Welcome to Mental Hygiene Institute
Mental Hygiene Institute
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Mental Hygiene Institute was founded by psychologist Daniela van Mourik to provide compassionate and high-quality psychological care.
Mission
Creating a flow of peace today and planting seeds of hope for a kinder, brighter tomorrow.
Concept of Mental Hygiene Institute
Just as physical hygiene and the quality of our food are important, it is equally important to care for mental hygiene—the quality of thoughts and emotions. This philosophy lies at the heart of Mental Hygiene Institute.
Belief
Guided by compassion, respect, and dignity, the belief is that everyone deserves to feel understood.
Mental Hygiene Institute offers psychological treatment for mental health complaints such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress-related complaints
- Burnout
- Trauma-related complaints (including PTSD/CPTSD)
- ADHD and Autism
- Compulsive behaviours
- Phobias
- Emotional regulation difficulties – anger issues and much more
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate the need for psychological support include:
- Persistent low mood or sadness
- Difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly
- Excessive fear, worry, or guilt
- Mood instability
- Social withdrawal
- Fatigue or sleep disturbances
- Difficulties coping with daily stress
- Relationship or communication difficulties
- Changes in appetite or intimacy
- Frequent irritability or anger
- Trauma-related distress symptoms
- Feelings of hopelessness or emotional overwhelm
- And other psychological complaints affecting wellbeing and daily functioning
At Mental Hygiene Institute, you will find a warm, professional, and honest space to explore life’s difficulties without judgment. Therapy is a place where pain can be understood, emotions can be held safely, and new ways forward can begin.
Credentials
Daniela van Mourik is a member of EMDR Europe and also a member of the NIP (Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen), confirming that she holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is legally recognized by Dutch authorities to practice as a psychologist. Being a NIP psychologist certifies that she complies with the professional and ethical standards required to practice psychology in the Netherlands.
In addition, she holds a LOGO-verklaring, issued by the Association of National Consultation on Mental Health Care Educational Institutions, confirming that she has completed the necessary academic and professional training to provide psychological services according to Dutch standards.