Dilya | English and Russian speaking therapist / Русскоговорящий психолог

I'm Dilya, a therapist and counsellor based in Maastricht, offering support in Russian, English, and Dutch. As an expat myself, I deeply understand the challenges that come with building a life in a new country, from cultural and linguistic adjustments to the stresses of emigration.

Whether you're navigating a crisis or feeling stuck, I provide compassionate counselling for individuals and couples, aiming to help you find clarity, discover your path forward, and ultimately feel better. Book a free 25-minute (online) consultation. There is no waiting list and no referral is needed. I offer an individual approach. Evening consultations are available.The next free face-to-face appointmens will be on November 10 & 20, in Maastricht. Message to book your spot. NB: free intake only for individual consultation, not for couples. 

My journey to therapy was shaped by my previous career in science (biology) and as a regulatory officer in a multinational, cross-cultural corporation. This background, combined with my own transformative experience of psychotherapy and comprehensive professional training, allows me to offer a unique perspective grounded in both analytical understanding and deep empathy for the human experience.

P.S. Русскоговорящий психолог в Голландии. Українську я добре розумію, але розмовляю трохи.
Консультация-знакомство 25 минут - бесплатно. Онлайн или очно в Маастрихте. Следующий бесплатный очный прием - 10 и 20 ноября в Маастрихте (только для индивидуальной консультации, не для семейной/парной). Запись через форму Send a message. 

My Vision

Therapy for me is about (re)creating connections: with yourself, with others, and with life. I help you become more compassionate towards yourself and your loved ones, and find a healthy balance between being yourself while still engaged and connected with others. If you feel stuck or overwhelmed, therapy offers a safe space to reflect, gain clarity, and empowers you to make informed decisions about how to move forward.

My Approach
I see therapy as your unique personal journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you, illuminating the path in different directions. I can help you explore and articulate the questions that lie at the heart of your difficulties. Often, the very act of asking the right questions can bring new perspectives and hold the seeds of your own answers. To address your individual needs, I draw upon a range of effective therapeutic approaches, including gestalt therapy, relational dialogue, trauma therapy, dreamwork, art therapy, and experiential techniques. Among other issues, I work with difficulties around emigration, relationships, depressive and anxious states, and psychosomatic symptoms.
 

Active Principle and Transformation

Creating a safe and empathetic atmosphere where you can feel truly at ease is my priority. Once we know each other and you feel safe, I may encourage you to explore new ways of dialogue and communication within our therapeutic relationship. This personal dialogue can be deeply healing, reconnecting you to profound feelings of being accepted and good enough, and freeing you from self-judgment and guilt. I invite you to take that courageous step towards being true to yourself and experience the healing power of connection in the "here and now."

The Wisdom of the Body

I believe our deepest needs and feelings are often expressed through our physical sensations. Think about what you feel when you are hungry and instinctively look for food. The same inherent wisdom guides us in understanding our emotional and relational needs, which are also often felt physically.

Your body holds the narrative of your life experiences. In our sessions, I will invite you to pay attention to how your body experiences and expresses itself, what messages it conveys, and how you currently deal with these sensations. Together, we can explore how you might choose to relate to them differently. This awareness of your body is a natural resource for better understanding yourself, allowing you to translate these insights into self-acceptance, communication, and action.

A Little About Me

For me, therapy should be a safe space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, without judgment. I believe my own open-mindedness and having lived in different cultures has helped me see things this way. Born in Russia to a Bashkir-Tatar family, I moved to the Netherlands for science at the age of 25 and then decided to study psychotherapy in Ukraine.

It's been a unique journey, and I've connected with so many interesting people from different backgrounds. I really value being respectful, and I think a little laughter can make things easier.

When I'm not working as a therapist, I enjoy the simple things: good food, listening to a wide range of music (from metal and jazz to current genres), and watching films and series. I'm also genuinely curious about different countries, cultures, art, languages, and what makes people who they are. I love travelling to sunny countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece. On the personal side, I'm a mother to a teenager, a co-parent, and I'm with a lovely partner. There is always hope for a better life.

If you want to know more or make an appointment, feel free to contact me via the Send a message - button.

Dilya