My name is Tjeu Theunissen and I am a Dutch clinical psychologist, academic researcher, and entrepreneur.
I currently live as a diplomatic spouse in Bangalore, India, where I work remotely and am completing a Ph.D. in online therapy (topic: digital EMDR).
I hold Master’s Degrees in Mental Health (Adult Psychopathology) and Psychology and Law and have completed the Dutch (2-yr) Post-Master Training Programme for Healthcare Psychology.
I am a qualified and award-winning University teacher and have enjoyed teaching and training many young professionals as a lecturer in psychology at Maastricht University (The Netherlands).
I also teach and train other psychologists in doing online therapies assisted with innovative technology.
I have 12+ years of therapy experience as a psychologist in the (international) private, specialized, and rehabilitation care systems.
I’m a certified Associative Leadership & Executive Coach, Organizational Coach, and Life Coach
I have 7+ years of C-level experience in Health Tech, of which 2x Startup Founder experience (1 exit). My first company was accepted into Y Combinator (W18).
My Credentials and Professional Affiliations
My expertise is recognized through a variety of licenses and accreditations from professional boards.
As a certified therapist, coach, and trainer, I bring a holistic and multidimensional approach to personal and professional development.
These affiliations reflect my dedication to professional growth, client success, and adherence to the highest industry standards.
My Mental Struggles as a business leader
As a business leader, I battled extensively with keeping a healthy work-life balance. Having a severe visual disability, I had to work harder and smarter to overcome several hurdles.
When my first company got accepted into the world’s #1 incubator program, ‘Y-Combinator,’ and I moved to Silicon Valley, my sensitivity got poked hard.
I systematically allowed my dedication to my company to trump my mental health. During this period, I have received professional coaching and therapy myself.
This is me with Michael Seibel (former CEO at Y Combinator)
My Mission
My approach is rooted in the belief that a healthy mind is the foundation for a successful business.
My ultimate goal is to ensure that mental health and profitability go hand in hand, creating a thriving workplace where everyone can succeed.
