Services

Coaching

Everyone has talents and strengths—often more than we realize. We also have weaknesses and blind spots that can hold us back. The key is to understand both, so you can live and work more effectively. Remember: nobody is perfect, and you don’t have to wait to be happier or more successful. You can start taking steps today.

 

I coach people with questions around:

  • Leadership
  • Communication & relationships
  • Career & personal development
  • Healthy work & stress management

 

Coaching is short-term, active guidance focused on growth. I listen, ask questions, and offer insights and exercises. I also give you practical challenges to apply at home or at work.

Counselling

Have you been through difficult experiences, or are you facing a challenging situation right now? Do you feel the need to talk and explore how to regain happiness and peace of mind? Counselling is a deep, conversational form of therapy. It doesn’t involve diagnoses, but instead uses reflective dialogue to support healing and recovery.

 

As a counsellor, I listen to your story and help you make sense of your experiences, so you can find your own way forward. The aim is to discover who you truly are, what you want, and what you need.

 

I work with individuals and couples on questions such as:

  • Worry, grief and stress
  • Relationship problems
  • Traumatic experiences
  • Recovery after psychological abuse in relationships or groups
  • Issues of dependency and lack of freedom

 

Sessions take place in Leeuwarden or online. To see if counselling is right for you, we start with an intake conversation. Sometimes there is a short waiting list (usually no longer than 4–8 weeks).

Supervision

Guiding your clients, students or team in a way that keeps them motivated and moving toward their goals—that’s one of the most rewarding parts of professional work. Yet working with people can also be challenging.

 

After all, you are human too, and sometimes:

  • A particular client or group triggers feelings of powerlessness
  • Impatience, irritation or judgment gets in the way
  • You forget to take care of yourself and feel drained
  • Or the issues of others touch on your own painful experiences

 

As a professional, it helps to have someone who supports you*—someone who listens, reflects, and asks the right questions. That’s what I offer as a supervisor and mentor, drawing on my experience, knowledge, and, above all, my attentive listening.

 

Sessions are available both in person in Leeuwarden and online. I am a member of the Dutch Association for Supervisors and Coaches (LVSC).

 

Nice to meet you


My name is Arjan van Dijk. I work as a  certified counsellor, coach and trainer based in Leeuwarden. With more than 30 years of experience, I have guided a wide variety of people: professionals, young adults, couples, gifted individuals, survivors of cults, managers, expats, teachers, therapists and more.

What drives me is the uniqueness of every person and every question. I love seeing people take steps toward more fulfilment and success.

Alongside my private practice in Leeuwarden (and online), I teach at the International Faculty of the Academy for Coaching and Counselling and work as an expert on cults and coercive control for Fier and the Dutch National Police.

My background: Theology & Counselling (BA), Pedagogy (post-BA), Haptonomy (post-BA), Certified Coaching & Counselling (Trauma and Wellbeing).

 

Reviews

"Our marriage almost did not survive the stress of moving to this country. Arjan helped us to keep talking and re-connect with our dream and each other"

Alfonso and Patricia - from Spain

"After I moved to the Netherlands and started building my practice here I was confronted with many challenges and talking to Arjan every month has brought me so much insights and confidence that I can make it"

Victoria - from Romania

"My work as a projectmanager in IT is really demanding and I needed some guidance in how to also manage my own stress levels. Thanks a lot for the great tools. "

Pandjit - from India

Are you ready to take the next step toward growth and change?


Whether you’re looking for coaching, counselling, or supervision, I’d be glad to support you.
Together we’ll explore your strengths, challenges, and new possibilities.
You don’t have to do it all on your own—help is just one conversation away.
Get in touch today and let’s start your journey forward.