The in-depth consultation
We discuss what is happening and which guidance suits you. The consultation lasts one hour and costs €78 including VAT.
Individuals
Understand what is happening. Learn how to move forward.
From surviving to living.
You want to understand why you keep worrying, ask so much of yourself or react in the same way again and again. Perhaps you feel stuck. Or you want to recognise what is happening sooner and learn what you could do differently. We start with what you notice today and what you want to change.
If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, burnout, PTSD or the effects of trauma, we start with what you need.
No waiting list · Online or in Zwijndrecht
How to get started
Would you like to meet first? We can talk for twenty minutes, free of charge and without obligation.
Which support would suit you?
We discuss what you need in the consultation. You do not need to choose a programme beforehand. Support as a couple or family and group workshops are also available.
The app and its content are currently in Dutch only. We agree on practical arrangements beforehand.
See what each option includesReport, investment and arrangements
After the consultation, you receive a personal report with my observations and advice. The consultation is charged separately, even if you go on to join a programme. Its fee is not deducted from the programme price. Before you decide on further support, you receive a personal proposal with the price and arrangements. There is no obligation to continue.
Already know you want an in-depth consultation? You can request one directly, without an introductory conversation first. You don’t have to commit to a programme afterwards.
Have we already agreed that your in-depth consultation will be free? I’ll honour that agreement.
In everyday life
What would you like to handle differently?
Your mind keeps going
You are at home, but a conversation at work keeps replaying in your mind. You want to recognise what is happening and learn how to make room for what you are doing now.
You say yes when it is too much
You take something on and only later notice how much it asks of you. You want to recognise your boundary sooner and learn to express it clearly.
You react in a way you did not intend
You snap or withdraw. Afterwards, you know what you would rather have said. We explore a moment like that and practise a different response.
Understand. Practise. Use it yourself.
We work with what is happening in your life. I listen, ask further questions and explain what is going on. Then we practise what you want to handle differently.
You also try using what you have learned at home. What works? What is difficult? During your programme, we discuss this at the next appointment, working towards what you can continue to use yourself.
About Mark
What I have learned, I make useful for you.
I know responsibility through my service in the armed forces, my international work and running a business. I also know what it costs when you can no longer switch off.
I found my way back through years of researching, learning and putting what I learned into practice. That is how I developed The Way Back.
Read my storyDuring and after The Way Back
You don’t have to remember everything.
What makes sense during a session needs to be useful at home too. That’s why the full programme includes more than our time together.
Your personal report
After each session, you’ll receive a report covering what matters to you: what you discovered, what became clearer and what to work on next. It’s personal to you, not a generic summary.
Practical arrangements
The app and its content are currently available in Dutch only. Before we start, we’ll discuss how you receive your reports, which materials you can use and how we stay in touch.
Support as you put it into practice
What’s working in everyday life? Where are you still getting stuck? That’s what follow-up support is for. We work through the difficulties together and practise further where needed.
Personal guidance
What do you need to move forward?
You may have one particular concern, or feel stuck in several areas of your life. You don’t have to work out which programme to choose on your own. I’ll listen and help you decide what support would suit you.
01Focused
Personal guidance
You want to understand why you keep worrying, demand so much of yourself or struggle to set boundaries. We focus on one specific concern and practise ways to approach it differently.
- Two two-hour sessions
- Practical guidance focused on your needs
A shorter programme, without the app exercise programme, session reports or follow-up support. The app is currently available in Dutch only. We’ll agree beforehand how you receive your consultation report.
02Full programme
The Way Back
Understanding why you feel stuck is one thing. Knowing how to move forward is another. Over three sessions, I guide you through my method. We make time to practise, build on what you try at home and work through any difficulties.
- Three sessions of up to three hours
- A personal report after each session
- Three hours of follow-up support
For one person or one family. On consecutive days or spread out, online or in Zwijndrecht.
03Additional support
More contact between sessions
You want to put what you’ve learned into practice, but would like someone to turn to more often. Daily personal support is available with The Way Back — Intensive. The app used for this is currently in Dutch only; we’ll discuss what is practical for you before making any arrangements.
- Everything in The Way Back
- Daily contact available for four weeks
- Personal support, seven days a week
- With Intensive support, a reply within four hours
If you have an urgent question about your programme, I’ll reply sooner where possible. This response time applies to Intensive support, not to app access alone. The app is not an emergency or crisis service.
Prefer learning together?
A half-day group workshop combines clear explanations with practical exercises. Hearing from others can help you recognise your own experiences. Ask me about the options.
Does it affect life at home too?
Would you like support as a couple or family? Tell me what’s happening. We’ll discuss whether working together would help and agree the arrangements separately.
Good to know
Anything else you would like to know?
Can I see you soon?
Yes. There’s no waiting list. Get in touch and we’ll arrange a time to meet, online or at my practice in Zwijndrecht, the Netherlands.
Can we meet online or at your practice?
We can meet online or at my practice in Zwijndrecht, the Netherlands—for both the introductory conversation and your sessions. We’ll agree on what works best for you.
How are the three sessions of The Way Back scheduled?
Each session lasts up to three hours, on consecutive days or spaced out. Within this programme, I work with one person or one family per day. We agree on the schedule beforehand. Learning as a group takes place in a workshop or a session for an audience.
What happens in the introductory conversation?
We spend about twenty minutes talking about what you’re looking for and whether I can help. It’s a chance to ask questions and get to know me. No written report is included. If you’d like to explore things further, you can book an in-depth consultation.
Can I book an in-depth consultation without an introductory conversation?
Yes. The in-depth consultation lasts one hour and costs €78 including VAT. Fixed price for the consultation. Not an hourly rate. Afterwards, you’ll receive a written report with my observations and recommendations. I’ll send you the details first, and we’ll only book the session once you’ve agreed.
Is the consultation paid for separately?
Yes. You pay for the consultation separately, even if you go on to join a programme. The fee is not deducted from the programme price. Before you decide on any further support, I’ll send you a personalised proposal with the price and details. There’s no obligation to continue.
What support is available between and after sessions?
The Way Back includes personalised session reports and three hours of follow-up support. The app and its content are currently in Dutch only, including the channel used for additional daily support. We’ll discuss what is practical for you and agree beforehand on what’s included and when you can expect a reply. These extras aren’t included in the shorter guidance option.
Is this therapy?
No. I am not a therapist or psychologist. I teach what I’ve learned and developed through my own experience and work. I explain, ask questions and help you practise, so you can use what you learn in everyday life.
Where can I find my reports and how do we stay in touch?
We’ll agree beforehand how you receive your reports and how we stay in touch. The app and its content are currently available in Dutch only. The materials and personal support available to you depend on your programme.
The first step
Tell me what you are looking for.
You don’t need to tell your whole story here. A few lines are enough. Let me know if you’d like a free introductory conversation, want to book an in-depth consultation or have a question. We can meet online or at my practice in Zwijndrecht, the Netherlands.