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MY  STORY

Rediscovering Happiness:
Reclaim Your Life After Loss

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For as long as I can remember I have been interested in psychology

and wanting to understand human behaviour. I am amazed by people’s

life experiences, how they cope, what impact this has on them and

what it takes to overcome adversity.

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My mother was diagnosed with cancer when I was 3 years old.

Despite her valiant fight, she sadly passed away when I turned 11.

Her perseverance and will to live was inspiring! Despite having

experienced a huge loss, I was determined to find a way to live a full

and happy life and with the support of family and friends, I have been

able to do that.

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I graduated with a B.A. in psychology and dedicated a cumulative 17 years to the social services sector, engaging in diverse roles throughout my career such as a support worker, an addiction counsellor, a foster care/adoption worker in child protection services, a counsellor for women who have experienced violence and an employment and social services worker, all while I lived in Canada.

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Through this experience, I gained the opportunity to collaborate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, each grappling with a wide spectrum of challenges and hardships. This allowed me to witness firsthand the remarkable strength and resilience of individuals, as well as to delve into diverse approaches for addressing the challenges people face.

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In 2018, my family and I moved to Switzerland. At times, I felt I had wandered off course, that I had left behind a part of myself and that I had lost my bearings. I decided to take this opportunity to work on myself and reconnect to what gives me a sense of purpose and joy. I began to volunteer for an association to provide assistance to grieving families and I became a volunteer and member on the committee of another association who offers a place of respite to asylum seekers.​ I also qualified as a transformative life coach and witnessed how coaching helps empower individuals to unlock their potential, achieve goals and lead a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life.

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As someone who has experienced loss in different forms myself and having helped others cope with their loss, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate the challenges that come with it. I’m passionate about helping others. Whether you have experienced the absence of a loved one, the complexities of a fading relationship, the impact of a lost job, or the struggle to reconnect with yourself, I am committed to helping you chart a path forward. Drawing on my diverse background and knowledge from my personal, professional, and educational experiences, my goal is to empower my clients to transform their loss into an opportunity for growth and self-discovery at their own pace.

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I would love to speak with you to see if working together could give you the support you need to help you move forward and take action towards a healthier and happier life.

Certifications

  • Trained in Cognitive Behaviour therapy,  Motivational Interviewing and Suicide prevention
  • EMCC Global Individual Accreditation - EIA Professional Designation at Practitioner Level 

Qualifications

  • B.A. in Psychology 
  • Accredited Diploma in Transformative Coaching
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Contact

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​If you would like some support with loss, whether it is a loved one, a relationship, a job or a part of yourself, please reach out and contact me.

 

We can schedule a free Introductory call to see how working together can help you improve your well-being and find your way back to happiness.

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I would also love to hear from you! If you have any questions or want to comment, please feel free to contact me.

Morges, Vaud, Switzerland

Email: mj@mjpersonalgrowthcoach.com

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