Hello, I’m Marina, a clinical neuropsychologist and psychologist.
My work grew from a curiosity about the human mind and its many forms of expression and resilience, which led me to study psychology alongside different forms of art. This has shaped my interest in integrating evidence-based psychological approaches with body awareness and embodiment.
I offer adult ADHD assessments and counselling, as well as one-to-one psychotherapy sessions. My psychotherapy work provides a space to slow down, notice what is moving within you, and develop a deeper understanding of your needs, boundaries and patterns. I aim to create a safe and peaceful environment where you can simply be, receive attentive listening and care, and discover different aspects of yourself.
I welcome anyone who would like to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their inner world.
I can support people experiencing:
- Anxiety, stress and depressive symptoms
- Trauma and PTSD
- Psychological and gender-based violence
- Self-esteem and emotional regulation difficulties
- Eating disorders and body image difficulties
- ADHD and neurodevelopmental difficulties
- Autism spectrum, with particular experience working with autistic women
- Relational difficulties and recurring interpersonal patterns
- Life transitions and periods of personal change
- Difficulties with body awareness and the mind-body relationship
ADULT ADHD ASSESSMENT
The assessment combines a structured diagnostic interview (DIVA-5), validated questionnaires, and information from one or two people who know you well. It takes place over multiple sessions.
- Clinical and developmental history
Your current difficulties, childhood and school years, studies and work, relationships and health, and what else could explain the symptoms.
- ADHD assessment (DIVA-5)
Structured interview on the ADHD criteria, their presence in childhood and their impact on your daily functioning today.
- Collateral information
Between the sessions, one or two close relatives complete a questionnaire or take part in a short interview.
- Feedback and recommendations
We go through the conclusions and what they mean for you. You receive a written assessment report.
When the assessment supports a diagnosis of ADHD, it can be confirmed by a psychiatrist at BMHC, who can also discuss medication. When another explanation is more likely, I will say so and help you find the right follow-up.
ADHD COUNSELING
Individual sessions of 60 minutes for adults with ADHD, with or without a formal diagnosis, on time management and organisation, emotional regulation, strategies for work or study, and how attention and restlessness are felt in the body.
COUNSELING
My background in clinical neuropsychology and evidence-based psychotherapy allows me to approach psychological difficulties through an understanding of attention, emotional regulation, executive functioning, stress responses and the ways in which our brains adapt to everyday life.
My approach is both structured and exploratory, grounded in clinical knowledge while remaining attentive to the complexity, individuality and embodied nature of human experience. I am particularly interested in working with aspects that may be difficult to access or to put into words, focusing on sensation through bodily awareness, drawing, movement and other forms of expression.
The therapeutic process is co-creative. We establish goals together, reflect on how the work is progressing, and adapt the approach according to your needs, resources and pace.
See Fee-page.
Adult ADHD assessment: €900, paid per session. Includes collateral information from one or two relatives and a written report.
ADHD counselling: €100 per session of 60 minutes.
Some mutualities and complementary insurers may cover part of it, so check with your insurer beforehand. Some insurers, including JSIS, only reimburse psychotherapy & testing prescribed by a psychiatrist. A one-time psychiatric evaluation can be arranged here. Check in advance what your insurer requires, such as prior authorisation: the reimbursement decision is ultimately theirs.
Click here to request a first appointment with Marina (subject to availability).
Marina sees patients on Monday from 8:00 to 13:00 at Plasky (Schaerbeek) and on Wednesday from 8:00 to 15:00 at Flagey (Ixelles).
For questions about an ongoing treatment, changing an appointment or whether an assessment or treatment is indicated, you can reach Marina at marina.bassas@mentalhealth.brussels.
