From childhood, I have been fascinated by the question of what life energy is and how you can influence or strengthen it. From the age of sixteen, this question became of greater importance because I had found myself in a situation of chronic fatigue. This marked the beginning of a quest that led me to various alternative therapies, none of which, unfortunately, yielded much results. I started studying Psychology, but even there I did not find the answers I was looking for. After almost getting stuck in this study due to persistent fatigue, I came into contact with Classical Chinese Medicine in the form of Qigong. For the first time in years, I felt that my situation was starting to move! My energy levels rose in the months that followed, and within a few years, I managed to successfully complete my studies.

Fascinated by the completely different view of human nature held by Chinese Medicine, I decided not to continue as a psychologist. In the years that followed, I worked as a freelance photographer, among other things, and started an organic food shop with my partner. Additionally, I became a Qigong and meditation teacher, and I have been giving weekly group training sessions ever since. However, during my Psychology studies I had harbored a desire to help people on an individual basis as well, though the form I would take was far from clear. After a chance encounter with an acupuncturist, it became clear to me that this would be my path. I began my studies in Acupuncture at Bo Yi Academy in Holland and successfully completed them three years later.

From my own past, I know what it is like to be chronically ill, to feel tired and to be in pain. In my view, truly listening to someone and having human-to-human contact is a very important (but often underestimated) part of the treatment. I therefore gladly take the time for this. Spirituality and/or religion can also be a major part of people’s lives, which can influence their well-being and health. I certainly make room for this when the patient has a need for it.