What happens when you want to feel at home in a new place but find yourself torn between belonging and leaving behind a part of yourself?
As with other significant life transitions that require adapting to change, going through a migration process—whether driven by necessity or by choice—places us in a series of novel situations without the support network and resources we once had.
Sometimes, it can be challenging to receive support from our family and friends if they perceive our situation as desirable and struggle to imagine the sacrifices or shortcomings each choice entails. At other times, feelings of shame or guilt may prevent us from expressing our need for support to those we left behind. More often still, we may choose to hide our suffering to protect our loved ones from worry.
Simultaneously, we might find it difficult to call the new place “home,” feeling a sense of loyalty to our roots or even fear of letting go of our cultural traditions. This often complicates the creation of a support network in our new environment.
In addition, encountering a new landscape, a different culture, perhaps a new language, or even discriminatory attitudes can lead us to experience a mourning process similar to that described for other types of losses. It is during this time that we may feel the need to seek support from a professional—someone who understands our situation and can help us, in a safe and compassionate environment, to build a bridge between our two worlds.
In just two clicks, you will find a dedicated calendar to schedule an informational appointment about migratory grief treatment. Simply follow the link to our first contact page.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
I invite you to get to know me and decide if I could be a good companion on the road.
within Reach
About me and how my practice offers mental health care to bring a sense of home to nationals and internationals.
Before we meet
Practical information before you start your therapeutic process so we can establish the boundaries of our relationship.
Here-and-now
The bridge between the different forms of human suffering we face and the therapeutic support to alleviate it.
Our next
Once your need for support has been addressed, you can decide which setting seems most appropriate for you to begin your journey to feeling better.
Psychology within Reach
Vuurvlindersingel, 403
3544 DB Utrecht
Netherlands
Phone +31 30 636 8981 info@psychologywithinreach.com
Mon.-Fri.– 9 am – 7:30 pm
