Insured with VGZ? Pay Only €20 Per Therapy Session in 2026
Good news for everyone insured with VGZ: therapy at Better Minds GGZ just became simpler and more affordable.
In 2026, VGZ-insured clients pay just €20 per session, plus the statutory deductible (eigen risico). We bill VGZ directly, so there’s no upfront payment and no claims to file yourself.
What this means for you
Finding mental health care in a new country is hard enough. Paperwork and surprise invoices shouldn’t be part of it.
If you’re insured with VGZ:
You pay €20 per session plus your deductible (€385 in 2026).
We send the bill to VGZ, so you don’t have to.
The average waiting time for a first appointment is about one week.
Therapy in the language you feel at home
Feeling understood starts with being able to express yourself. Our international team offers individual therapy for adults in
🇬🇧 English
🇹🇷 Turkish
🇵🇱 Polish
🇬🇷 Greek
🇳🇱 Dutch
🇩🇪 German
🇺🇦 Ukrainian
🇯🇵 Japanese
We treat anxiety, panic, depression, burnout, trauma and PTSD, and OCD. We also support expats with the stress, homesickness or low mood that can come with life in the Netherlands. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Three locations, plus online
Leiden Main: Gabriël Metzustraat 46, very close to central station
Leiden: Rapenburg 65, in the historic city centre
Oegstgeest: Rhijngeesterstraatweg 40D, in a quiet green area with free parking
Prefer not to travel? We also offer secure online (hybrid) sessions. We like to meet in person for the intake.
How to get started
Visit your GP (huisarts) and ask for a referral for mental health care.
Your GP sends the referral to us through ZorgDomein.
We call you to plan your first appointment.
You’ll need a valid BSN number.
Questions? Email contact@betterminds.nl or call 071 203 24 13 (Mon to Fri, 9:00 to 18:00).
Disclaimer: The rates, insurer agreements, deductible and waiting times mentioned here apply to 2026 only. They may change in 2027. A GP referral and a (suspected) mental health disorder are required for insured care. Better Minds GGZ offers outpatient care and cannot provide care in acute crisis situations. If you need urgent help, contact your GP, call 112, or reach your local crisis service.
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