Mental health: 6 signs it's time to see a psychologist in Anderlecht
Recognise the warning signs that justify seeing a psychologist, and find out where to turn in Anderlecht.
Why talk about mental health?
According to Sciensano's 2023-2024 Health Interview Survey, published in October 2025, nearly one person in six in Belgium (17.8% of people aged 15 and over) has an anxiety disorder, a depressive disorder or both, up from 14.4% in 2018. Asking for help is not always easy: talking to your GP is often a good first step.
First-line psychological care is available through Belgium's mental health networks, with contracted clinical psychologists and orthopedagogues. Since April 2024, an adult can receive, per 12-month period, up to 8 individual support sessions, or a course of treatment averaging 8 sessions (20 at most). From the age of 24, the personal contribution is €11 per individual session from the second session onwards (€4 with increased reimbursement status).
Six warning signs
1. Sadness that does not go away
Low mood, or a loss of interest and pleasure in usual activities, for most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks, may point to a depressive episode.
2. Anxiety that takes over daily life
If you avoid certain situations (public transport, crowds, speaking in public) or if your worries keep you awake or stop you from concentrating, talk about it: psychological support can help.
3. Persistent sleep problems
Lasting difficulty falling asleep, waking up during the night or too early in the morning, with no obvious cause, can go hand in hand with depression or anxiety.
4. Dark thoughts or suicidal thoughts
Any thought about death or suicide, however fleeting, is a reason to speak to a professional quickly. In Belgium, the Centre de Prévention du Suicide answers 24/7 on 0800 32 123 (in French) and the Zelfmoordlijn answers 24/7 on 1813 (in Dutch). If someone is in immediate danger, call 112.
5. Increasing addictive behaviour
Drinking more alcohol, using more cannabis or tranquillisers, or gambling more often just to ‘keep going’ is a warning sign to take seriously.
6. Ongoing relationship conflicts
Repeated difficulties with your partner, your children or at work, with no improvement despite your efforts, may call for individual or couples support.
Where to turn in Anderlecht?
Your GP remains a first point of contact: they assess the situation, look for a possible medical cause, suggest treatment if needed and refer you to the right professional. Before your appointment, you can also take stock with our PHQ-9 questionnaire.
At Maison Médicale Parc Astrid, a psychologist sees patients on site. Our psychologist in Anderlecht page explains which languages she works in, her approaches and how to book. To find a contracted psychologist within a mental health network, check the INAMI/RIZIV website or ask your health insurance fund.
Sources
- Sciensano – Health Interview Survey 2023-2024: mental health (2025, in French)
- INAMI/RIZIV – First-line psychological care reimbursed through mental health networks (in French)
- WHO – Depressive disorder (depression), fact sheet (2026)
- Centre de Prévention du Suicide – helpline 0800 32 123 (in French)
- Zelfmoordlijn 1813 (in Dutch)