Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is een effectieve behandelmethode voor mensen die last blijven houden van ingrijpende of nare ervaringen, zoals een trauma. Tijdens een EMDR-sessie word je gevraagd aan deze gebeurtenis terug te denken, terwijl je tegelijkertijd een afleidende taak uitvoert. Dit helpt je brein om de herinnering alsnog te verwerken, waardoor de emotionele lading ervan afneemt.

EMDR wordt tegenwoordig met goed resultaat steeds vaker bij ander psychische klachten ingezet, zoals bij angstklachten en specifieke fobieën, zoals vliegangst en emetofobie (angst om over te geven). In dat geval is EMDR vaak onderdeel van een bredere behandeling, bijvoorbeeld binnen cognitieve gedragstherapie (CGT).

Schema Therapy helps to understand and break persistent, recurring patterns that often develop during childhood or early life. These patterns — for example, “I’m not good enough” or “People cannot be trusted” — can unconsciously influence your thoughts, feelings, and behavior.

In therapy, we work together to explore where these patterns come from, how they show up in your daily life, and how you can break through them. Schema Therapy helps you take better care of yourself and gain more control over your emotions and relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical and scientifically proven method to break negative thoughts and behavior patterns. In CBT, you learn how your thoughts influence the way you feel and act. Together, we look at thinking errors and automatic patterns that hold you back, and explore how you can handle situations in a healthier, more constructive way.

CBT is often short-term and goal-oriented, making it an effective form of online therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on learning how to cope with intense emotions, black-and-white thinking, and impulsive behavior. At Ivy Psychology, full DBT is not offered, but important elements of it are used in therapy. This includes emotion regulation, stress management, mindfulness, and improving self-control.

These components can be especially valuable for people who struggle with strong emotions or unstable relationships. DBT elements are often applied in online therapy for emotional regulation and self-esteem.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches you not to fight or avoid difficult emotions and thoughts, but to acknowledge them and create space for them. You learn not to be driven by fear or perfectionism, but to live according to your own values.

Together, we explore what truly matters to you in life and how you can take step-by-step actions and make choices aligned with your values. ACT helps increase your resilience and psychological flexibility, making it a powerful form of online therapy for anxiety, stress, and perfectionism.

COMET is a structured training focused on strengthening your self-image. If you struggle with low self-esteem, you may find yourself stuck in thoughts such as “I never do anything right” or “I’m less than others.”

COMET helps you transform these negative beliefs into supportive, realistic thoughts. Through exercises and repetition, you build a more positive and resilient view of yourself, based on your own experiences and strengths.

This method is often used in online therapy for self-esteem and confidence building.