Therapeutic Practice
“De Poort”

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily grind? Struggling to keep up with work, personal obligations, and life’s unexpected challenges? Talk about it with a professional. When chronic stress is left unaddressed, it can escalate into burnout- a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion than can drastically reduce your quality of life.

We’re here to help

With our combined experience and up-to-date knowledge, we can offer tools and techniques to better deal with chronic stress and burnout.

Anna Sukhikh

Michelle Bakker

Our Approach

Specialized

Chronic Stress and Burnout

We offer focused support for individuals experiencing chronic stress and burnout. With specialized training and experience in these areas, we help you understand the root causes, restore balance, and build sustainable habits for long-term wellbeing. Our approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique situation.

Client Oriented

It’s Up To You

Client-oriented therapy places you at the center of the process. Your goals, experiences, and pace shape the direction of each session. Rather than following a strict agenda, the therapist provides empathy, support, and collaboration, creating a space where you feel heard and empowered. This approach ensures that therapy is meaningful, personalized, and guided by what matters most to you.

Evidence Based Techniques

Acceptance And Commtiment Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern, evidence-based approach that helps people build psychological flexibility. Instead of trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or feelings, ACT teaches you to accept them, connect with the present moment, and take meaningful action guided by your values. The goal is to help you live a more fulfilled, authentic life—even in the presence of challenges.

About Us

Anna Sukhikh

Psychologist

Michelle Bakker

Psychologist NIP

We wrote this workbook for you

This book will guide you through the different phases from chronic stress and burnout to a fulfilling and sustainable way of life. It will give you an overview of where you stand in your process and what’s to come. You can use it by yourself or alongside our sessions for free.

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Contact Us

Do you have any questions or would you like to make an appointment? Don’t hesitate to contact us through the contactform or email. An initial telephone call is free of charge.

Email: contact@michellebakker.eu

Adres: Rijnsburgerweg 10, 2333AA Leiden

Costs

An initial call with any obligations is free of charge.

The intake and the following sessions cost € 100,- per hour or, for students: € 60 for 45 minutesand and are either online or live. Chronic stress and burnout are not covered by Dutch healthcare insurance, but sometimes international student insurances or employers do cover it.

There is no waitinglist and you don’t need a referral from your GP.

Privacy Policy

At Therapeutic Practice “De Poort”, we take your privacy seriously. When you contact us or use our services, we may collect basic personal information such as your name, email address, and phone number. If you become a client, we also keep confidential clinical notes as required by law and professional guidelines.

We use your information only to respond to your inquiries, manage appointments, and provide psychological services. We never sell your data and only share information when legally required or with your explicit consent.

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