Frequently asked questions

Questions people often ask.

Everything you might want to know about the process, the formats, and whether this is right for you. Use the toggle to find what's most relevant. If something isn't answered here, the free consultation is the best place to ask.

01
About resentment
What it is and why it matters

What exactly is a resentment?

A resentment is an old hurt that was never properly fixed — a moment when your feelings got hurt or a need went unmet, and nothing was done about it. It doesn't have to be something big. Common areas include communication, emotional closeness, trust, how you handle conflict, feeling unheard, and unmet expectations. Most couples carry several resentments — often without fully realising it.

Why is resentment the root issue?

When resentment piles up, love doesn't disappear — it gets buried. Communication gets harder because every conversation carries old unresolved weight. Closeness erodes. The same arguments keep coming back because the real problem was never fixed.

This is why communication tips rarely work on their own. Clearing resentment first is what allows everything else to change.

How do we know how much we're carrying?

Most couples have a rough sense — they know whether they're carrying a lot of hurt or a smaller number of specific things. The free consultation is designed to help you work this out clearly before you book anything paid.

02
Is this right for us?
Honest answers about who this works best for — and when it isn't the right fit

Do we need to be in crisis to book this?

No. Most couples who come to coaching aren't in crisis — they're stuck in patterns that have gone on for years and want to fix them. The process works best when both partners genuinely want to change something.

What if only one of us wants to do this?

The intensive and single session formats need both partners to be present and willing — even reluctantly willing. One partner pushing the other rarely leads to real change.

If your partner is hesitant, a single session can be a lighter starting point. The free consultation is also a good first step — sometimes hearing about the process answers the questions causing hesitation. And if only one of you is ready, individual coaching is the better starting point — we can come back to couples work later, when both of you are in.

When is this not the right fit?

This process isn't suited to situations involving domestic violence or coercive control, active addiction that isn't being addressed, or serious mental health crises where clinical support is the better first step. Relationship coaching is not therapy and doesn't treat mental health conditions.

Can this help if we're considering separation?

Yes — as long as both partners are genuinely open to things being different. Resolving resentment often changes the picture significantly. It's hard to know what you really want when you're still carrying the weight of everything unresolved.

03
The free consultation
The right starting point for almost everyone

What happens in the free consultation?

A free 15-minute conversation with me. Both partners join the call together. We look at what's happening in your relationship, get a rough sense of how much you're each carrying, and decide which format is the most helpful next step. No pressure to decide on the call. If a different kind of support would serve you better, I'll say so directly.

Should both of us be on the call?

Yes — both partners need to join. Working out the right format needs both of you present. The consultation itself is a low-pressure starting point — just 15 minutes with no obligation to decide anything on the call.

What if we book the consultation and then don't want to go further?

That's completely fine. The consultation is free and booking it doesn't tie you to anything. Many couples find the call alone gives them useful clarity, even if they don't book a paid session afterwards.

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The half-day intensives
How the format works and what to expect

What is a half-day intensive?

A three-hour online coaching session focused on resolving resentment — the root problem in most relationship conflict. Each intensive equals three to four standard weekly sessions in one focused block, without losing momentum week after week.

How many intensives will we need?

It depends on how much each of you is carrying and how deeply it runs. Some couples find one intensive creates a significant shift and they're ready to move forward. Others need two, three, or more. This isn't something I can tell you in advance — and anyone who promises a fixed number before assessing your situation is guessing. The free consultation gives us a realistic picture before you book anything.

How far apart are the intensives?

Usually a few days to a week apart — close enough to keep momentum. The time between sessions is active: you leave each intensive with practical tools to apply. Each intensive picks up exactly where you are.

Can we mix intensives and single sessions?

Yes — and many couples do. A common pattern is starting with one or two intensives to clear the heaviest resentment fast, then moving to single sessions to build communication tools and go deeper at a steadier pace. Some couples come back for another intensive later when new things surface. There's no fixed sequence — we work it out together based on how you're progressing.

What happens after the intensives?

Many couples feel a real shift and are ready to move forward on their own. If you want to continue — on communication tools, rebuilding connection, or anything that came up — single sessions are available at €90 per 45 minutes. Pay per session, no fixed package required.

05
Coaching vs therapy
The difference, and when each is the better choice

What's the difference between coaching and therapy?

Two different things, designed for different needs.

Therapy is typically past-focused — it explores how earlier experiences or patterns developed. It's done by licensed mental health professionals and is the right choice when mental health conditions, trauma, or psychological diagnoses are present.

Coaching is future-focused — on resolving what's blocking you now, learning practical tools, and building the relationship you want. For many couples, coaching is the better starting point when the relationship itself is the focus, not individual mental health. If deeper psychological issues are present, coaching and therapy can work alongside each other.

We tried therapy and it didn't help. Will this be different?

Possibly — if sessions felt like going in circles without resolving things, coaching will feel different. It's structured and directed, with a specific method for working through resentment one piece at a time.

06
Pricing & practical details
Investment, sessions, logistics

How much does each format cost?

Break the Pattern — €320 per intensive.
Single sessions — €90 per 45 minutes.
Free consultation — always free.

Are sessions online?

Yes — all online via video call, from anywhere in the world. Sessions are in English.

What's your cancellation policy?

Please get in touch directly to discuss scheduling or cancellation. I'll always try to accommodate rescheduling where reasonable notice is given.

Still have questions?

The free consultation is the best place to ask.

Book a free 15-minute call. We look at what's happening — in your relationship or on your own — answer whatever questions you have, and decide together whether and how to move forward. No pressure to decide on the call.