Your growth, our focus

At van de Bilt Psychology, we believe in tailored solutions. Every person is unique, and together we will find an approach that fits your challenges and goals. Step by step, we move forward.

Tailored support

Welcome to van de Bilt Psychology, where personal growth and well-being take center stage. I am Mattia, a psychologist specializing in cognitive and trauma psychology. My approach is direct and solution-focused, aimed at breaking through limiting patterns and creating lasting change together.

Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or professional challenges, I offer personalized guidance and/or treatment tailored to your unique needs. During a free introductory consultation, we will explore how I can best support you.

On this website, you can learn more about who I am, the services I offer, and how I may be of help. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Concerns & services

You can contact me for support with personal, relational, and professional challenges ranging from stress, anxiety, and trauma to issues around self-image, communication, and conflict management.

Personal challenges

Relational challenges

Work-related challenges

About me

My name is Mattia, and I am a psychologist with a strong focus on personal development and sustainable change. My journey in psychology began at the University of Applied Sciences in Leiden, where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Applied Psychology. Through internships and professional experience in general mental healthcare, I discovered my passion for helping people break through limiting patterns and achieve their goals.     

Over the years, I have specialized further including in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and as a registered SKJ Youth Professional and cognitive behavioural therapist. These methods help me tailor my approach to the unique needs of each person. My style is clear, collaborative, and focused on gaining insight that leads to lasting change.

Explore what’s possible together

A no-obligation intro session shows how we will achieve your goals together. No waiting lists.

