Boundaries, Self-Worth & Communication Therapy for Expats & Digital Nomads

Living abroad can make boundaries feel even harder, especially when you’re building community, navigating cultural differences, or trying to “fit in.”
Many people mistake boundaries for rejection or control, but they’re actually about connection. They protect your energy so you can show up more fully and authentically in your life and relationships. For many expats and digital nomads, boundary struggles can intensify when you’re building a life far from familiar support systems or trying to maintain belonging in a new culture.

Does this sound familiar?

You often say yes when you mean no, and end up feeling resentful or drained.
You replay conversations, wondering if you were “too much” or “not enough.”
You find yourself over-explaining, people-pleasing, or shrinking to avoid conflict.
You take on emotional responsibility for others and struggle to put yourself first.
When someone sets a boundary with you, it can feel like rejection or abandonment.
Living abroad, you feel extra pressure to fit in, be easy-going or not cause tension, even when it costs you your peace.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. If this feels familiar, you’re warmly invited to book a free consultation to see if working together feels right.

How Boundary Struggles Affect Us

When we don’t have clear boundaries, it’s easy to lose ourselves in other people’s needs, expectations, or moods. Over time, this can leave you feeling resentful, drained or invisible, even in relationships that matter most to you.
Some common signs of boundary fatigue include:

Saying yes when you mean no, out of guilt or fear of conflict
Feeling responsible for other people’s emotions or happiness
Avoiding difficult conversations to “keep the peace”
Over-explaining or apologizing for having needs
Feeling anxious, resentful, or exhausted after social interactions
Struggling to trust yourself or know what you actually want

Many people mistake boundaries for rejection or control, but they’re actually about connection. They protect your energy so you can show up more fully and authentically in your life and relationships.

How I Can Help

Therapy for boundaries and self-worth isn’t about becoming cold or distant, it’s about learning how to stay kind without abandoning yourself. Together, we’ll look at what makes setting limits hard and build the emotional tools to communicate clearly, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Here’s how we’ll work together:

DBT & Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills – You’ll learn how to ask for what you need, set limits, and navigate conflict calmly — skills that make relationships feel safer and more balanced.
Self-Worth & Core Beliefs Work – We’ll uncover the beliefs (“I have to earn love,” “I can’t upset people”) that keep you stuck in over-giving patterns, and replace them with grounded confidence.
Mindfulness & Nervous System Regulation – You’ll practice noticing early signs of overwhelm and using tools to stay centered when old people-pleasing habits kick in.
Values-Based Communication (ACT) – You’ll learn to speak from your values, not from fear or guilt; expressing what’s true without apology.

Boundaries aren't about shutting people out; they’re about letting the right people in, and showing up in your relationships as your most authentic self.

How It Works

Free Consultation
We’ll meet for ~15 minutes so you can share what’s hardest and ask questions.
There is no pressure to commit; this is a space to ask questions and see whether working together feels right for you.

Intake & Mapping
In our first full session, we’ll explore where your boundary struggles come from: family patterns, past relationships, or the pressure to adapt to new environments. Together we’ll clarify what healthy, self-respecting boundaries could look like for you.

Weekly Therapy
‍We’ll meet weekly (or as agreed) to practice DBT and ACT-based skills for emotional regulation, assertive communication, and self-worth. You’ll learn to notice early signs of burnout or resentment and respond from calm, grounded confidence.

Integration & Maintenance
As you begin to feel more confident setting limits and expressing your needs, sessions gradually space out. We’ll focus on maintaining your progress; strengthening your sense of self, staying regulated, and communicating with authenticity long-term.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if past support hasn’t always felt safe. My goal is to make this process clear, collaborative, and paced in a way that respects your nervous system.

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What You Can Expect

Clients often say that with consistent work they:

Feel calmer and more confident expressing what they truly mean
Notice resentment and guilt fading as they practice new skills
Recognize early signs of overwhelm before burnout hits
Build relationships that feel more mutual and less draining
Start trusting themselves, and their limits, again

Frequently Asked Questions About Boundaries

Do I need to be “bad at boundaries” to start therapy?

Not at all. Many clients come to therapy because they’re tired of overthinking how to say no, or of giving too much. You don’t need to hit a breaking point, therapy can help you build balance before that happens.

