Meet the Team

Meet The People Behind The Circle

We’re a small team of psychologists in Leiden and online, offering integrative, intersectional and inclusive therapy for individuals and couples, workshops for the community and workplace wellbeing, and so much more. Whoever you are and wherever you come from, all parts of you are welcome here – with each of us. Read more about our mission and philosophy.

Ishana, Founder & Psycholoog NIP at The Circle Clinic in Leiden

Ishana

she/they

Founder & Psycholoog NIP

English · Italian

Adults, couples, dyads, polycules, groups and organisations

Leiden & online

I love fermenting things! I’ve been through phases of kombucha, kimchi, yoghurt, hot sauce, sourdough and cheese, and right now I’m obsessed with kefir (the grains were kindly gifted by a client). If you’d like some, just ask – I’m always happy to share.

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Doğa Tekeli, psychologist at The Circle Clinic, smiling on a wooden bench in front of green ivy

Doğa

she/her

Psycholoog NIP

English · Turkish

Adult individuals and groups

Leiden & online

I really enjoy going to the movies by myself in the morning. I get my coffee with a little snack and start my day with a story that I get to watch with other people; it happens to make me feel so happy and productive!

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Ellen Benedikovičová, psychologist at The Circle Clinic, smiling in front of green leafy shrubs

Ellen

she/her

Psycholoog NIP

English · Slovak · Czech

Adult individuals

Leiden & online

Cooking is my love language! It’s my favorite way to show love and care, and nothing makes me happier than bringing people together over good food. I also have a little party trick, if you will: take me to a restaurant, and chances are I’ll be able to recreate any dish at home without ever looking at a recipe!

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Laura, Psycholoog NIP at The Circle Clinic in Leiden

Laura

she/her

Psycholoog NIP

English · Estonian

Adult individuals

Leiden & online

Coming soon!

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Eloé, Psychologist at The Circle Clinic in Leiden

Eloé

she/her

Psychologist

English · French

Adult individuals

Paris & online

Coming soon!

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Nicole, Psycholoog NIP at The Circle Clinic in Leiden

Nicole

she/her

Psycholoog NIP

English · French

Adult individuals

Leiden or Utrecht & online

Coming soon!

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Portrait of Luzina, Practice Assistant at The Circle Clinic

Luzina

she/her

Practice Assistant

English · Tamil

I look after the practical side of the clinic: recording sessions, invoices and expenses, keeping client records safe and in order, and looking after the website and blog. If you have a question about an invoice or paperwork, I’m happy to help.

I love a good story, whether it’s in a book or on screen! I picked up Chinese and Korean through late-night dramas and a lot of BTS. Each language opens the door to a new culture, and I’m curious which one I’ll explore next.

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Not sure who feels like the right fit? Get in touch and we will help you find your way.