We all have thoughts and feelings and some of these thoughts and feelings can perpetuate and reinforce bad habits. A psychologist can help you to change your behaviour by working with what you think and what you feel.
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Psychology & Psychotherapy
The Treatment
The psychologists at Medifit Reha rehabilitation centre work with various methods, mainly cognitive behavioural therapy, however, if necessary, there are other methodologies added in the treatment.
Within the treatment it is possible to shape the intensity of the therapy, from a more coaching approach to a therapeutic treatment.
EMDR
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and is an effectively proven treatment method for processing unpleasant experiences.
EMDR was developed in 1989 by Francine Shapiro to process traumatic events. Certain events can deeply affect people’s lives. A large part of those affected can process these experiences on their own. In others, psychological symptoms develop.
The EMDR treatment will gradually cause the memory / trauma to lose its power and emotional charge. It therefore becomes easier and easier to think back to the original event. In many cases, the memory images themselves also change. The treatment helps to give the shocking experience a place in the person’s life history.
Cognitive behavioural therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy is a combination of both behavioural therapy and conversation therapy. One of the founders of this therapy, the American psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck, developed a theory and a treatment method in which the client’s cognitions were central: his thoughts, fantasies, memories, and his views on events.
Cognitive behavioural therapy is one of the most widely used forms of treatment in the Netherlands. It is a short-term, structured form of therapy that focuses on the present and the future. The client’s story is important, and you learn to interpret negative thoughts differently, you get a more objective view of your own feelings and perceptions. As a result, negative feelings can disappear, and behaviour will change.
It is a practical approach with training in the treatment room, in real life and through homework.
If you suffer from…
- Reminders of the shocking event that keeps recurring, including
Imagery, frightening images (re-experiencing, flashbacks) and nightmares. - Complaints that have arisen as a direct consequence of a horrible experience, whereby thinking about it still evokes an emotional reaction
- Recurring compulsions or thoughts
- Addictions, eating disorders, phobias, anxiety disorders or panic disorders
- Chronic pain
- A negative self-image, dependency and/or insecurity
- Depression, mood problems, gloominess
- Tension issues, burn-out, overstrain, stress
- Relationship and work problems
- Sleeping problems
- ADD or other attention related problems
References
Mildred May, The Hague
I felt very comfortable thanks to the kind and caring therapists. I also stayed in a beautiful apartment where I could relax. These 6 weeks have made me much stronger and more confident.
Karin , Takes
Wauwww surely proud of myself but especially of all of you. The warm feeling when I think back I keep holding on to. Courage, strength, confidence and zest for life all fantastic gifts I was able to receive from your top team....
Frank Bierlee, Netherlands
On 09/11 I started the 8-week internal COPD Rehabilitation program at MedifitReha here in Spain. This was my last chance, I was no longer happy with this life. Everything due to the consequences of COPD. The gasping for breath, not being able to walk even 5 meters anymore, the lung attacks, and especially the gasping for breath.
And it wasn't pleasant for those around me to see me like that either.
Janine , Vorstenbosch
What an amazing experience it was and it brought me a lot. 8 weeks of rehabilitation both physically and mentally. In the setting of a very nice care hotel, where I really lacked nothing. Where I could relax in addition to the daily exercise and training. A bonus was meeting fellow sufferers. Many beautiful conversations in the evening on the terrace.
Jan-Luc , Coenen
After two knee surgeries in one year, I took the step to rehabilitate at Medifit Reha in Spain. The team of therapists and trainers took excellent care of me. In four weeks' time, they helped me so that I can now walk, climb stairs and cycle properly again. The collaboration between the highly skilled doctors and therapists is fantastic, which made me feel like I was always the center of attention as a patient. The high-quality care in a human environment ensured that I was able to make great progress in my rehabilitation. Thank you!
Debbie, Netherlands
You can literally leave your daily worries at home and fully focus on your recovery, both mentally and physically. A wonderful concept and wonderfully kind people! I have a goal again and feel a bit more positive about the future; before this adventure, that was completely absent!
Jos Jansen, The Netherlands
I trained intensively with the therapists for 8 weeks. As a result, I now have much more endurance. I also feel much better. The healthy air at the Costa Blanca has also helped significantly.
Klaas Jan Hindriks - Foreign Correspondent NOS, Netherlands
Your organization and treatment center is not only distinguished by its medical knowledge, but above all by the dedication and inspiring support of the extremely experienced employees.
Liliana L., Netherlands
My rehabilitation stay at MedifitReha in Dénia was exactly what I needed. Living with MS means dealing not only with physical limitations but also emotional challenges - and at MedifitReha, I felt supported in both areas.
The program is intensive, highly professional, and personalized. I trained for three, sometimes four hours a day, five days a week - always adapted to my capabilities. This level of intensity, care, and focus is simply not possible at home in the Netherlands. Yet it never felt overwhelming.
The team knew exactly how to challenge me in the right way.
I noticed real improvements: more strength, increased muscle mass, better balance, and most importantly - more confidence in my body. I also learned to accept certain limitations, which gave me peace of mind. After all, everyone has limitations - some due to illness, others due to age or life circumstances.
The daily hydrotherapy was particularly helpful - training in warm water allowed me to move freely and safely, without fear of falling. It was the perfect way to work on my balance and core stability. I also enjoyed the cognitive training with the VR headset - it was fun and playful, yet challenging at the same time.
Another important part of the program was the psychological support.
Chiel (Michael) & Aty , Visser-Dekker
Michael arrived in Moraira in a wheelchair and left with only a cane as a (temporary) support when walking. Far better than we had ever hoped for! Far better than we had ever hoped for!
Henny, Fishermen - White
For all fellow sufferers, no matter how sad the circumstances are, when you visit the rehabilitation clinic in Moraira, you can learn a lot with the cooperation of this fantastic team of therapists, both physically and mentally!
Nanda, The Netherlands
Really, what a fantastic rehabilitation center! Just got back 2.5 weeks after hip surgery. What a professional and lovely beautiful people! Highly recommended for anyone who gets "no" aftercare here, I recommend: go to Spain and Medifit ... health insurers reimburse this. Fantastic team!!
Jego, Netherlands
Medifit, a rehabilitation center where you get the care you need.
A great team, Anna, Gerard, Marjolein, Maria, Jef, and Monique.
These people give you a boost of positive vitamins.
I have made great progress, recommended for anyone who needs care.
Thank you! Much love and health to all of you.
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