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Alexandra Symeonidou, MSc.

Cross-cultural & LGBTQ+ affirming therapist offering online therapy for expats and internationals struggling with stress, identity, burnout and emotional overwhelm.

Areas of Expertise

As a Cross-cultural & LGBTQ+ affirming therapist therapist in the Netherlands and Europe, I support expats and internationals who are experiencing:

  • Difficulty adjusting to life abroad or feeling at home

  • Burnout, chronic stress, and emotional exhaustion

  • Anxiety, overthinking, and constant self-pressure

  • Perfectionism and fear of failure

  • Struggling with boundaries, assertiveness and people-pleasing

  • Identity struggles, including LGBTQ+ identity and belonging

  • Shame, guilt, or internal conflict

  • Life transitions and uncertainty

About​
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You might have moved abroad for a better life.

And on paper, everything looks fine.

But inside, something feels off.

Many expats and internationals in Europe experience this quiet disconnect — especially when navigating identity, belonging, and emotional wellbeing in a new environment.

If you are part of the LGBTQ+ community, these experiences can feel even more complex.
Different cultures, expectations, or past experiences may make it harder to feel fully accepted or safe to be yourself.

As an LGBTQ+ affirming and Cross-cultural psychologist working with expats in the Netherlands and all across Europe, I offer online therapy in English or Greek for individuals who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or under pressure to keep everything together.

You don’t have to explain everything from the beginning.
You don’t have to perform.

We take the time to understand what’s going on, at your pace.

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Approach​
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My approach is integrative and LGBTQ+ affirming.

I combine evidence-based therapies including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Schema Therapy

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity Therapy (GSRD)

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In our work, we focus on:

  • understanding emotional patterns and identity-related experiences

  • managing anxiety, stress, and overwhelm

  • working through shame, perfectionism, and self-criticism

  • building self-compassion and emotional resilience

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As a therapist working with LGBTQ+ clients and expats, I aim to create a space that is safe, inclusive, and respectful of different identities, cultures, and life paths.

Experience
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I hold a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University in the Netherlands.

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I have completed specialised training in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity Therapy, focusing on working with LGBTQ+ clients.

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My experience includes working with international and multicultural populations across Europe, supporting expats and individuals navigating life transitions abroad.

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I continue to engage in supervision and ongoing training to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy specialised in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).​​

Testimonials ​
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"As an expat navigating identity questions, I often felt misunderstood before starting therapy. Working with Alexandra, I finally felt safe, accepted, and able to be myself. I feel more grounded and more confident in who I am."
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"I came to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and under constant pressure to be perfect. Through our sessions, I learned to understand myself better and feel more comfortable in my identity and daily life."
The Next Step​​​
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If you are looking for an LGBTQ+ affirmative and/or cross-cultural therapist in Europe who understands the challenges of living abroad, you can book a free 15-minute call to see if we are a good fit.​
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If that sounds like something you would be interested in do not hesitate to contact me

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