Psychologist

Rico Idris

Anxiety
Mood
Purpose
Neurodiversity
Stress

Rico uses a practical and compassionate approach to help you understand the patterns that shape your life. He believes that how we do some things is often how we do all things. By looking at these connections, you can gain clarity on your well-being. Whether you are feeling anxious or looking for more purpose in your career, Rico works with you. He helps you build a clear picture of your path forward. Life has taught Rico that everyone carries a unique story. Growing up with a mixed background and living abroad for several years has given him a deep appreciation for different views. Having faced his own challenges, including loss, family changes, and questions about identity, he understands that life can be complex. These experiences have shaped his desire to be a person who helps others find their own strength and contentment. In your sessions, Rico focuses on your growth. He has experience supporting people from a huge variety of backgrounds and with all kinds of challenges. Rico has a personal affinity for 'outliers', people who are non-average, either due to their background, their personality, intelligence and/or neurodiversity. By combining psychological knowledge with a genuine interest in your story, he helps you understand why you feel a certain way and how you can move forward.

Portrait of Rico Idris, Psychologist

About Rico

Educational background

  • Master of Science in Clinical Psychology, Leiden University
  • Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology, University of Applied Sciences Leiden
  • Post-Master Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Post-Master Certificate in Schema Therapy
  • Post-Master Certificate in EMDR

Preferred therapeutic approach

CBT
ACT
Motivational Interviewing/Coaching

Working style

Rico treats your sessions as a co-operative process where you both stand on equal ground. He starts by listening closely to gather a full picture of your world, matching his professional insights with your unique context. He takes a gentle approach, sharing useful information to help you understand yourself better. While he offers professional guidance, he focuses on helping you to find and walk your own path.

"How we do some things, is how we do all things." "Nothing human is foreign to me."
Rico Idris