About Me
I grew up in beautiful Friesland in a family of five children, where I am the second eldest. My curiosity about the world led me to Amsterdam, where I lived and worked for 20 years.
I have traveled extensively on my own and learned several languages, which has greatly expanded my social horizon. In addition to my work in healthcare, I studied applied psychology and explored yoga philosophy because I am interested in different perspectives on life and humanity.
My interest in human well-being and my passion for personal growth form the foundation of my coaching.
My Motivation and Mission
Young people are growing up in an increasingly complex and challenging world. Sometimes their own, smaller world is also overwhelming, making it difficult to find the right path. Social pressure, performance expectations, decision stress, and the rapid changes around them can be just as overwhelming and confusing for them as they are for adults.
I believe it is essential that every individual feels they have a place and a path in the world, that help is available, and that they don't have to do everything alone. This sense of belonging and trust begins in early childhood and has a profound impact on later (adult) life.
Our youth are the future, and it is crucial that we – together (parents, caregivers, teachers, coaches, mentors, social workers, neighbors, and family) – guide them into becoming strong, resilient adults. They need good role models and mentors, and I am committed to contributing to this as much as possible.
My mission is to support young people through turbulent times and help them move forward—with a listening ear, practical insights, and creative guidance—so they can take the next steps on their path and build confidence in themselves, others, and life.
Through my online coaching, I provide an accessible and safe space where young people can work on their self-confidence, resilience, and personal development. In the long run, I aim to expand this support by offering in-person guidance at my own care farm, in collaboration with other care farms and youth support partners. My goal is to ensure that every young person who needs support can find it in a way that suits them and that they have the opportunity to grow emotionally, socially, physically, and mentally in a healthy way, so they can stand strong in life.
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If you'd like to learn more about my approach or discuss how we might work together, I'm here to answer your questions.