About me
My story
​​I grew up in Ghana, lived in the Netherlands, Italy, Malta and Spain, and have now settled down in France. I have experienced since childhood what it is like to live in a country that is not your home. It comes with its own set of challenges. Additionally, change has always been a major theme in my life. I have seen many radical changes in my life, and as a result, have had to adapt repeatedly whilst maintaining authenticity.
Deep down I have always wanted to contribute to helping other people live a more fulfilling and happier life. This is what I dedicate myself to. I use my professional skills, the trainings I have had, and my life experience to help other people analyze what is important to them and apply this to their lives. And I do that in the way that I know best; with kindness, responsibility, respect, intuition and genuine interest.
I am the person to come to if you are looking to overcome your challenges, grow as a person and feel better in life. Together we will find the resources you need to make the changes you decide are important.
How I Coach
With integrity
I have a deep and genuine interest for what is going on in people. I will ask you questions about who you are, how you are, and what drives you to do things as you are doing them. With the knowledge we gain by these conversations, you gain clarity and self-awareness. We will use this as a starting point to see where we can make adjustments so you can overcome obstacles, develop new skills and improve your life situation.
With gentleness
My style is very gentle, patient, compassionate, non-judgmental and understanding. There are few things I do not understand and few things I cannot feel into. Acting as a kind mirror will give you the safe environment and feedback you need to accept yourself as you are. From this place we will find solutions that actually work for your personality and situation.
With analytical intelligence
I am analytically very strong, which helps us to see the position, relationships, possibilities of your life or work situation. This will help you to see the different elements that effect you and the strategies that will improve your position in the system. I can then help you to develop those strategies step by step.
With HR experience
My professional experience in HR and change management is valuable if you are looking for a solution for a work-related issue. I can help you understand the written and unwritten rules at play, the types of persons you are working with and what to do or not do in different situations. This will benefit you greatly when managing difficult dynamics at work.
Education & Work Experience
Education & Certification
I started my educational career studying Medicine. However, I soon realized that it was not the human body, but the deeper questions of life and the human condition I was interested in, and continued combining these studies with studying Philosophy. In the end, I attained a Master in Medicine and a Research Master in Philosophy. I specialized in the relationship between theories of reality, truth and how art could capture both.
A few years ago, I obtained an International Coaching Certificate with the International Coaching Community. The ICC is one of the largest professional organizations for coaching in the world. Their focus lies on personal and professional coaching across different cultures.
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Work experience
My professional career started as a nurse and head nurse in residential homes. Here, I worked mostly in the domain of HR, change management, and improved the conditions in these homes for patients and their families. After seven years, I worked as a consulting director for two years. I mediated between employees, employers and the mission of companies to initiate and implement people-centered solutions.
Now I work as a life and professional coach helping people to understand and improve the issues they face in their personal or professional life. I build on awareness leading to choice and change and believe that coaching first and foremost is about mapping your route to a more fulfilling life. What I do is shine light on that map.
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