Psychologist Michiel Thissen
Amsterdam Hilversum Gooi Utrecht

​Michiel Thissen is a senior psychologist with clients who differ in age, culture, religion, lifestyle or sexual orientation. He studied at the universities(ies) of Utrecht and Amsterdam and specialized in clinical and organizational psychology. 
​​ From the need for private psychological counseling and advice, he founded psychological consultancy Mythos Consultancy in Amsterdam in 1996  . He became known in the fashion & lifestyle industry as a psychologist, teacher, researcher, headhunter and coach. With clients from international, creative and commercial environments. In 2006 he formed a partnership with anthropologist Miranda Engelshoven. Since 2012 based in Baarn as Mythos Psychology.
He provides individual therapy, relationship therapy to clients from all industries. Clients are private individuals, self-employed and organizations from the Amsterdam, Utrecht, Hilversum & Amersfoort region. You can contact him with general problems (e.g. anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, addiction). Or in case of relationship problems (e.g. conflict, recovery, divorce) and in the event of problems in work situations (e.g. burnout, leadership, self-development).
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​ Psychologist Michiel Thissen works on the basis of a direct contract with the client or client and not through insurance. The working method is determined in consultation and, if necessary, a referral is made to specialists. His approach is honest, empathetic and confidential. No information is shared with third parties without the client's consent. For him, every client is above all a customer. 
​He approaches psychological problems from movements in psychology, biology and the medical world. In doing so, he likes to look at scientific evidence that a method is effective and uses "evidence-based" methods such as e.g. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EFT Relationship Therapy and System Therapy, EMDR Trauma Therapy, Mentalization Therapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
He is analytical and a good listener, communicative, empathetic, honest, calm and accessible. Helps independently and professionally with challenges that life poses in private and/or work situations. He treats clients with respect and offers a safe environment in which you are heard. The starting point is a good working relationship: "a bond of trust must be created".  He accepts you as you are; "Nothing is wrong, weird or strange"! His approach is appreciated as "a transformation", "very meaningful", "I am doing so much better", "I understand myself better".

"Helping clients to improve the quality of their lives"