Doing what matters.
You've done the things - study, good job, work hard - and life is pretty good. Until you look outside at a messy world and wonder if it's worth what it costs you.
You dream of a different life or want to feel better in the one you have. You aren't quite sure what you need or how to get there.
It's only natural to have questions. But do you have the time and headspace to explore them? And a supportive, objective person to talk to?
I help you make sense of things so you can live a life that feels aligned with what matters to you.
Making sense
Things are not always shiny and easy. Whether we are struggling in our personal lives or at work, they are almost impossible to separate.
Trauma, grief and loss are real and despite what popular culture might suggest, it's not negative or depressing to care.
Coaching provides a safe place to land in a world where the norm is to keep pushing and avoiding our emotions.
A place to get comfortable with the messy bits without drowning in them. Where you are supported to explore your feelings and your story so you can make peace with it and move forward.
Experience more peace in your life and more clarity about the life you want.
Making change
You're passionate, driven and have a clear vision even if the details aren't all worked out.
Staying connected to what is alive in you helps keep your sense of meaning and motivation strong. Feeling supported makes it easier to stay on track.
Coaching gives you a space to dream, explore and bounce ideas around with an experienced guide who can think with you and who has your back.
When there's something you want to build, a new life you're moving towards or you're navigating being in leadership or business, I give you a safe place to work through where you are, what you need and what's getting in the way.
Coaching supports you so you can do your most important work.
Space to reflect
Take the time and space to reflect with a supportive guide who is on your side.
Greater self-awareness
Know yourself, your values and your needs so you can move forward with more ease.
Gentle acceptance
Understand yourself better so you can be kinder and more compassionate to yourself.
More peace with the past
Process and make peace with the past so it stops holding you back from moving forward.
Show up in your life.
Gentle and fierce.
Entering into a coaching relationship with another person is precious. We step into a space of possibility and trust as they give voice to their deepest hopes and dreams.
When we share the things we keep inside, we are vulnerable. And when we dare to dream of more.
I create the space where, step by step, you can go to those tender places. I guide you gently and responsibly with safety, consent and compassion.
Make no mistake - gentle does not mean weak or passive. Gentle can be loving and gentle can be fierce. I am fiercely supportive of you and your next steps.
To hold these spaces in the modern world is emergent work. I've trained with some of the leading teachers in the world. And I am committed to finding ways to help us survive this modern world as we build the next.
Because we cannot do this alone.
How does it work?
How long is a session?
Individual coaching sessions are one hour. Longer sessions are available on request.
How often are the sessions?
This is up to you. Many people have a session every 2 weeks, more often if they need it. Less often is also possible.
How many sessions do I need?
As many as you want. Most people sign up for a series of sessions, often 10 or 12. For some people, the coaching journey goes on for years and for others, it can be a few weeks around a particular question.
Where do we meet?
In-person sessions are available at PEOPLE PLANET PLACE in Brussels, in Bertem (near Leuven) or in the woods. For more on outdoor coaching, see the Ecotherapy page.
Can we meet online?
Absolutely, many clients find coaching on Zoom works really well, wherever they are in the world.
How much is a 1-hour session?
Prices are on a sliding scale. If you're not sure which one applies, please ask.
– Individuals: €150.
– Self-employed: €200.
– NGO's: €220.
– Start-ups: €250.
– Corporates/large organisations: €300.
Rates include VAT and invoices are provided.
Is coaching only for eco-anxiety or trauma?
No, you don't have to have trauma or eco-anxiety to work with me. If there's something you want to work on and you think I could help, let's talk.
Can I get my employer to pay?
Many people who come for coaching are sponsored by their employer. The cost may be covered by the training budget or a specific coaching or wellbeing budget. It's worth asking to see what's possible.
Is trauma-informed coaching the same as therapy?
No, coaching is not therapy and I'm not a therapist or a psychologist. Coaching helps you get clear and move forward in your life. As a trauma-informed coach, I can help you look at the past in a way that serves your future. But it's not therapy.
Are sessions confidential? What if my employer pays?
Coaching sessions are confidential no matter who pays. There is no reporting back to whoever pays the bill.
What about group coaching and team coaching?
Absolutely, please see the Teams page.
Do we need to have the same social or cultural identity?
Not at all, you are welcome if you feel my approach can help. Gaining a deeper understanding of our identities may be part of the coaching process.
I'm looking for something that's not mentioned on this website.
Not everything is covered so feel free to reach out.
