselling for international adults and young adults in Wageningen. Do you get overwhelmed easily , overthink too much, feel too stressed or would you like to feel better about yourself? My name is Annet and as a psychosocial therapist I love working with people from different nationalities and background...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • High sensitivity •
  • Stress •
  • Inner child work / trauma
Tilburg
Marlestraat 34
5045EL Tilburg
Online also
Hi everyone, glad to get the chance to introduce myself. I'm Marcella, married to Debby and living with her two kids Finn en Daantje and our frenchie Happy. We're blessed with the fact that we can combine work with taking care of eachother. Our passion: really seeing people, making contact and listening onconditionally. We believe that we...
  • Performance anxiety
Nicolette - Therapist

Nicolette | Therapist

  • Dutch
  • English
  • German
Spijkenisse
Kalmoesdreef 29
3204 GH Spijkenisse
Suffering from stress, burn-out, anxiety, panic attacks or breathing problems? The cause often lies in your breathing — and that's exactly where we start. Using measurement equipment we make your breathing visible and teach you techniques that have immediate effect. No standard programme, but a tailored approach. Practice in Spijkeni...
  • Performance anxiety •
  • Breathing therapy •
  • Stress therapy •
  • anxiety and panic
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Frequently asked questions

  1. What is performance anxiety?

    Performance anxiety is the fear of performing poorly in situations such as work, presentations, or exams.

  2. Why do expats experience performance anxiety?

    Working in a new language or culture can increase pressure and self-doubt.

  3. How can therapy help with performance anxiety?

    Therapy can help you manage stress, build confidence, and improve performance