In psychotherapy, there are several movements. The four major currents are cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapy, systems therapy and client-centered psychotherapy. My approach is based on the client-centered psychotherapeutic framework, although I sometimes draw inspiration from techniques and concepts from other streams.
Client-centered therapy focuses on the client as a person: who are you as a person and how do you stand in life? In the therapy, the therapist provides a safe context from which, taking into account your pace and personal limits, together we can explore how you got stuck and what is needed to get blocked processes moving again. In this approach, there is a strong emphasis on inner experience and how emotions guide our thinking and actions.
In therapy, you learn to know yourself better and be in deeper contact with your feelings and needs so you can make your own authentic choices. Important here is that the client is willing to adopt an inquisitive attitude toward himself and is willing to dwell on himself. Together we will explore how to better deal with your vulnerabilities and life’s challenges so that you can better handle them even after therapy is complete. Instead of focusing solely on complaints and symptoms, the therapy also places importance on your strengths and potential for development. For I believe that in our vulnerability we also find our inner strength.
In my method of working, I place great importance on our working relationship and how the contact between us works. I will regularly ask how you experience the therapy in order to adjust where necessary.
Course
The first conversation will focus on your request for help and living situation. Together we try to come to an understanding of what is important for you to work on. In this exploratory conversation, expectations about the further process are also discussed and together we consider whether we want to engage in this process together.
In a later phase of therapy, we go deeper into important themes in your life. To this end, we may sometimes deviate from the initial request for help.
The frequency of sessions is agreed upon by mutual consent, taking into account your needs and abilities. It is usual to see each other weekly or biweekly because that way we can work more intensively on your problems. Depending on the process of therapy, this can of course be adjusted.
The number of sessions depends on the request for help and can be short-term or rather long-term. During counseling, we regularly reflect on how the therapy process is going.
Not sure if your help request qualifies? Would you like more information or wish to schedule an appointment? If so, do not hesitate to get in touch.
In 2013, I graduated as a clinical psychologist from the Catholic University of Leuven. Meanwhile, I work as an independent clinical psychologist and have worked as a volunteer psychologist for TEJO Brussels and Handicap International Belgium. In 2021, I started the specialization in client-centered psychotherapy at KU Leuven to further expand my professional knowledge and working framework.
From my own personal search, I know how exciting it can be to take the step to psychological counseling and that change takes courage and time. Therefore, I hope to be able to bring my clients closer to themselves and help them (re)discover what makes life truly meaningful and fulfilling. In my free time, I prefer to go out with my dog and find relaxation in good books and movies, good food and socializing with friends.
Some health insurances or “mutualités” offer partial reimbursements or psychotherapy.
Two rates apply. The price per individual session is 80,00 EUR if there is limited/no intervention from your health insurance. If 50% or more is reimbursed by your health insurance, the price per individual session is 110,00 EUR.
For the first consultation, a one-time administrative fee of 10,00 EUR will be charged. After 17h00, the evening rate applies and an supplement of 5,00 EUR will be added.
Approval number Psychologist Committee: 902124531
Visa number: 283205
Changes regarding appointments must be made at least 48 hours (2 full working days) in advance, through Sophie or the secretary. This allows us to use the spot for other patients who may require urgent care. If this delay is not respected, the full cost of the consultation will be charged for the late cancellation or missed consultation.
- Monday: 8:30-15:30
- Tuesday: 9:00-15:00
Click here for an initial appointment with Sophie Tromp (depending on availability)
If you have questions for Sophie about ongoing treatment, changing appointments or about an indication of future treatment (if she is marked “Available” on the Application page), you can reach her at sophie.tromp@mentalhealth.brussels.
