Career coach for professionals in transition

If you are at a career crossroads, feeling depleted and tired of overthinking your future, you're in the right place.

I work with sensitive, ambitious professionals who are at a turning point in their career, dealing with stress and having deeper questions of meaning and direction.

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Perhaps you are:

  • Sensing that something is off, but unable to clearly define it.

  • Doubting your direction and going in circles in your head.

  • Carrying pressure that you rarely speak about.

  • Dealing with a setback, unsure on how to move forward.

  • Longing for work that feels more meaningful and aligned.

If you recognise yourself in this, you don’t need to have it all figured out - you may simply need a space where you can pause and be real.

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Discovering what works for you

Not every environment is designed for you to do your best work. By learning to recognise the people, cultures and working environments that bring out your best, you gain a more clear picture of what to look for, what to avoid and how to create a career that truly fits.

I can support you in developing a deeper understanding of how to use your strengths authentically, set healthier boundaries and make decisions that honour both your ambitions and your wellbeing.

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Together, we slow down and explore what truly matters: your motivations, your values, your talents and what genuinely brings you alive.

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Hi, I’m Elena – career coach for professionals in transition

I’ve lived and worked in different countries and understand the challenges of adapting to new places and moving through periods of change and uncertainty.

I know how overwhelming it can feel, especially when you are trying to hold everything together on your own.

I've worked across a wide range of organisations an have seen what happens when talented, ambitious people push themselves to the edge—and I've learned how to help them find their way back.

With an extensive background in HR and recruitment, I combine practical experience with a warm, reflective coaching approach. I bring insight into workplace dynamics, hiring processes and the realities of today's job market. I offer a space where you can reconnect with yourself, rediscover what truly matters and find a way forward that feels authentic and meaningful for you.

  • Member of Noloc - Dutch Association for Career Specialists

  • Certified coach

  • Registered career professional

  • “From the very first moment, I felt at ease thanks to Elena’s open and engaged approach. Through asking the right questions, she consistently encouraged me to reflect more deeply, helping me recognise patterns and strengths in myself that I hadn’t clearly seen before.”

    Corinne

  • "During a particularly stressful period at my company, Elena helped me find stability and perspective. While everything around me felt uncertain, our sessions became an anchor that helped me move forward.”

    Anna

  • “For months I had been going around in circles in my own head. Elena has a remarkable ability to help you see your situation with fresh eyes and uncover possibilities you hadn't considered.”

    Daniela

SIGNATURE PROGRAM

The Career Clarity Guide

A supported journey to find your way back to yourself, and forward into work that fits.

If work no longer feels right but you are unsure what comes next, the Career Clarity Guide offers a structured and supportive path forward. Together, we move beyond overthinking and self-doubt, uncover what matters most and create a direction that feels right for this stage of your life.

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"What you are seeking is seeking you."
— Rumi

The Career Clarity Guide is a 12-week coaching program designed for professionals navigating a career transition.

Through a structured process, you move through three phases at a pace that feels right for you.

RECONNECT

Release the pressure of having all the answers and begin to see your situation with more clarity.

ALIGN

Rediscover the strengths, values and qualities that make you feel most alive.

FIND DIRECTION

Choose a path that reflects who you are today and move forward with clarity, confidence and purpose.

By the end of the program, you will have a deeper understanding of yourself, a clear sense of direction and a practical action plan for your next step.

Through the Career Clarity Guide, you will:

  • Untangle the thoughts, pressures and expectations that have left you second-guessing yourself or feeling overwhelmed.

  • Reconnect with the values, strengths and motivations that naturally guide your best decisions.

  • Explore career directions that align with your needs, priorities and desired lifestyle.

  • Gain clarity on how to position yourself confidently in the job market and communicate the value you bring.

  • Explore which career opportunities suit you in an increasingly AI-enabled workplace.

  • Prepare for meaningful conversations with recruiters, hiring managers and potential employers, feeling grounded in what you have to offer.

Phase 1 – Reconnect

  • Create space to step back from the pressure and take an honest look at where you are today.

  • Untangle the thoughts, emotions and expectations that may be clouding your perspective.

  • Begin to recognise the patterns that leave you feeling exhausted, stuck or disconnected from yourself.

By the end of this phase, you will feel more grounded and have a renewed sense of perspective.

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Phase 2 – Align

  • Reconnect with the qualities and strengths that have shaped your journey so far.

  • Recognise the experiences and challenges that have contributed to your growth and resilience.

  • Develop greater awareness of what you need in order to thrive both professionally and personally.

By the end of this phase, you will have a renewed sense of identity, confidence and self-trust to thrive both professionally and personally.

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Phase 3 – Find Direction

  • Explore environments, roles and opportunities where you can make your best contribution.

  • Learn how to present your strengths, experience and unique perspective in a way that feels authentic and compelling.

  • Create a concrete action plan that allows you to move forward with confidence, clarity and purpose.

By the end of this phase, you will have a clear sense of direction and a grounded plan for moving forward with confidence.

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How it works

Supported coaching program for professionals in transition

  • Coaching sessions can take place online or at my practice space in Leiden.

  • The program is designed to be completed in 12 weeks, however you can go at a pace that works for you. We can be ready in 10 weeks if you are pressed for time. Should you need more time to go through the process, we can take up to 20 weeks to complete the program.

  • The program includes 10 one-on-one coaching sessions and dedicated program materials.

  • The sessions are offered in English, Dutch and Italian.

  • The cost of the program is EUR 2995. It is possible to pay in 3 or 6 instalments. During the discovery call we will discuss what suits your situation best.

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We will be a good fit if you value someone who:

  • Creates space for the reflections and aha-moments that help complex situations suddenly make more sense.

  • Walks alongside you with warmth and encouragement during times of uncertainty and change.

  • Listens deeply and creates a space where you feel heard and understood.

  • Asks thoughtful questions that help you move beyond overthinking.

  • Combines empathy with strategic thinking and practical insight.

You don’t have to figure it out alone - let’s explore it together.

Book a no-pressure call and we'll find the right starting point together.

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