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Coaching & Counselling

What we can work on together

You don’t need a perfect label for your problem. Some people come with a clear question, others just feel that something isn’t working. Below are common themes I work with:

Execution, Habits & Structure

  • Procrastination and difficulty starting tasks
  • Feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to begin
  • Building habits and routines that actually stick
  • Staying consistent without relying on last-minute pressure
  • Understanding how your brain works

Clarity & Direction

  • Feeling stuck in your studies or career
  • Not knowing what you want or what fits you
  • Identifying your values, interests, and priorities
  • Making decisions with more confidence

Patterns, Emotions & Inner Dynamics

  • Stress, overwhelm, and emotional regulation
  • Perfectionism and high internal pressure
  • Repeating patterns that don’t serve you
  • Self-doubt or feeling disconnected from yourself

Many of these topics are connected. For example, procrastination often links to overwhelm, unclear priorities, or deeper patterns. That’s why we don’t just treat symptoms — we look at the bigger picture.

How I work

My approach is practical, structured, and tailored to you. In sessions, we combine:

  • reflection and honest conversation
  • structured exercises and tools
  • iterative and realistic experiments
  • clear goals and (optional) homework
We don't just focus on surface-level solutions, but also look at the patterns underneath - at your pace. I am supportive, but also direct. I may challenge your assumptions, but never your autonomy:
you know your life best — my role is to help you see it more clearly.

A Typical Coaching Trajectory

  1. Free introduction call (30 min)
    We explore your situation and see if we're a good fit.
  2. Intake session
    We define your goals and direction.
  3. Coaching sessions (online or in-person)
    Each session focuses on what helps you move forward right now.
    In-person sessions are possible in Almere and Amsterdam upon agreement.
  4. Review after ~5 sessions
    We evaluate progress: what’s working, what’s not, and how to continue.
  5. Closing session
    You leave with clarity, tools, and confidence.

Client Testimonials

  • I worked with Ariane in coaching sessions over a longer period of time, and it helped me tremendously. She is a very empathetic and trustworthy person who listens carefully and guides you onto your own path through thoughtful, well-placed questions. She creates a comfortable atmosphere in which I was able to open up easily.

    At a time when I felt very stuck and lost, she helped me bring more structure and routines back into my everyday life. She also supported me in figuring out what is important to me in life and in becoming more aware of my own needs.

    I would definitely recommend Ariane and would always return to her if I found myself struggling to deal with problems on my own again, or if I needed someone who could look at things from a different perspective.

    (Originally written in German)

    Student, 20s

  • Working with Ariane has been a genuinely valuable experience.

    I started coaching without a clear end goal, but Ariane helped me untangle my thoughts and identify what I actually wanted to work on. From there, she guided me in building a few keystone habits that created space for creativity, brought more structure to my days, and helped me spend my time in ways that felt genuinely satisfying.

    She has a calm, perceptive way of noticing patterns, asking the right questions, and gently steering you toward more helpful approaches — all without judgement. Our sessions were collaborative and grounded, and over time, we built a personalised toolkit I now use to support both my creative work and my ADHD.

    We made mind maps, created matrixes and dopamine menus, talked about habit loops, and examined resistance in a way that felt grounded and doable. We also explored rituals, and experimented with small but effective routines. I began setting achievable writing goals — like 15-minute sprints with a coffee reward — and found myself not just getting more done, but actually enjoying the process again.

    We also looked at the mental health side of things: working through anxiety, tackling negative self-talk, and using visualisation exercises to find more calm when things felt overwhelming.

    One small but incredibly helpful detail: she took notes during our sessions. That meant I could stay present in the moment, even when my thoughts were jumping around, and still walk away with a clear summary and practical next steps.

    What I’m taking away now is a more compassionate, practical way of supporting myself — and a set of tools I know I can come back to whenever I need a reset.

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    I’d definitely recommend working with Ariane if you’re looking for thoughtful, grounded support in making real, sustainable change.

    Creative professional with ADHD, 30s

  • I’m really grateful for her support and guidance. She helped me a lot with organizing myself and managing my ADHD challenges, but also by truly listening and understanding me. Thanks to her, I have a clearer view of things, my communication has improved, and I feel more confident in everyday situations.

    The atmosphere is always warm, relaxed, and supportive, which makes it easy to open up and work on real solutions.

    I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants to grow and improve. She genuinely cares, and it makes a big difference. Warm recommendation ☺️

    Neurodivergent entrepreneur, late 30s

  • Although we only had a few sessions together, the coach taught me about some interesting and useful tools which I was not aware of to help me work with my ADHD traits and my perfectionist nature. Our conversations were always interesting and insightful and I felt comfortable having these conversations with her. She listened intently and offered support and understanding.

    The coach used tangible tools which we worked together on to help support certain struggles I was having (for example doing timed illustrations for each letter of the alphabet to help me let go of my perfectionist tendencies and realise it’s ok to do so).

    I have learnt some great tools which I will take forward as I continue to work on this. It was also extremely beneficial for me to have someone to talk to who understands, and who has a lot of knowledge of different tools which can benefit an ADHD brain.

    Neurodivergent creative, 30s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between coaching and counselling?

Coaching focuses more on the present and future: how to move forward and create lasting change. Counselling looks more at the past and how it influences you now. In practice, most people need a mix of both for sustainable change.

Can I work with you if my topic is not listed?

Yes, I am trained to work with a broad range of topics. If I ever feel that I am not the right match for your situation, I will tell you honestly.

What if I don’t know what to work on yet?

That is completely fine and very common. We can use the first sessions to explore what is going on and what you want to change. Clarity often develops through the process itself.

Do I need to be neurodivergent to work with you?

No. Many of the challenges I work with (e.g. procrastination, overwhelm, difficulty with structure) show up in both neurodivergent and neurotypical people. That said, if you are neurodivergent (diagnosed or not), my approach is designed to work with your brain rather than against it.

What if I have already tried a lot and nothing worked?

That is exactly where coaching can be helpful. Often, the issue is not a lack of effort, but that the approaches you tried did not fit how you work. Instead of applying generic strategies, I guide you in experimenting and adapting until we find something that actually works for you.

Can I work with you while also seeing a therapist?

Yes — many clients do. It can be helpful to have support from different angles. We simply make sure the work complements each other.

How long does a coaching trajectory take?

It depends on your goals. Some people come for a few focused sessions and with others I work together over several months. We regularly reflect on what is useful and adjust as needed.

What is your availability?

It changes, so the best option is to reach out. We’ll find something that fits your schedule.

Do you have any more questions?

Feel free to reach out and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have!

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