Jasper Hendriks, PhD

Dr. Jasper Hendriks is a leading researcher and educator in the field of romantic relationships, intimacy, and emotional wellbeing. Over the past 12 years, he has combined academic research with applied interventions to help individuals and couples foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches, cross-cultural perspectives, and measurable outcomes for emotional and relational growth.

Specialization

Romantic Relationships & Intimacy
Couples Therapy & Relationship Interventions
Attachment Theory & Emotional Intelligence
Conflict Resolution in Partnerships
Cross-cultural Relationship Dynamics

Education

2005–2009: BSc in Psychology, University of Amsterdam
2009–2011: MSc in Clinical Psychology, Utrecht University
2011–2015: PhD in Romantic Relationship Dynamics, Leiden University

Professional Experience

2015–2018: Relationship Research Specialist, Dutch Institute of Social Research
2018–2022: Senior Lecturer in Romantic Relationship Studies, University of Amsterdam
2022–Present: Director of Romantic Relationship Programs, European Institute for Emotional Wellbeing
Consultant for international NGOs on relationship education and couple-focused interventions

Research Cases & Project Highlights

Cross-Cultural Couples Study (2017–2019): Investigated 1,200 couples across Europe and Asia to analyze attachment styles and conflict resolution. Result: Developed a scalable digital toolkit for couples, increasing self-reported satisfaction scores by 27%.
Emotion-Focused Intervention Program (2020–2021): Implemented a six-week intervention for 450 couples experiencing communication challenges. Result: 82% of participants reported improved communication and emotional understanding.
Online Relationship Education Platform (2022–2023): Created an evidence-based course targeting young adults (18–30). Result: Over 10,000 active users with measurable improvements in empathy and conflict management skills.

Selected Publications

Hendriks, J. et al. (2021). "Attachment Styles and Romantic Satisfaction Across Cultures." Journal of Relationship Research, 15(3), 123–145.
Hendriks, J. (2019). "Emotion-Focused Interventions for Couples: A Meta-Analysis." International Journal of Couple Therapy, 41(2), 89–112.
Hendriks, J. & Van Leeuwen, M. (2018). "Digital Tools for Enhancing Romantic Communication." European Journal of Relationship Education, 6(1), 22–47.

Professional Memberships

International Association for Relationship Research (IARR)
European Society for Psychology of Relationships (ESPR)
Society for Emotion and Relationship Science (SERS)

Participation in International Projects

Lead Researcher, UNESCO "Couple Dynamics and Emotional Health in Europe" (2018–2020)
Advisor, WHO "Digital Relationship Education for Young Adults" (2021–2023)
Consultant, European Commission "Cross-Cultural Relationship Wellbeing Project" (2022–Present)

Work on Educational Programs

Designer of the "Healthy Relationship Curriculum" for university students
Developer of online modules on intimacy, communication, and conflict resolution
Training programs for therapists and educators on evidence-based couple interventions

Interviews, Lectures, and Podcasts

Guest on BBC World Service: “Modern Love and Communication”
TEDx Talk: “Building Emotional Resilience in Romantic Relationships” (2022)
Frequent contributor to the “Love Science” podcast

Unique Values and Experience

Jasper Hendriks integrates empirical research with practical interventions, providing actionable insights for individuals and couples. His emphasis on measurable outcomes, cross-cultural research, and digital tools positions him as a trusted authority in the field of romantic relationships.