Support when you're holding it all together, just barely.
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
You are still showing up, still functioning. But internally, the pressure has become hard to ignore. I work with expats and international professionals navigating anxiety, burnout, and the weight of building a life abroad.
Many of my clients are capable professionals who keep functioning while quietly struggling. You do not need to be at breaking point to benefit from this kind of support.
You do not have to be falling apart to reach out.
WHO I WORK WITH
Anxiety, overthinking, or persistent mental pressure
Burnout or prolonged work-related exhaustion
Difficulty regulating emotions under stress
Adjustment challenges from living and working abroad
Stress or uncertainty during sick leave periods
Work-related health concerns in a Dutch employment context
I support adults, primarily expats and internationally mobile professionals, who are experiencing emotional or work-related stress that has become hard to manage alone.
Structured support, grounded in evidence.
My approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles and Mindfulness-based methods. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, building real tools rather than only talking about problems.
We identify the thinking habits that fuel anxiety or burnout, such as catastrophising, avoidance, and self-criticism, and work to interrupt them with more useful responses.
Understanding thought patterns
Rather than suppressing how you feel, we build practical skills for managing emotional reactions under pressure, in high-stakes work or interpersonal situations.
Emotional regulation
Each session produces something concrete you can use. The goal is a measurable shift in how you navigate the situations causing stress.
Practical, everyday tools
Is this the right kind of support?
This practice offers non-clinical counselling, focused on reflection, emotional regulation, and practical guidance. It is not psychotherapy or medical treatment under Dutch healthcare law, and it suits people who want structured psychological support without needing diagnosis or treatment. If you are unsure whether this is a good fit, that is exactly what a first conversation is for, and I will always tell you honestly if a different form of care would serve you better.
Looking for support for your employees?
FOR ORGANIZATION
Tea with Kelly offers a structured wellbeing partnership for organisations with international and Korean staff in the Netherlands, including burnout prevention, sick leave support, and reintegration preparation.
Ready to take the first step?