You've spent so long being everything to everyone. It's time to come back to yourself.

Is this you?

If any of these feel familiar, you're in the right place.

• You're successful on paper but feel empty or disconnected inside
• You're exhausted from constantly performing and proving yourself
• You've built your identity around work and don't know who you are without it
• You know something needs to change but you don't know where to start
• Nothing ever feels like enough, no matter how much you achieve
• You keep saying "I'm fine" when, deep down, something is missing.

Hi, I'm Adél

I'm a qualified life coach and counsellor based in Haarlem, the Netherlands. Originally from South Africa, having lived in Sweden and settling here, I know firsthand what it's like to rebuild your life in a new country. As someone who has navigated the consequences of C-PTSD, I understand what it means to do the deep work of coming back to yourself.

As a self-identified high achiever, having held roles at Uber, Spotify, and in financial services, I eventually had to confront my own chronic exhaustion and ask: what do I really want and what does it look like to show up for myself?

I hold a Coach/Counsellor Practitioner Diploma from The ACC, am completing my Professional Diploma (graduating spring 2027), and am working toward ICF Associate Certified Coach registration. I undergo ongoing supervision and intervision with experienced coaches.

My style is warm, direct, and structured. I combine evidence-based techniques with genuine human connection to help you get unstuck. Qualified Life Coach. Pending ICF Registration. 180+ Sessions Completed.

Coaching Services

Tailored coaching to meet you where you are right now. Currently unemployed? Ask about my sliding scale options.

• Free Intro Call — 30-minute introductory video call. No commitment.
• In-Depth Session — €85, 90 minutes. Deep, focused coaching tailored to your needs, with summary email, dedicated WhatsApp support, worksheets and book recommendations.
• 8-Session Package — €500 (or 3 × €167), 8 × 60 minutes. Sustained, meaningful change with flexible scheduling, summary emails, WhatsApp support and personalised worksheets.
• Monthly Subscription — €240/month. Weekly 60-minute sessions plus up to 30 minutes of ad-hoc video support per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in a session?

In-depth sessions are 90 minutes; package sessions are 60 minutes. Each is a mix of deep conversation, reflection exercises, and practical tools, followed by a summary email with next steps, worksheets, and book recommendations.

Is this coaching or therapy?

I'm a qualified coach and counsellor — I can explore both the past and the future with you, but I do not diagnose mental health conditions. Many clients work with both a therapist and me.

I'm not in crisis — is coaching still for me?

Yes. Most of my clients are high achievers who look like they have it all together but feel exhausted, disconnected, or stuck on the inside. You don't need a clear goal to start.

Do you coach online or in person?

Primarily online via video call. In-person coaching is available in Haarlem on request.

What if I'm in crisis or need urgent support?

Coaching is not suitable for crisis. In the Netherlands, contact 112 (emergencies), 113 Suicide Prevention (0800-0113), De Luisterlijn (088 0767 000), or Veilig Thuis (0800-2000).