What if setting boundaries feels selfish or mean?

That’s one of the most common fears. Boundaries aren’t about rejection; they’re about respect, for yourself and others.
They’re how we stay connected without losing ourselves. In therapy, we’ll explore how to express your needs with calm honesty, not defensiveness, so your relationships can feel more balanced and mutual.

What if people don’t respond well when I start setting boundaries?

That can happen, especially if you’ve been the “easy one” for a long time.
Therapy helps you stay grounded when others push back, and supports you in learning that discomfort doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. It usually means you’re doing something new.

I already know my boundaries — I just can’t seem to hold them. Why?

Knowing your limits is one thing; trusting yourself to honor them is another.
We’ll look at what gets in the way — fear, guilt, people-pleasing, old conditioning — and help you strengthen your self-trust so boundaries become something you live, not just think about.

What if I am afraid that setting boundaries will damage my relationships?

This fear is incredibly common. In reality, healthy boundaries tend to strengthen relationships by making them clearer and more sustainable. In therapy, we focus on helping you communicatein ways that protect connection rather than threaten it.

If you’d like to learn more about my background and approach, you can read more about me here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to common questions aboutstarting online therapy, sessions, and what to expect.

How do I get started?

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I am currently accepting new clients. Complete the contact form (link below). You can share what you're struggling with and what you're hoping to get out of therapy, or keep it brief if you're unsure of how to describe things right now.
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We’ll then schedule a free 15-minute consultation, where we can talk about what’s been feeling difficult and see whether working together feels like a good fit. There’s no obligation, it’s simply a chance to ask questions and get a sense of next steps.

Online contact form here.

What is your fee?

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My fee is 100 euros for one 50-minute session.
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We can begin with a free 15-minute consultation, so you can ask questions and see whether working together feels like a good fit before committing.

Do you offer sliding scale sessions?

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Yes, I offer a limited number of reduced-rate sessions for clients experiencing financial constraints.

If cost is a concern, feel free to mention this when you reach out and we can see whether availability allows.

What is your cancellation policy?

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Due to the very limited nature of appointments, you will be charged the full fee for cancellations with less than a 48-hour notice. I reserve your therapy time just for you, and last-minute cancellations do not allow me enough time to schedule someone else in that slot.

This policy allows me to manage my schedule fairly and ensures availability is respected.

Is there anything outside of your scope?

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Yes. Being clear about the scope of my work is a key part of ethical care.

I work with individual adults (18+), supporting concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, emotional regulation, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions, including the emotional impact of expat and digital nomad life.

There are certain areas, however, that fall outside my scope of practice. If any of the following apply, I will help you explore more appropriate care options or refer you to a trusted specialist:
• Active suicidal or homicidal thoughts, with a current plan or intent
• Ongoing self-harm behaviours (e.g., cutting, burning)
• Significant substance use or addiction requiring medical or inpatient support
• Psychotic symptoms (such as hallucinations or delusions)
• Psychological or diagnostic testing needs. Note: I am partnered with Mind Clinic in Budapest (www.mind.hu). This clinic offers robust psychological and diagnostic testing remotely via video.
• Full DBT programs requiring group skills training or 24/7 phone coaching

While I integrate DBT principles into my work, I do not offer a full DBT program. If that level of support is needed, I’ll help you connect with a program that provides it.
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My goal is always to ensure you receive care that truly fits your needs, whether that’s with me or with another qualified professional.

Do you offer in-person sessions?

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My practice is fully online, and I offer therapy via a secure Zoom link.

Working online allows me to support expats and digital nomads wherever they're based, while also giving clients the flexibility to fit therapy into their lives without commuting or navigating local healthcare systems.

Online research is well-research and effective, and for many people - especially those living abroad, it can feel more accessible and consistent than in-person sessions. I write more about this in my article "How to Pick a Therapist" if you'd like to explore this further. You can find the article HERE

Is your practice LGBTQ+ friendly?

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Yes. My practice is fully LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive. I welcome clients of all gender identities, sexual orientations and relationship structures, and I am committed to providing a space where you can show-up exactly as you are - without judgement or assumption.