Neuropsychologist & Therapist — Amsterdam

Find your way back
to yourself

Evidence-based therapy rooted in compassion and curiosity, built on the belief that meaningful change doesn't come from understanding alone, but from experience, embodiment, and learning to live differently.

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Djai Baaten
About

Where science meets
the bigger questions

Trained in both neuropsychology and clinical psychology, I work at the intersection of brain, body, someone's personal history, and environment. Rather than looking at any one piece in isolation, my approach weaves these together into a holistic understanding of who you are and what you're going through.

My work is equally shaped by eastern traditions — meditation, yoga, and contemplative practice — as it is by western clinical science. I'm drawn to the big questions: what makes a meaningful life, how we relate to suffering, what it means to truly grow up and show up. Modern philosophy, ancient wisdom, and rigorous psychology all have a seat at the table.

Based in Amsterdam, I work with people navigating anxiety, burnout, substance abuse, trauma, life transitions, and the feeling that there must be more to life than this.

Neuropsychology
Clinical Psychology
Eastern Practices
Philosophy
Services

How I can help

Every person's journey is unique. I offer several pathways to support your growth and wellbeing.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions focused on the issues you're experiencing in life right now — whether they're clinical in nature or more focused on personal growth. A safe space to explore what's holding you back and build psychological flexibility, available both online and in person in Amsterdam.

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Ripple Surf Therapy Retreats

Psychology in action. Ripple brings evidence-based therapeutic frameworks out of the therapy room and into the ocean. Small-group retreats (max 15) in Morocco, Portugal, and Nicaragua combining surf, therapy, and yoga — creating the perfect conditions to vastly accelerate the therapeutic learning process. One week here is like six months in therapy.

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Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy

Private 1-on-1 psychedelic-assisted therapy sessions, grounded in years of deep involvement in the field. As former manager at the OPEN Foundation and the International Conference on Psychedelic Research (ICPR), and through an ongoing collaboration with Magnolia Clinics — one of the few places in the world where clinical psychedelic-assisted therapy is legally offered — I bring both scientific rigour and therapeutic sensitivity to this work. Sessions can be facilitated through Magnolia Clinics or arranged privately.

31-Day Mindfulness Course

A self-paced, fully recorded online mindfulness programme delivered through WhatsApp. Over 31 days, you'll learn the fundamentals of meditation — from breath awareness to body scanning to compassion practice — building a sustainable daily habit one step at a time, at your own pace.

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My Approach

Rooted in what works

Therapy isn't about fixing what's broken — it's about learning to move toward what matters, even when life feels hard.

01

Listen & Understand

We begin by mapping your inner landscape — your values, your pain points, the patterns that keep you stuck. No judgement, just genuine curiosity about your experience.

02

Open & Explore

Through ACT, schema therapy, EMDR, somatic awareness, and experiential exercises, we create space between you and your difficult thoughts. You learn to hold discomfort without being controlled by it.

03

Move & Commit

Armed with clarity about your values, you begin taking meaningful action. Small, brave steps that compound into lasting change — building a life that feels truly yours.

Client Experiences

Words from those who've walked this path

Real stories from people who chose to show up for themselves.

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Djai works thoroughly. We really got to the bottom of things, and he made me feel safe enough to go there. What surprised me most is that it wasn't all heavy — we laughed a lot too. He's warm, sharp, and genuinely fun to work with.

M.K. Individual Therapy
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For the first time in years, I feel like I can breathe. The combination of therapy and ocean-based work unlocked something I couldn't access through talk therapy alone.

S.R. Surf Therapy Retreat
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I'd known for years that I wanted to do this, but I was terrified to actually take the step. From the very first conversation, Djai put me at ease. I couldn't have wished for a better guide through this whole experience.

L.V. Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
Pricing

Investment in yourself

Transparent pricing for meaningful work. Every journey looks different — here's what to expect.

Individual Therapy

€150
per session

One-on-one therapy sessions, available online or in person in Amsterdam. Typically 50–60 minutes, focused on your specific needs and goals.

Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy

From €1,500
full programme

A comprehensive therapeutic programme including:

  • An intake session of 2.5 hours
  • An extended intake report
  • A full-day active session with psychedelics
  • An extended integration session (or more, depending on your needs)

Please note: These services are not reimbursed by health insurance. If cost is a barrier, I'm always open to a conversation about adjusted pricing — meaningful support should be accessible to those who need it.

Get in Touch

Ready to begin?

The hardest step is often the first one. Reach out — let's have a conversation about what's possible for you.

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Let's connect

Whether you're looking for individual therapy, interested in an upcoming retreat, or simply have questions — I'd love to hear from you.

Location Amsterdam, Netherlands
Email [email protected]
Availability Mon – Fri, by appointment