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The Cost of Cultural Erasure: What Standard Care Overlooks
You speak English. Your therapist speaks English. Yet, you still feel like they don’t get it. The truth is, language is only the surface level. Without acknowledging the roots of your lived experiences, the systems you grew up in and the values that shaped your worldviews, therapy can feel hollow or out of place.
Dr Eleftheria Koutsonika
Apr 223 min read


Navigating Pregnancy Abroad: Understanding Challenges and the Role of Psychological Support for Pregnant Expats in the Netherlands
Need support right now? You can book a free 30-minute introductory call with me here, before reading further: https://calendly.com/eriatherapy-info/30min Pregnancy is one of the most profound identity shifts a person can experience. A journey of immense transformation. However, embarking on this journey away from your "village" or original support network introduces a unique layer of vulnerability. When your roots are still finding their way into new soil, the transition to
Dr Eleftheria Koutsonika
Apr 73 min read


The Revolution of the "In-Between"
When you move abroad, a quiet shame often whispers that you "should have it all figured out by now." But what if the messy middle isn't a failure, but the goal itself? Dive into a reflection on Cavafy’s "Ithaka," the myth of arrival, and why the most transformative growth happens in the space between who we were and who we are becoming.
Dr Eleftheria Koutsonika
Mar 204 min read


The Hidden Grief of Moving Abroad: Why a "Better Life" Can Feel So Sad
You’ve secured the visa, found an apartment, and even landed the dream job you spent months working towards. To the outside world, you have succeeded. But in between unpacking boxes, building new routines, and navigating unknown streets, a heavy feeling settles in. You moved for a better life. So why do you feel so sad?
Dr Eleftheria Koutsonika
Mar 115 min read
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