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My name is Jop. Warm in connection. Sharp where it matters.
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My name is Jop. Warm in connection. Sharp where it matters.
My background is in communication and change management. For years I worked, first in employment, then with my own agency, and later as a strategic consultant, with a wide range of organisations on questions around direction, positioning and transition. For the past 12 years I've done that as an independent entrepreneur.
Over time I specialised in sustainability, with studies at the Open University in Amsterdam, Cambridge University, and a master's degree in Nijmegen. Throughout that development, one thing became increasingly clear to me: for me, real change doesn't start with structures or strategy, it starts with people.
That human dimension had always captured my interest. I sense and perceive a great deal, and I learned to work with that more and more skillfully. During my travels in Asia, I encountered ancient wisdom traditions that showed me how true development takes place on levels that aren't always easy to define. People like Eckhart Tolle, Jack Kornfield and Gabor Maté are a great source of inspiration for me.
My own process and curiosity led me to the post-graduate Zijnscoaching (essence coaching) programme at De Academie in Den Haag (The Hague). Alongside that, I deepened my knowledge of body-oriented therapy and breathwork, with certification in BRTT & TRB, and I remain actively engaged in further development in the field of personal growth.
As a coach I am a member of the Dutch Association of Professional Coaches (NOBCO EMCC).
In my work as a consultant, I often filled a coaching role — as an interim manager guiding my team, or as an advisor to senior leaders. That combination of overview, insight and deeply human work forms the foundation of my approach today.
I love being close to nature, both within myself and around me. It gives me exactly what I need to stand firmly grounded in life and to embrace everything that comes my way: as an entrepreneur, partner, friend, son, brother, colleague and coach.
I guide from connection. Whatever shows up in the moment, that's what we work with. No agenda, but a clear direction.
Everything is welcome. I don't shy away from difficult things, but help you face them. With gentleness and without rush.
I name what I observe, even when it's uncomfortable. Honesty brings growth, especially when it feels uneasy for a moment.
Insights are valuable when you can put them into practice. We translate what emerges in sessions directly into how you live and work.
Jop is an experienced people person who, from a place of calm, warmth and a strong sense of empathy, knows how to show you that most answers to your questions are already within you. He helps you take those steps to understand that and to trust more in yourself and in your body.
Jop knows how to create a setting where everyone can feel safe. By combining this with his pleasant personality, good questions and clear answers, you experience a lot of growth as a coachee and make great strides.
Jop has a great sense of what you need to grow. He asks the right questions, inspires, and passes on wisdom. I got to experience what it's like to approach topics in depth with a sense of lightness. The sessions with Jop brought me peace, happiness and above all joy! I'm moving forward full of confidence with this newfound wisdom. Instead of book knowledge, I've gained real wisdom.
Jop is a top coach and a truly wonderful person. You are in good hands with him. With laughter and tears you get to the core of who you are, connect with your feelings and with what your heart wants. Definitely recommended if you feel stuck and are looking for a good coach.
Jop helped me tremendously by exploring together what my motivations and core values are, how I would like to develop in my work, and what barriers are still holding me back. Jop alternates pleasant conversations with exercises. He listens well and empathetically, and truly takes the time for the story that needs to be told.
I often found the exercises somewhat uncomfortable, but that never led to unease. Because Jop is an approachable, warm person, I always felt safe in my vulnerability during those exercises. Moreover, those challenging exercises turned out to be effective every time in gaining new insights. I found the entire journey extremely valuable, and I would recommend this coach to everyone.
Something inside you knows it can be different. In our first conversation, we explore what's on your mind and what you long for. With honesty and courage, we look beyond the story you tell yourself to what's truly alive within you.
→In the sessions that follow, the deepening begins. With warmth and attention, you learn to recognise what moves you and what holds you back. The capacity grows to meet yourself with wisdom and to move from that place.
→Space opens up. You need to search less, because you are more at home in yourself. Well-being is no longer something to chase — it's something that's already here. You live from wholeness, with more calm, clarity and connection.
We get to know each other by phone. We explore your question and see if there's a connection. You can ask me any questions you have.
Online, 45 minutes. We explore what's going on, what you long for and where you want to go. Then we decide together if and how to continue and which program suits you best.
Sessions of 1.5 hours in which we explore what's alive in you with attention and honesty. On location in The Hague, indoors or outdoors, online or a combination. You set the pace and whatever works best. View the programs and options.
In the final session, we close with a reflection. What has changed? Which insights do you take with you? How will you move forward?
In a no-obligation introduction call, we explore together what's going on and whether there's a connection. No commitments, just an honest conversation.
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