I believe we all have the capacity to live with greater presence, clarity, and courage – even in the midst of stress and uncertainty. My mission is to support individuals and teams in cultivating inner strengths and mental resilience so they can thrive, lead with authenticity, and bring more awareness and kindness into the world. Whether through training, coaching, or retreats, I guide people on a transformative journey towards a more balanced and meaningful life.
With several Master’s degrees in Languages, Intercultural Relations, and European Affairs (College of Europe), I spent the first part of my career in senior leadership roles in Brussels. I was Director of the Brussels Office of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft – Europe’s largest organisation for applied research – and later CEO of the European Venture Philanthropy Association, working to create positive social impact through venture philanthropy and impact investing.
However, the pressure of managing a demanding job, frequent travel, and parenting two small children eventually led to a serious burnout. Mindfulness became a turning point – helping me recognise how disconnected I had become from my body, needs, and values. Through mindful awareness, I began to heal, find clarity, and reconnect with what truly matters. It has since become my purpose to help others navigate similar transitions with compassion, strength, and presence.
I trained as a certified MBSR teacher at Arbor Seminare in Germany and have studied extensively with leading international teachers, including Jon Kabat-Zinn, Christina Feldman, Mark Williams, Kristin Neff, Tara Brach, Claude Maskens, David Treleaven, and Rick Hanson. I regularly attend retreats and follow professional supervision to ensure depth and integrity in my teaching.
In 2018, I became the first certified teacher in Belgium of Positive Neuroplasticity Training (PNT), developed by Dr Rick Hanson. This powerful method teaches how to grow inner resources by transforming beneficial experiences into lasting traits such as calm, confidence, joy, and connection. Over the years, I have become convinced that – just like our body – our mind needs regular training to become strong and resilient.
Alongside teaching, I offer one-to-one coaching for leaders and individuals navigating stress, change, or questions of purpose. My coaching draws on deep listening, mindfulness, and neuroplasticity to help clients access clarity and take aligned, values-based action. I also provide professional supervision for mindfulness teachers to reflect on and deepen their teaching practice.
Given my background in European affairs, I regularly train at the European Institutions and other international organisations. For over a decade, I have been delivering workshops, retreats, and resilience programmes in international companies across sectors. I am also a core teacher in our 1.5-year mindfulness teacher training programme.
I work in English, German (mother tongue), French, and Dutch, and understand some Spanish and Italian. I am an accredited member of the worldwide Association for Positive Neuroplasticity Training and the European Association for Mindfulness Trainers (EAMBA).
I am grateful to contribute as a team member and trainer at several inspiring organisations, including: IASO Spaces, Arbor Seminare, Brussels Mental Health Center, and Abilways. Collaborating with these teams allows me to bring mindfulness and resilience work into diverse and meaningful contexts.
Outside of work, I enjoy nature walks, playing music, and discovering new ideas and practices that inspire personal growth.
Mindfulness and neuroplasticity-based training journey
Longer trainings and certifications
- 2-year MBSR teacher training (Arbor, Germany – Stefan Machka et al.)
- Certified Positive Neuroplasticity Training teacher (Foundational & Advanced – Rick Hanson)
- Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (Introductory & Advanced – David Treleaven)
- Mindfulness Supervision Training (Lot Heijke, Günter Hudasch, Petra Meibert, Camilla Sköld – certified supervisor)
- Mindfulness in Schools (Teach Paws Programme – certified instructor)
Specialised shorter trainings
- MBCT and Frame by Frame (Mark Williams)
- Authentic Communication (Oren Jay Sofer)
- Finding Peace in a Frantic World (Oxford Mindfulness Centre – Chris Cullen)
- MBI-TAC Masterclass (Rebecca Crane)
- Inquiry and deepening presence (Florence Meleo-Meyer, Claude Maskens)
- Interpersonal Mindfulness (Sandrine Rauter)
- Self-compassion & heartfulness (Kristin Neff, Tara Brach, Sharon Salzberg, Christopher Germer)
- Internal Family Systems (Ana Cristina Pires, Govinda Bader – Arbor Seminare)
- Clear the Air – Conflict resolution (Aline Menden)
- Silent retreats with Christina Feldman, John Peacock, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Jake Dartington, Tara Brach, Christiane Wolf, and Plum Village teachers
