Liza Vaino

Licensed Psychologist

“I believe that you are capable of a positive change, and I will be there for you throughout this process. Combining gestalt, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness techniques to develop an intervention tailored to your needs. English and Russian speaking. Website: https://expatmindwellness.com”

About Me

I believe in your capacity for positive change, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I combine evidence-based approaches like gestalt, cognitive-behavioural, and mindfulness techniques. This allows me to tailor our work precisely to your unique needs. Whether you prefer to speak in English or Russian, we can explore what feels right for you. If you're ready to explore new perspectives and build practical tools, my collaborative style offers a grounded space.

Approach

You already have strengths to build on, and I’ll guide a practical, step-by-step way of exploring patterns, emotions and choices so therapy feels useful and grounded. Sessions in The Hague or online, in English or Russian, move between focused conversation, short experiments in the room, and simple practices to try between meetings. We track small shifts—thinking, behaviour and felt experience—using tailored exercises, gentle challenges and shared problem-solving to address anxiety, relocation stress, identity and relationships. People navigating expat life or young-adult transitions often find this collaborative pace helpful.

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Basic Information

Den Haag, Netherlands

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

Advocacy
Services that help individuals navigate healthcare, education, or social systems to ensure their mental health needs are recognised and met.
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Consultation
An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.
Mediation
A structured process in which a neutral third party helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable agreement.
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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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Works With:

Adolescents
Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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Identity Issues
A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Procrastination
The habitual delay of important tasks despite knowing the consequences, often driven by underlying anxiety, perfectionism, or fear of failure.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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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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Young Adult Issues
The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.
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