Marjolein

Miss Marjolein Smit

Psychotherapist

An experienced and licensed mental health specialist, offering individual psychotherapy, psychological assessments with children and adults, enthusiast and open minded.

About Me

This experienced psychotherapist offers individual psychotherapy and psychological assessments for both children and adults. Their enthusiast and open-minded approach creates a welcoming space where all feelings are explored without judgment. They guide clients to gain clarity and understanding about their unique experiences. Insights from assessments can illuminate practical ways forward. This specialist is a good match for those seeking clear answers and a supportive, curious partner.

Approach

Curiosity shapes how I work: I combine attentive listening with structured assessment to uncover patterns that keep you stuck and priorities that open a way forward. Whether in Philipsburg, in Dutch or English, or via secure online sessions, I pace meetings to match your tempo, pairing calm exploration with concrete, doable steps. Drawing on ACT-informed practice and focused diagnostic feedback, we test small experiments between sessions and adjust based on what actually helps. People who value practical, curious collaboration often find this approach supportive.
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Basic Information

Services


Cognitive Behavioral Therapy EMDR Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Schema Therapy Emotion Focused Therapy Couple Therapy Sexual Therapy Autism Comprehensive psychological assessment

Services Offered:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • EMDR

    Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.

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  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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Works With:

  • All ages

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

    Learn more about Online Therapy

Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications


University of Amsterdam

RINO Post-Master Education

RINO Post-Master Education

Registrations


Psychotherapist BIG

BIG Register

Service Area


Online from the Caribbean

In-person & Online

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten

Sint Maarten

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