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Coaching with Maaike

I began my career as a psychologist in the Netherlands, where I earned my PhD and worked in the field for several years. When family life took us abroad, what started as an adventure gradually became a way of life. Over the next twenty years, we moved to a new country every few years. Each move meant starting over: adapting to a new culture, building new social connections, finding my place again, all while trying to provide a nurturing and stable environment for our children. Along the way, I repeatedly had to reassess my values, adapt to unfamiliar environments, and develop new skills to navigate change. At the same time, it was a chance to reassess who I was and who I wanted to become.

These life altering experiences profoundly shaped both who I am and how I work today. Having lived through many transitions myself, I understand how disorienting—and how full of potential—life events can be. In my coaching practice, I draw on both my professional background in psychology and my personal journey to partner with clients as they face challenges or turning points in their lives. Side-by-side, we explore new perspectives, identify what truly matters to you, and develop practical ways forward that support growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of direction. In a safe and nurturing environment, we rebuild identity, boundaries and self-trust, so you can be you again.

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Maaike

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