Therapy for life abroad
Helping you feel like yourself again, wherever you are.
From those who went before you
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"I genuinely feel like myself again."
— Isabel
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"I’m communicating more, and my relationships have gotten a lot better because of it."
— Thomas
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"I feel calmer, clearer, and less stuck in my own head."
— Liz
Going abroad can be exciting, but there is a side to it people don’t really say out loud. You can meet people, make plans, and stay busy, yet still feel lonely. Not because you’re alone, but because those connections don’t feel deep or steady yet.
You enjoy the freedom, but the highs and lows feel more intense than you expected. You might notice yourself feeling more anxious, low, or overwhelmed than you did back home, while also feeling guilty toward people there for not being as present.
You catch yourself thinking: why is this so hard? Because moving countries doesn’t change what’s underneath. The overthinking, the pressure, and the relationship patterns you had back home don’t stay behind. They show up here, too.
If this feels familiar
What we can work on
You worked hard to build a life abroad. Therapy can help you actually enjoy it. If you recognize yourself in one or more of these, you have come to the right place.
Anxiety & overthinking
ADHD & cognitive overload
Low mood & burnout
Relationship patterns & attachment
Life transitions & uncertainty
Overwhelm & pressure
Identity & self-esteem
Meet your therapist
I'm Sophie Bezemer, a Dutch-trained psychologist helping people feel at home in their lives, wherever they are in the world.
I grew up in the Netherlands, lived in Southeast Asia, and now call Mexico City home. I've moved countries, solo traveled, and built a life from scratch more than once. I know how exciting life abroad can be, but also how lonely, overwhelming, or disorienting it can feel beneath the surface.
My approach is warm, practical, and evidence-based. I integrate CBT, ACT, attachment theory, schema therapy, and mindfulness, depending on your goals and what fits you best. I want you to leave each session not only feeling understood, but with clear insights and practical tools you can apply in everyday life. We don't just talk about what's happening. We work together to create meaningful, lasting change.
Therapy with me is a space where you can be completely honest. We'll explore difficult emotions, challenge old patterns, celebrate progress, and sometimes even laugh together. Growth doesn't have to happen in a room that feels heavy all the time.
Just because you can do it alone doesn't mean you have to. Asking for help is the first step toward feeling like yourself again.
Start with a free 20-minute intro call
A zero pressure, welcoming conversation to share what’s been going on and see if we are the right fit.
Ways to work together
Life abroad reset
4-week structured program
Price: €395 (≈ $455 USD)
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Video session
50-min individual session
Price: €85 (≈ $98 USD)
Phone session
50-min individual session
Price: €85 (≈ $98 USD)
Depending on where you live and how the sessions relate to your work, you may be able to claim them as a business expense. Check with your local accountant to see what applies to you.
Self-employed?
From over-functioning to grounded
You moved abroad for freedom, but lately, you are just surviving the days. The old baggage crossed the border with you, and managing the constant overthinking has become exhausting.
This high-impact, four-week program is designed to stop the over-functioning loop and regulate your nervous system so you can finally inhabit your life.
4 weekly deep-dives: High-focus, 50-minute clinical sessions to shift from survival mode to stability.
Unlimited chat support: Continuous access between sessions for real-time adjustments.
A practical roadmap: Direct psychological strategy tailored to your specific challenges, combined with immediate behavioral tools.
Priority booking: First selection of session times for consistent momentum.
This is for the professional ready to stop managing symptoms and start commanding their environment. Capacity is strictly limited to ensure intensive clinical focus.