Psychologist · Nairobi

Feeling safe in your own body again.

Empowering therapy for trauma, relationships and daily life challenges: in private practice and in the field where care is needed most.

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Maria van Helbergen, EMDR and trauma psychologist in Nairobi

Registered psychologist · EMDR licensed
In person in Nairobi · Online worldwide
Field projects across East Africa & beyond

About Maria

I believe lasting change begins with connection - with yourself and then others. When you feel safe, understood and supported, you can understand your experiences and recognise the patterns that shape your life.

Psychologist Maria van Helbergen during a session in Nairobi

Together, we work towards healing, greater peace of mind and finding more joy in everyday life. My approach is warm, practical and collaborative. My goal is to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence and resilience.

For nearly a decade, I've supported individuals and couples through trauma, relationship challenges and life transitions. As a gender-based violence (GBV) expert, my work has taken me from shelters and family homes in Amsterdam and South Africa to my private practice in Nairobi.