Read here how other couples and individuals have experienced their guidance at Groepspraktijk De Alverberg. To ensure privacy, we have of course adjusted the names and some details in these texts. But the testimonials are honest and directly from the hearts of the people who have gone through a process here.
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Our relationship was on the verge of breaking up. My partner, the manager of a company, always brought his work home with him. At home, I often felt completely ignored and last on the list. The stress of his work, verbal aggression and tension over our sex life only made things worse between us.
Therapy with Kelly was a tipping point for us. Although the situation is certainly not yet resolved, we finally figured out how to handle it. Now we can consider how to move forward, instead of giving up everything out of frustration. We are at a turning point that feels like the beginning of our recovery.
– Katleen and René
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Our experience with Kelly Esseldeurs as a couples therapist was extremely valuable. What began as recurring arguments about housekeeping in our newly blended family turned out to be more than a practical issue. Thanks to Kelly, we uncovered the deeper dynamics behind our conflicts.
She guided us with respect and helped us communicate honestly about expectations, desires and frustrations. Her insightufl questions revealed how each of our roles impacted the family. This awareness was sometimes confronting, but essential for truly reconnecting. The therapy brought clarity, understanding and greater peace to our relationship.
– Stefaan and Laura
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After years of struggling with the impact of my husband’s depression, we decided to start couples therapy with Kelly Esseldeurs. Through Partner Accommodation Therapy, I learned to get actively involved in my husband’s process, which helped us carry the depression together without losing myself.
Kelly provided a safe space for open communication, helping us to rediscover our connection and respect. I learned to set boundaries and apply self-care, and came to understand that I was not responsible for his depression, but rather for my own reactions. These insights gave me strength and helped us grow as a couple, with room for both the relationship and our personal development.
– Janine and Peter
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After years together, we had grown emotionally distant, living more like roommates than partners. We no longer had deep conversations. Kelly helped us see our situation clearly—sometimes even drawing it out on paper, allowing us to see what was going on. a real eye-opener.
She taught us how to close that emotional gap, share our feelings, and express our desires in ways we never had before. Thanks to her guidance, we feel truly connected again—both emotionally and physically. Big thanks for the way you helped us.
– Judith and partner
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We argued constantly about everyday things and our differences in expectations. Kelly has helped us understand each other better and, more importantly, treat each other more respectfully. We already feel more on the same page and are better able to work through arguments.
We are grateful for her patience, because there was a lot of crisis between us. Now we have found peace with the tools we learned from Kelly. Thank you.
– Sari and Joao
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Kelly’s approach is truly wonderful. She works expertly, but also shows a lot of empathy and respect. What benefited us most were the practical tools to strengthen our relationship,as well as the opportunity to grow—both individually and as a couple. For example, I learned to truly listen to my feelings and express them.
I’m so grateful to have had Kelly as our therapist. Her insight and professionalism were unwavering, no matter the chaos we sometimes brought into our sessions. At times, I felt ashamed of that, but Kelly always made me feel at ease, creating a space where I could be myself and talk about anything without fear or judgment.
– Dina
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Therapy for me was not just about the relationship, but also about personal growth. Kelly helped me understand blockages that were holding me back as an individual from getting attached to my partner. I learned how to be a better partner, but also became a stronger person.
I now have a much better relationship with myself, and I sense more quickly when something is not going my way and why this happens. The counseling allowed me to grow and understand myself better. The insights I gained during these sessions have a lot of value, both in my relationship and in my personal life.
– Philippe
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We often argued, especially when we didn’t know how to express our frustrations. Kelly taught us not only to communicate better, but also to understand each other’s points of view without judgment. Our confrontations became increasingly heated, but with Kelly’s help, we learned how to resolve our conflicts in a calm, respectful way.
We now have the tools to stay calm even when we disagree. We are now not only a stronger couple, but also better communicators.
– Ine and Joris
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Our relationship was on the verge of collapse after discovering infidelity. We felt lost, hurt and didn’t know how to move on.
Kelly helped us rebuild trust, one step at a time. Her patience, support and the safe space she created gave us the strength to move forward together. She guided us through pain, but also through hope and recovery. Thanks to her guidance, I now dare to face the future again, knowing that we are stronger, even if sometimes it is still hard to understand how this could happen to us. And yes, I say us, because I realise now that I myself was also part of the problem.
– Katja and Geert
