Irma de Waal (Clinical psychologist & psychotherapist)

IRMA DE WAAL

(CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & PSYCHOTHERAPIST)

Irma de Waal (Klinisch psycholoog & psychotherapeut)

Email: imdewaal@ziggo.nl

Phone: 06-48781191

As a registered clinical psychologist and psychotherapist, I work in both primary and specialised mental health care. My aim is to provide clients with personalised treatment as much as possible. In addition to treatment, I specialise in psychodiagnostics (psychological assessment). The goal of this is to gain insight into the origin and meaning of the client's issues; understanding this helps us to develop a meaningful treatment plan. In treatment, I use a wide range of therapeutic methods including psychodynamic therapy, CBT and EMDR. The central focus is always on the client. In addition to these treatments, I collaborate with other psychologists in the practice as a coordinating therapist.

The process I go through with clients looks like this:

REFERRAL

A referral from the general practitioner or another healthcare professional is necessary to qualify for reimbursement from the insurer. Referrals can be made by phone (06-17678884) or via email

INTAKE AND TREATMENT PLAN DEVELOPMENT

During the intake, your issues will be assessed. We will examine how you function in various areas (work, home, relationships) and gather information about your background. We will discuss your expectations of therapy/therapist and what you would like to address. The intake phase concludes with discussing the diagnostics and developing a treatment plan. This is a mutual agreement on what the therapy will focus on and how it will be conducted. Each individual session lasts 45 to 60 minutes.

THERAPY PHASE

The therapy phase involves executing the treatment plan. Depending on your issues and what was agreed upon in the treatment plan, therapy may be shorter or longer. Your progress will be regularly evaluated during treatment. Is the therapy still progressing well? Does the treatment plan still fit, or does it need to be (partially) adjusted?

THERAPY COMPLETION

The third phase involves completing the therapy. The duration of completing treatment will vary for each person. Every therapy concludes with an end evaluation. What were you satisfied with and what not? Are there any loose ends? What should you do if your issues return in the future?

TREATMENT
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Burn out symptoms
  • Personality disorders
  • ADHD and Autism (psychological assessment)
  • Post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms
  • Autonomy and identity issues
  • Other psychological issues
REGISTRATIONS
  • BIG registration GZ/Clinical psychologist: 69063436125
  • BIG registration Psychotherapist: 89063436116
  • AGB code healthcare provider: 94006594
  • Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number: 51098172
RATES AND REIMBURSEMENT

The treatments I provide are eligible for reimbursement from basic healthcare insurance. I adhere to the treatment rates set by the Dutch Healthcare Authority. You can find these on the website

However, because I do not have contracts with health insurers, the reimbursement percentage may vary. You can inquire about this with your health insurer.

The fee for no-shows or cancellations within 24 hours before the appointment is €75.00. This amount cannot be claimed from your health insurer.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

I am a member of the Dutch Institute of Psychologists (Nederlands Instituut voor Psychologen).

DISPUTES COMMITTEE

I am a member of the P3NL disputes committee, affiliated to the NIP.

WAITING TIME

The current waiting time for registration is 4 weeks.