What clients say about our process

Everyone’s journey is unique here’s what some clients have shared about theirs.
“Ik kwam terecht bij Mattia toen ik last had van paniek- en angstklachten, die op een niveau kwamen waar ik in m’n eentje niet meer uitkwam en daarom hulp ben gaan zoeken. De sfeer bij het intakegesprek via de telefoon en de eerste afspraak was heel gemakkelijk. Mattia stelt de juiste vragen, die zorgen voor nieuwe inzichten, en luistert zonder oordelen en dat zorgde ervoor dat een groot deel van de schaamte rondom mijn casus wegviel bij mij. Tijdens de sessies hebben wij een duidelijk behandelplan opgesteld van CGT en EMDR en in combinatie met wat huiswerk en doelen per sessie merkte ik snel progressie. In de gesprekken is Mattia niet bang om eigen ervaringen of gevoelens te delen die zorgen voor een stukje gelijkheid en luchtigheid, wij hebben ook veel gelachen tijdens de sessies. Op den duur merkten we alle twee dat het steeds beter ging en toen hebben we samen besloten dat het voor nu goed is, op basis van dat wij beiden vertrouwen dat ik klaar ben voor de toekomst en de bijbehorende moeilijke momenten. Hierbij altijd met het idee dat ik altijd even contact kan zoeken om weer eens te sparren en dat is een fijn idee. Ik ben blij hoe snel ik terecht kon, omdat dit erger heeft voorkomen. Mijn dank is heel groot want door onze gesprekken ga ik met een goedgevulde toolbox de toekomst in die ervoor zorgt dat ik dingen minder angstig inzie maar juist positiever. Mattia is een zeer kundige en fijne therapeut en ik ben heel ontzettend blij met het resultaat van ons traject en onze gesprekken zullen mij sterk bijblijven!”
“In maart jl. zijn we het coachingstraject begonnen. Ik heb me specifiek gericht op een coach met een psychologische achtergrond, omdat ik meer diepgang wilde in het waarom van bepaalde vraagstukken in plaats van direct te zoeken naar dé oplossing. De kennismaking met jou was warm en ik voelde meteen een goede connectie. Doorvragen en oprechte (wederzijdse) interesse vormen een goede voedingsbodem voor mooie gesprekken. Wat me direct opviel was dat je inging op het gevoel van specifieke situaties uit mijn leven. Dat was in eerste instantie confronterend, omdat je het moment en het gevoel weer beleeft. Het waarom van dat gevoel interpreteerde je zelf, en dat vond ik prettig — zeker in combinatie met de theorie erachter. Ik ben analytisch ingesteld, dus dat sprak me erg aan. Zelfs als je “best goed” antwoordt op de vraag “hoe gaat het?”, wordt er doorgevraagd op dat woordje “best”. Daardoor word je gedwongen om je gevoel echt onder woorden te brengen. Ik had het idee dat ik door eerdere coaching al veel zelfkennis had. Wat nog ontbrak was het vertrouwen in mezelf, met name rondom zelfvertrouwen en perfectie. Ik heb het gevoel dat ik daarin door jou ben gesteund en heb geleerd dat de wereld echt niet alleen met mij bezig is, al voelt dat soms wel zo. Dat heeft me geholpen om los te laten en steviger in mijn schoenen te staan. Wat ik bijzonder vind aan het traject is dat inzichten ontstaan door gesprekken, zonder huiswerk of opdrachten. Het voelt niet als trucjes leren, maar meer als een reset van gedachten, waardoor je in bepaalde situaties anders handelt. De EMDR-sessies vond ik bijzonder om te doen. Een soort “kracht van de eenvoud”. Op het moment zelf minder belastend dan kort daarna. Moe en een beetje zweverig. Heb ik er iets aan gehad? Ik denk het wel, en ik ben benieuwd hoe dit doorwerkt in mijn dagelijks leven. Doordat ik meer rust in mijn hoofd ervaar, heb ik het idee dat dit ook een positief effect heeft op mijn lichamelijke klachten. Ik kan de correlatie niet bewijzen, maar ik geloof er wel in. Al met al heb ik het gevoel dat ik stappen in de goede richting heb gezet. Het heeft tijd nodig om dingen echt te laten landen. Daarom zou ik het prettig vinden om mijn vorderingen periodiek te blijven monitoren. Ik heb de samenwerking met jou als coach en als persoon tot nu toe als positief en effectief ervaren.”
"After experiencing burnout at work, I was given the opportunity by my employer to choose a coach. I chose Mattia based purely on first impressions, but after just one session, I knew I had made the right choice. In addition to his great advice, we had a strong connection. This made it easy for me to open up almost immediately, and I believe that accelerated my process. Mattia is a fantastic sounding board. He knows exactly what to say — or not say — to help you arrive at your own solutions. He’s also not afraid to talk about his own shortcomings, which reminds you that no one is perfect. For anyone who struggles with opening up or being honest with themselves, I highly recommend Mattia!"
"My experience with Mattia has been incredibly positive. From the very beginning, I felt heard and understood, and his genuine involvement allowed me to open up completely. He had a unique ability to get to the core of my issues, seeing it as a personal challenge to uncover what was truly behind my patterns. Every session felt refreshing and valuable, and his insights not only helped me achieve my goals but also allowed me to understand myself on a deeper level. What I especially appreciate is that he brings a young, fresh energy to the conversations. He’s a vibrant, enthusiastic personality who has the ability to make difficult topics feel lighter without losing any depth. Thanks to his guidance, I now feel grounded again, with renewed self-confidence and a clear perspective on my life. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and insight he has given me, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for someone who truly thinks along with you and challenges you to achieve your goals!"
You have the best personality I could ask for in a psychologist. You taught me a lot and I cannot thank you enough, as you might have noticed. There were a few difficult times, but I gradually overcame them with the help of others and you. I still think life is hard, but i am sure someone or something, or I, is going to change that. Together or alone, in easy or difficult times, whether i am young or old, nothing is going to stop me anymore.
"I found Mattia online when I was looking for a psychologist who also understands what it means to be an entrepreneur. From the very first session, it was clear that Mattia is an entrepreneur himself. What I really appreciated was that Mattia truly listens and offers a tailored approach. In the first sessions, we mainly focused on setting goals and digging deep into the issues together. The atmosphere was relaxed, which made it very easy to talk and allowed us to make quick progress. What I personally thought was great is that Mattia shares things from his own life during the sessions and uses examples from his own experiences. This made it easier for me to understand and apply his tips. You can immediately see that something has worked for him, which makes it directly applicable. I never felt like I was being read some rule or law that supposedly works just because it’s written in a book. Everything was supported either by personal experience or practical examples. We also came up with a theory about the cause of panic attacks — one that still needs to be proven — but it made a huge difference for me. Thank you so much for the past few months and best of luck with your business!"
"Dear Mattia, thank you for everything over the past period. I’ve learned a lot, but I know I’ll need to keep working on it. Through this process — which you helped set in motion — I’ve gradually come to understand myself better, piece by piece. Thank you again for that!"
"I’ve been very satisfied with Mattia’s guidance throughout my process. He gave me the necessary self-reflection and assignments to work through my challenges on my own. What was important for me was that I wasn’t given too much direction, because the answers were within me. I didn’t realize that at the start of the process, but Mattia was able to provide the right support with care and understanding. Because of that, I think the process didn’t follow the typical path—and that was actually perfect, especially if you’re not a typical person yourself. Each week, I genuinely looked forward to our next session and what I might learn from it. Secretly, I always wanted to stay a little longer than necessary. I can wholeheartedly recommend Mattia!"
"Mattia helped me step out of a situation I had felt stuck in for a long time, without really knowing how to get out. Through our conversations, I discovered that I am worth much more than the situation I was in at the time. Although change is difficult and scary, with his help and guidance I found the courage to take the step toward a life in which I’ve learned to respect my own boundaries and communicate them to others."
"What sets Mattia apart from other therapists is his openness and his ability to avoid jumping to conclusions too quickly. Before forming any judgment, Mattia makes sure that enough questions are asked — diving deep to find answers that are truly meaningful. You can clearly see how engaged he is by the way he asks his questions and how he then thoughtfully reflects on the possible answers. The fact that Mattia is so involved and shows genuine interest gave me a sense of safety to open up to him. He made it easy for us to focus on identifying patterns and finding meaningful answers together."

Fees & reimbursements

More and more employers and unions recognize the importance of personal development. There is a good chance your collective labor agreement (CAO) includes a personal development or training budget. This amount is reserved by your employer and can, upon agreement, be used for coaching or career counseling. You can find your CAO online or request it from your HR manager. Bring it with you to our first meeting so we can explore the possibilities together.    

In many cases, (part of) the trajectory can be reimbursed by your employer. The personal development budget (POB), also called individual development budget (IOB) in some CAOs, is an annual amount available for individual development. This budget may be used for coaching, guidance, or therapeutic treatment.