Britt Slief

Britt is a psychologist at OpenUp. Her approach is client-oriented, warm and professional.

In the sessions, attention is paid to what makes your life meaningful and how to deal with obstacles. Together with you, she looks at which first step can be taken towards a more meaningful life. She believes it is crucial that the first step will be an achievable goal. Britt attaches great importance to a safe and familiair environment during the sessions.

In the sessions, your request for help and need is central. Based on this, Britt looks which approach fits. She works with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Britt completed her bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology and master’s degree in Healthcare Psychology at the University of Amsterdam. She conducted research within sexology for both her bachelor’s and master’s theses. After her studies she worked as a psychologist within the Basis GGZ en Specialistische GGZ. She has worked here with anxiety, depression, burnout and identity problems.

To take good care of her own mental health, Britt can often be found in nature with her two dogs. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Britt speaks Dutch and English.