Sometimes
it’s hard to say in words what we’ve been through, how we feel right now, or what to do next.
It can be even harder when we have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and trauma, bringing challenges like trouble staying organized, staying focused, and handling big emotions.
With expert guidance from creative and internationally experienced (art) psychotherapist/psychologist Drs. Amélie van den Brink (BA, MA, ATR), we help uncover the root cause(s), deepen self-understanding, and nurture a stronger, healthier version of who you are and aspire to be.
We’re here to shake things up and take healing for your body, mind, and spirit to a whole new level.
Our therapy happens outdoors and online, where we mix creativity with whole-body, mind, and spirit techniques. We’re all about helping you reset your nervous system, find your inner chill, and build up your confidence so you can make smarter moves—whether it’s in your personal life or your career. We’ll go at your speed (or give you a little push when we know you’re ready for it!).
Our services
also include expertly designed workshops and trauma-informed consultations to meet your family's or clinical needs.
Our sessions
are highly flexible to meet your needs. We offer services internationally and within the Netherlands.
What Our Clients Are Saying
"I have been using the tools provided during our last few sessions and have really been enjoying the results of self regulating my built up emotions in my body with tapping and breathing exercises. It helped a lot to finally make the right steps for myself moving forward and have felt so much release and positivity since I made the decision [undisclosed issue]"-Efwe*, 30, mixed heritage, undiagnosed trauma-ADHD related challenges
*Only participants' first names are shared for privacy.
“The ADHD-Trauma workshop was very enlightening and cozy. To start of with asking us how we feel in our native languages, I immediately felt it as a safe space where my identity didn't have to be put away. I liked how you explained everything and interacted with us. Also having room to support the different people and their ordeals. It was a good introduction to your work & that's why I also joined the weekly sessions-Nafisa, workshop participant
“Thank you Amélie for offering this space to share your knowledge with others. It was wonderful to have an opportunity to refresh some of what I knew whilst learning new insights and effective tools to support both myself and those who I meet on my journey. This has awoken the creative desire within me! Much appreciated.-Naomi (therapist), workshop participant
"Regular sessions with Amélie helped us connect with our emotions, recognize it and learn to express it more accurately. Through discussions based on real examples from our family life, we were able to better understand what is going on in our children's minds. We started to change the way we react to challenging family situations and feel better equipped to accompany our children in managing their emotions"-Sophie & Joseph, Canadian family in Senegal
“FocusNest has helped my son get organized, plan ahead and his grades up. The comprehensive and creative approach of Drs. van den Brink has really made a difference in managing his executive functioning symptoms. He is now more confident and I love seeing him smile again"-Monica, single mom in the Netherlands, 10-year-old son with ADHD
Office Hours:
Open Mondays 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM CET (Amsterdam Time)
(From Sept 2025: Mon & Wed 9:00-12:00AM, Thu & Fri 1:00-4:30PM)
Weekend Availability: Please Inquire
Contact Us
Location
Online & in a park (Gelderland, Netherlands)
About Us
FocusNest is a psychology/psychotherapy practice supporting individuals with ADHD, trauma-related challenges, and symptoms. We also offer workshops and trauma-informed consultations for families and mental health professionals. Our services are open to all, including those without formal diagnoses.
We are dedicated to accessible, affordable mental health care. With low prices and discounts for individuals and families in financial hardship, we ensure everyone gets the support they deserve.
FocusNest is proudly registered with leading quality assurance organizations in the US and Europe.
