- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Workplace issues
About Tineke
Tineke Zwinkels offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships or life changes. She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and the knock-on effects of trauma. Her approach is straightforward and aimed at helping people feel steadier and more able to manage day-to-day demands.
Tineke creates an open and compassionate space where clients can talk without fear of judgement. She helps people see how events shape their thoughts, feelings and choices. Sessions focus on making sense of experiences and finding clearer ways to respond to stress and setbacks.
Over four years she has worked with issues such as panic attacks, phobias, addiction-related concerns, anger and feelings of isolation. She also supports people dealing with attachment struggles, codependency, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose. Workplace issues are included among the challenges she offers to address.
In practical terms, Tineke aims to help clients build self-understanding and steadier day-to-day routines. She supports the development of confidence and a stronger sense of worth. The goal is to leave clients better equipped to cope with similar or new difficulties in the future.
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Sessions are delivered in English and she works with people in the United Kingdom as well as international clients.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Many of the techniques Tineke uses are evidence-based and focus on helping people understand patterns in thoughts and feelings. One common approach looks at how past events and relationships shape current reactions, helping people spot repeating patterns and try new ways of relating. This can be useful for attachment issues, codependency and relationship worries.Another approach helps people learn practical coping skills for anxiety, panic and phobias by breaking problems into smaller steps and practising manageable changes. That style focuses on short-term strategies that reduce distress and build confidence over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Tineke will collaborate with each person to agree what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as goals and needs become clearer. She aims to tailor the balance of understanding, skills and practical changes to suit the individual.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow a shorter check-in during a lunch break or between commitments. It can also make sessions possible for people in different time zones, which is helpful for international clients.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Tineke help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, along with trauma, addictions and relationship difficulties.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is open and compassionate, helping clients talk through what they feel and think, and making sense of how past events affect current choices.
How much professional experience does she have?
Tineke has four years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and wellbeing concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practise?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted; confirm any time zone or scheduling needs when you arrange sessions.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a course of work with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.