- Trauma recovery
- Life transitions
- EMDR and mindfulness
About Marieke
Marieke Winkel is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). She has 11 years of experience helping people who are dealing with trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and major life changes. Marieke also works with relationship and family concerns and a range of related difficulties such as abandonment, attachment issues and chronic illness.
Her practice is practical and grounded. Sessions often begin with a clear focus on immediate concerns and on what feels most pressing. She draws on several therapy styles to match the person in front of her, using techniques that suit each situation rather than one fixed method.
Marieke uses approaches such as attachment-based work, client-centred listening, EMDR for trauma-related memories, mindfulness techniques and psychodynamic thinking. She explains ideas in plain language and helps people try out small changes between sessions. EMDR is offered as one of the tools when trauma memories are part of the problem.
Her background includes clinical roles in health services, specialist support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and teaching trainee counsellors. That mix means she is familiar with both short-term focused work and longer reflection on patterns that repeat in life.
Marieke speaks English and Dutch and accepts international clients. Before booking, people are asked to confirm current session formats and practical details through the service sign-up process.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
Marieke blends attachment-based work, client-centred practice and EMDR into her online offering. Attachment-based work looks at relationship patterns and how early connections affect current reactions; it can help when people feel stuck in repeated relationship dynamics. Client-centred practice uses active listening and reflection to let a person set the pace and priorities of sessions. EMDR is a trauma-focused approach that uses guided attention to work with distressing memories and reduce their intensity when they are causing symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Marieke will discuss options and try methods that fit a person's needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can shift as progress is made or priorities change.
Confirm the session formats available before booking as the biography does not list specific online methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. If people prefer shorter or longer sessions, or wish to combine different approaches such as EMDR and mindfulness, these preferences can be discussed when arranging appointments.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Dutch
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she support?
She helps people with trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and coping with life changes. Relationship and family-related problems are also included in her areas of focus.
How would she describe her therapy style?
She practises in a practical, person-focused way, combining listening with techniques from several therapeutic approaches. Sessions typically focus on what feels most urgent and on workable steps to try between meetings.
What experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience including clinical roles in health services, specialist services for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and work tutoring trainee counsellors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Dutch.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients. Check the service sign-up for any regional details that might affect arrangements.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.