Ms Isabelle van der Steen
Clinical Psychologist
verified by TherapyRoute
“I am a clinical psychologist who provides compassionate and evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. My approach is tailored to you and your needs. Feel free to reach out to me on WhatsApp at +1 (868) 728-3667 for more info on groups or to schedule a consultation. Instagram: @therapywithvds”
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- Ms Isabelle van der Steen
About Me
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who may be struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, or life transitions. This might look like feeling stuck, disconnected, unsure of who you are, or finding everyday demands harder than they used to be.
I provide a compassionate, safe, and evidence-based therapy space where young people are met exactly where they are. My approach is highly personalised—there is no “one size fits all.” Together, we gently explore thoughts, emotions, relationships, and experiences, while building practical tools for emotional regulation, confidence, resilience, and self-understanding.
Therapy is collaborative and paced to each individual. Some sessions may involve talking, while others may include creative approaches, structured strategies, or skill-building—always guided by what feels most supportive and effective for the client.
My goal is to help young people feel more grounded, empowered, and confident in themselves, so they can navigate challenges, develop healthier coping skills, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
Approach
Sessions feel focused yet warm, moving at a pace you set while we try small, practical steps together and reflect on what helps most. From Port of Spain or via secure online sessions in English, I blend thoughtful questioning, evidence-informed techniques and brief between-session practices so insights carry into daily life. You can expect clear goals, gentle experiments and collaborative tracking of progress, with space to process new awareness. This way of working suits young people and adults who want steady, practical change.
Contact Isabelle
Ask a quick question or arrange a time to meet.
Basic Information
Services
Services Offered:
- •Child / Adolescent Therapy
- •CBT
- •EMDR
Works With:
- •Adolescents
- •Adults
- •Children
- •Groups
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
- •Anxiety
- •Stress / Burnout
- •Mood Disorder
- •Life Transitions
- •Self-Esteem
Professional Title:
- •Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications
Erasmus University Rotterdam
EMDR Basic Training
EMDRIA
Year: 2025
Registrations
Trinidad and Tobago Association of Psychologists (TTAP)
Memberships
Trinidad and Tobago Association of Psychologists (TTAP)
Full Member