Psychologist for Expats Living in Amsterdam & Across Europe.
Whether you’re adjusting to life in a new country, facing personal challenges, or navigating both—as a native English-speaking, clinically trained psychologist I am here to support you. Together, we can work toward meaningful, lasting change through evidence-based therapy and consistent practice.
About Me
Expat Therapist & Psychologist in Amsterdam
I am a Clinical Psychologist from Australia living in Amsterdam. Plein Practice is a psychology service that is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of expats living in Amsterdam and across Europe more broadly.
Your mental health travels with you—wherever you are in the world. I also understand the unique challenges of being an expat living abroad and the need for access to expert-psychological care in native English.
I will work collaboratively with you to understand what it is that you’re struggling with and why, as bring a depth of knowledge, training and experience to help you develop sustainable mental health practices that support lasting, meaningful change.
I work with adults aged 18+, individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures and are an LGBTQIA-affirming and neurodiversity-affirming service, committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all.
Personal Approach & Qualifications
Parris Davenport - Psychologist
BNurs, GradDipPsych, BA (Psych) (Hons) & MPsych (Clinical)
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My Personal Style & Approach
Life can be incredibly tough at times, causing distress and instability, and we can find ourselves engaging in unhelpful ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving as a way to cope. At times, this might stem from a particular life event or a series of ongoing stressors. Other times, the struggles we face in the present are tied to earlier life experiences that continue to shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us.
My role is to support you in developing more helpful and sustainable ways of responding to these challenges—while also understanding how your past experiences can interface with these present issues. I provide personalised treatment that draws on a range of evidence-based approaches. I’ll work with you to deeply understand the specific challenges you’re facing and adapt my approach to your needs.
While I am a clinically-trained psychologist, I show up as myself in the room with you so it doesn’t feel so clinical. I bring a lot of warmth and sensitivity, zero judgement and a light heartedness into the space, and I place a strong emphasis on building a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, collaborative, and comfortable. That relationship is the foundation for any meaningful work we do together.
I work with adults and older adults, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD), the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent identifying individuals.
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Master’s of Clinical Psychology (Australia)
Registered Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA - PSY0002024343)
Board Approved Clinical Supervisor with AHPRA
Registered Psycholoog NIP® with the Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen (NIP - 246982)
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Anxiety Disorders
Burnout & Life Stress
Depressive Disorders
Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating & Body Image Issues
LGBTQIA+
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Neurodivergence (Autism & AuDHD)
Perfectionism
Relationship & Interpersonal Problems
Self-Esteem Issues
Stress & Adjustment
Trauma & Complex Developmental Trauma
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My practice is informed by the following theories and therapeutic approaches:
Attachment Theory
Polyvagal Theory
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
Mindfulness Based Therapy (MBT)
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Schema Therapy (ST)
Services
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Online Therapy
Offering therapy online to expats, professionals, and international students living in Amsterdam and across Europe. Online therapy makes mental health support accessible, allowing you to connect with a native English-speaking psychologist from wherever you are living in Europe. Sessions can take place in a the space that suits you, at a time that works for you.
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Fees
150€ for a 50-minute appointment with a Registered Psychologist.
Insurance
Insurance coverage can vary depending on your specific plan, country, and provider. Some insurance plans may offer partial or full coverage for therapy. For example, like many other psychologists working with expat’s in The Netherlands, Plein Practice is not affiliated with Dutch health insurers. However, international insurers are more likely to provide partial or full reimbursement for psychology services, though this depends on your insurer and policy. It is recommended that you contact your insurer directly to confirm your coverage.
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Anxiety
Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attachment Wounds / Developmental Trauma
Autism
Depression
Eating Disorders / Disordered Eating / Body Image Issues
Expat Issues / Cross-Cultural Adjustment
Grief & Loss
Life Stress & Burnout
Life Transition / Adjustment Issues
Low Self-Esteem
LGBTQIA+ Related Experiences
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Perfectionism & Unrelenting Standards
Relationship Issues / Interpersonal Difficulties
Sexual Health & Intimacy Issues
Trauma / Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Attachment Based Psychotherapy
Mindfulness Based Therapy (MBT)
Eye-Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Schema Therapy (ST)