Relationship therapy at Praktijk de Liefde: warm, humane and effective

Our approach is scientifically based and conducted by highly trained, registered NVRG therapists, experts in relationship and systemic therapy as well as EFT. Our unique approach integrates cognitive insights, emotional connection and physical intimacy to deepen and strengthen relationships.

As the only practice in the Netherlands with such a strong specialization in systemic therapy, we combine scientific foundations with an integrative approach. This approach not only offers excellent quality, but has proven to be extremely effective in restoring loving connections and strengthening relationships.

With just 4 to 8 sessions, we often achieve lasting improvement in relationships by restoring connection and making conscious choices. You can come to us immediately, with no waiting list.

Are you arguing more and more often? Do conversations get bogged down and sometimes escalate? Do you miss the intimacy of the past? Are there doubts about continuing together or do you want to be together but don't know how? The therapists at Praktijk de Liefde help you step by step through this process.

In relationship therapy

In relationship therapy, you will work together to break old patterns that may have long played a role in your relationship. By developing a greater understanding of each other and being open to each other’s perspectives, the foundation of your relationship is strengthened. In addition to improving intimacy and sexuality, you will learn to communicate better and address conflict in a constructive way.

Therapy provides a safe space to go deeper into what you really need, both as partners and as individuals. This not only grows the connection between you, but also creates space for personal growth and independence, allowing you to support each other without losing yourselves.

This helps you not only to overcome obstacles, but also to lay a solid foundation for a loving relationship in which respect, support, and a deep connection are central.

Key themes

In couples therapy, we focus on aspects that strengthen your relationship:

  • Communication: Effective skills to really hear and understand each other, even in difficult moments.
  • Emotional connection: Deepening through vulnerability and understanding each other’s feelings and needs.
  • Intimacy and sexuality: Strengthening physical and emotional closeness, with room for trust, desire and a healthy sexual relationship.
  • Openness: Promote honesty and transparency for greater safety and trust.
  • Internal reflection: Understanding how thoughts and emotions influence your behavior.
  • Ownership: Awareness of your personal patterns and responsibility for growth.

Effective couples therapy: systemic approach

Our approach is scientifically based and provided by highly trained, registered NVRG therapists, the professional association for systemic therapists in the Netherlands.

We are the only practice in the Netherlands with such a strong specialization in systemic therapy and meet all strict quality requirements. This approach has proven to be extremely effective in restoring loving connections and strengthening relationships.

Our starting point is systemic therapy, an evidence-based approach that has been proven effective. In sessions, we look not only at you as partners and your relationship to yourselves, but at the entire system in which you function: the family of origin and the influence of important people in your lives, both past and present. We examine who you have become because of these influences and what you really need now. By using different methods, we always find a solid starting point to start the restoration of your relationship in a powerful and purposeful way.

Praktijk de Liefde specializes in concrete and effective relationship therapy based on systemic therapy.

How does it work?

A safe setting is important. Therefore, we first have an introductory meeting where we see if there is a mutual “click. It’s nice if you both feel comfortable discussing your desires and doubts freely. Nothing is crazy, everyone is different and there are many ways relationships can work well again. After the no-obligation introduction, we begin counseling with an intake interview.

In the following sessions, we focus on:

  1. the request for help;
  2. the existing patterns;
  3. the change requirements;
  4. the goals.

After the intake, four to eight sessions are already sufficient for lasting improvement in your relationship (one session lasts 75 minutes). After the intake, we evaluate the process and decide together whether to continue therapy. Attending the sessions is possible both during the day and in the evening.

Purpose of couples therapy

Within Practice Love, there is the opportunity for co-therapy with a child therapist during the parenting process. We like to think with you in:

In the following sessions, we focus on:

  1. What your child needs;
  2. How you as a parent can support the child;
  3. How to engage in conversation with your child.

Contact

We recommend starting with a comprehensive intake. In this conversation we get a complete picture of your request for help and specific needs, and you can experience whether there is a good click with the therapist. This allows us to tailor the counseling exactly to your goals and expectations. This intake is a valuable first step towards an in-depth, personal approach.

Prefer to meet first and get an impression of our way of working? Then we offer a 20 minute introductory talk. At Praktijk de Liefde we ask a fee for the introductory talk, so that we can start from the beginning with attention and quality.

You can come to us immediately, with no waiting list. Sessions can be held during the day or in the evening. If you have any questions, please fill in the contact form or make an appointment directly through our booking system.

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