Introduction
Let me introduce myself.. My name is Laura Buwalda, 35, and I'm from a town close to Amsterdam. I am a GZ psychologist, cognitive behavioral therapist VGCt and EMDR therapist. I have 10 years of experience as a psychologist in the treatment of a wide variety of symptoms, such as trauma, anxiety and other stress-symptoms(for example anxiety disorders, burnout, phobias, fear of failure or insecurity, panic disorder, hyperventilation, processing illness, compulsive complaints, binge eating and sleeping problems) but also depression, grief counseling, HSP, coming out, treatment of tics including Gilles de la Tourette, work problems, coaching, self-image and other emotion (regulation) problems or problems in interpersonal relationships. I have experience in a very diverse spectrum of problems, which I can use in my treatment processes when necessary. My specialty is in the field of (the treatment of) trauma, which I have further specialized in during years of volunteering, my education, research and my work experience. You can certainly come to me for an EMDR treatment aimed at relieving trauma symptoms.
My work as a psychologist really is my passion. It's beautiful seeing someone walk out the door so much stronger than when they came in. Something everybody deserves. Throughout our lives, we all face difficult events and setbacks and we look for ways to deal with these events. It may be that your way of dealing with it has disadvantages for you and you would like to break through these patterns. You may also have a strong internal critical voice that is holding you back in life. My goal is that you will gain more insight in your own patterns, so that you can also influence them. Everyone deserves to get the best out of themselves and aim for the highest quality of life achievable. As a person I am straightforward, down to earth, positive, respectful and above all -unprejudiced-. I find it important that you experience our contact as personal. I think it's extremely important that you feel safe with me. I am a fairly direct therapist, but in a warm, positive, equal and respectful way. I'd love to help you achieve the best version of yourself! |
INSURED CARE 2024 Rates
I am not bound by contracts with health insurers (see also https://contractvrijpsycholoog.nl/). The amount of the compensation of the care therefore depends on the insurance policy you have. This ranges from 55-80% refund, to a full refund (in Dutch it is called restitutie) policy: 100% of the costs. My advice therefore is, to always to call your insurer before your first session to check this so that you know in advance where you stand. My rates fall under the NZA standards 2023, monodisciplinary care, section II (your health insurer may ask for the codes; they can be found in the image below). You pin the costs of the consultation immediately after the session. You can submit the invoice that you then receive from me in your email inbox to your insurer. You will receive the invoice for your consultation the same day. The health insurer usually pays you in a timely manner (within a few working days).
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the appointment. If it is not possible to cancel the appointment less than 24 hours in advance. Unfortunately, I have to send an invoice of € 50.00 because of the rent of my office/costs being made. This also applies if you do not show up (no-show). This invoice is not reimbursed by the insurance. Payment of the invoice must be within 14 days of the invoice date.
How to get in touch?
You can send me an email to laura@psycholoog-ams.nl
Please also leave your telephone number and I will contact you within a few working days.
If you want to register, keep in mind that you need a referral letter from your GP. The GP can also refer you directly via ZorgDomein when he/she searches for Laura Psycholoog Amsterdam. You can also bring a referral letter to the intake.
Please note: if you experience symptoms such as psychotic disorders, suicidality, addiction or (serious) personality problems. More specialist and more intensive care is then required than I can offer alone. In that case I will refer you back to the doctor/GP.
From June on, I will have limited availability for new trajectories.
At the moment, I work on Mondays and Fridays.
In the event of a crisis, contact your GP, the crisisdienst at 020 523 5433/huisartsenpost (general practice center) Zuid/West or Oost.
You can also always get anonymous help by calling 113 or chatting on the website 113.nl
Please also leave your telephone number and I will contact you within a few working days.
If you want to register, keep in mind that you need a referral letter from your GP. The GP can also refer you directly via ZorgDomein when he/she searches for Laura Psycholoog Amsterdam. You can also bring a referral letter to the intake.
Please note: if you experience symptoms such as psychotic disorders, suicidality, addiction or (serious) personality problems. More specialist and more intensive care is then required than I can offer alone. In that case I will refer you back to the doctor/GP.
From June on, I will have limited availability for new trajectories.
At the moment, I work on Mondays and Fridays.
In the event of a crisis, contact your GP, the crisisdienst at 020 523 5433/huisartsenpost (general practice center) Zuid/West or Oost.
You can also always get anonymous help by calling 113 or chatting on the website 113.nl
location
Van Eeghenlaan 27
1071 EN Amsterdam
1071 EN Amsterdam