Hello, I’m Catherine—a wife, mother of two teenagers, and a proud British expat currently living in the Netherlands with my family. We’ve truly embraced our new life here, and it’s been a wonderful experience. Our family is neurodiverse, and I’m personally on the autistic spectrum. This journey has taught me invaluable lessons about the importance of asking for support, recognizing what kind of support is needed, and knowing how to offer it in return.
I firmly believe that neurodiversity is something to be celebrated—it’s not just a difference, but a reason to grow, explore, and make meaningful change. My own neurodiversity has given me the gift of seeing the world through a distinct lens, enriching my life in ways I never could have imagined. It’s this unique perspective that has shaped my approach to life, guiding me toward a fulfilling and diverse path.
My journey to coaching
My professional life has been a very interesting and winding one. I was a chef for 16 years and travelled the world. I returned to education later in my mid twenties and secured an MSc in Environmental Management and Sustainable working as an Environmental project manager in the UK. Then came our relocation to the Netherlands and the realisation of just how neurodiverse our family is. As I looked to support my children through their journey, I also went on a journey of self-discovery. Through that self-discovery you can pretty much guarantee I have been through and lived some of the issues you will bring to me as your coach.
That very long and winding road has brought me to where I am today. I have learnt how to;
- be open, always acceptance, be compasionate
- be a problem solver, understand the many ways in which a solution can be sought
- be resilient and support others to be so
- understand different cultures and how that culture defines a person being
be comfortable giving everyone their space to grow
always have a passion for embracing life as a neurodiverse person
As your coach, I believe that you have the answers that will work for you. Together we will work to better understand your options, remove any barriers and develop and implement your solutions. Discovering and implementing this newly found knowledge will allow you to live and achieve exactly what you want. Together we will smash that box down and discover a world of possibilities.