Amsterdam Psychologists & Therapists

Top Amsterdam Psychologists & Therapists

iPractice Psychologen Amsterdam

Nieuwe Herengracht 47, 1011 RN Amsterdam

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Psychologist

iPractice Psychologen Amsterdam offers psychology services in Amsterdam, with weekday appointments from 8:30am to 5pm. The practice highlights trauma support on its website and has 145 Google reviews, with 69% five-star ratings.

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Health Centre Gein

3.9★★★★★

(142 reviews)

Wisseloordplein 50, 1106 MH Amsterdam

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Psychologist
Medical clinic
Nutritionist
Pharmacy

Health Centre Gein in Amsterdam combines psychology with medical care, nutrition and pharmacy services. It works weekdays from 8:00 to 17:00 and has 142 Google reviews.

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Fysiotherapie Passion For Health Hoofddorp

5★★★★★

(133 reviews)

Jadelaan 14, 2132 XW Hoofddorp

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Fysiotherapeut

Fysiotherapie Passion For Health Hoofddorp provides physiotherapy in Hoofddorp and has 133 Google reviews, with 97% five-star ratings. It is active on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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ActiveCare

5★★★★★

(113 reviews)

Lindenlaan 370, 1185 NL Amstelveen

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Fysiotherapeut

ActiveCare in Amstelveen is a physiotherapy practice with outstanding five-star feedback and an active Facebook presence.

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The Rage Room Amsterdam

5★★★★★

(112 reviews)

Isolatorweg 37, 1014 AS Amsterdam

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Recreatiecentrum
Amusementscentrum
Evenementenlocatie
Psychosociaaltherapeut

The Rage Room Amsterdam is an Amsterdam event venue for smashing sessions, group outings and stress relief, with 112 reviews and a perfect 100% five-star score.

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Huisartsenpraktijk Arts en Zorg Hoornseveld

3.3★★★★★

(103 reviews)

Panneroodstraat 87, 1503 XL Zaandam

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Psychologist
Mental health service
Nutritionist
Pharmacy

Huisartsenpraktijk Arts en Zorg Hoornseveld in Zaandam includes psychological care alongside mental health services, nutrition advice and pharmacy support. It is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and has 103 Google reviews.

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Osteopathie De Streek

5★★★★★

(103 reviews)

Raadhuisplein 49, 1616 AV Hoogkarspel

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Osteopaat

Osteopathie De Streek in Hoogkarspel is an osteopathy practice with a very strong review profile: 103 Google reviews and 99% five-star.

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Gezondheidscentrum Oostpoort

3.3★★★★★

(96 reviews)

Polderweg 192, 1093 KP Amsterdam

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Psychologist
Community health center
Obstetrician-gynecologist
Internist

Gezondheidscentrum Oostpoort in Amsterdam brings together psychology and wider medical care, including obstetrics-gynaecology and internal medicine. It has weekday hours and a substantial Google presence, with 96 reviews and many five-star ratings.

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Fysio Amstelhof

4.9★★★★★

(82 reviews)

Noorddammerweg 30, 1424 NX De Kwakel

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Fysiotherapiepraktijk
Fysiotherapeut

Fysio Amstelhof provides physiotherapy in De Kwakel and has a strong reputation, with 82 Google reviews and 94% five-star ratings.

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Fysiotherapie Getsewoud

4.9★★★★★

(73 reviews)

Vivaldisingel 321, 2151 NJ Nieuw-Vennep

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Fysiotherapeut

Fysiotherapie Getsewoud in Nieuw-Vennep combines physiotherapy with sport-focused training and guidance. The practice describes personal support for recovery, fitness improvement and functional training, and has 73 Google reviews with 95% five-star. It is also active...

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In-Shape Fysiotherapie

5★★★★★

(69 reviews)

Van Hallstraat 617, 1051 HE Amsterdam

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Fysiotherapiepraktijk

In-Shape Fysiotherapie in Amsterdam combineert fysiotherapie met active herstel en sportgerichte begeleiding. De praktijk heeft a strong Google reputation, with 69 reviews and 96% five-star ratings, and is active on Facebook.

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SAG Gezondheidscentrum Borgerstraat

1.9★★★★★

(69 reviews)

Borgerstraat 86, 1053 PW Amsterdam

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General practitioner
Medical Center
Medical laboratory
Mental health clinic

SAG Gezondheidscentrum Borgerstraat in Amsterdam brings together general practice, medical services, laboratory work and mental health care. The centre is open on weekdays from 8am to 5pm and has 69 Google reviews.

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How to choose a psychologist or therapist in Amsterdam

If cost matters, your huisarts (GP) is the usual starting point: a referral is generally what unlocks insurance-covered care through the GGZ system, while paying privately can mean a shorter wait but you should confirm with your insurer first that the sessions are reimbursed.

Titles are not all equal here. "Psycholoog" alone is not a protected title, but "GZ-psycholoog" and "psychotherapeut" are protected and require BIG registration, so it is worth checking the BIG register before booking, especially if you plan to claim the cost back.

English-language availability and waiting times vary a lot between practices, so ask directly about both rather than assuming; if ongoing stress is tied to a chaotic work routine, a change of daytime environment such as a coworking space is sometimes part of a wider plan a therapist suggests.

Questions people ask

Do I need a referral to see a therapist in Amsterdam?

For care covered by Dutch health insurance through the GGZ system, a referral from your huisarts (GP) is generally required first. Some GP practices also have a POH-GGZ, a practice-based mental health counselor, who can offer short-term support or make that referral.

Is therapy covered by health insurance in the Netherlands?

Basic mental healthcare and specialized mental healthcare are covered under the Dutch basisverzekering, but usually only after a GP referral into the GGZ pathway. If you see a psychologist or therapist privately without a referral, confirm coverage with your insurer beforehand rather than assuming it applies.

What is the difference between a psycholoog and a psychotherapeut?

"Psycholoog" is not a protected title, so anyone with a psychology degree can use it even without training to provide therapy. "GZ-psycholoog" and "psychotherapeut" are protected titles that require BIG registration and additional post-master's training, which you can verify in the BIG register.

How long is the wait for a therapist in Amsterdam?

Waiting times through the public GGZ system have been reported at over a year in some areas, while private practices may register new patients within a few months. Ask a practice directly about its current wait rather than relying on a general figure, since it varies by location and specialty.

How do I check if a therapist is properly registered?

The Dutch BIG register lists healthcare professionals' qualifications and whether they are entitled to use a protected title such as GZ-psycholoog or psychotherapeut. It is a useful check before starting sessions, particularly if you intend to claim the cost from insurance.

What if I need more general medical guidance while in treatment?

A huisarts remains the coordinating point of contact for most Dutch healthcare, including mental health referrals, so keep that relationship active alongside any therapy. For day-to-day medication questions once a psychiatrist has prescribed something, see our guide to Amsterdam pharmacies.