I have worked with people of all backgrounds; business owners, middle and upper managers, humanitarians, artists, students, housewives, and young adults. Here are their testimonials of their coaching experiences with me:
Sophia P.,
International Humanitarian ProfessionalJennifer Calmelat, Belgium
Internatioanl Aid ProfessionalThe sessions helped me gain clarity on understanding what drives me and how I drive the work in front of me.”
LM, San Francisco CA USA
Senior Director of Programs (non-profit)Marie, Canada
Seasoned International Aid Professional” I am very happy with the support Vicky has provided me with my self-development issues especially so in the C19 times. At all times Vicky has been very attentive to my issues, trying to get to the root causes of the matter and all that in a very delicate, respectful, and very understanding manner. I felt safe and comfortable bringing for the discussion any matter because Vicky is open, professional, and encouraging me to explore the issues I feel I am lacking confidence with or would like to improve. I cannot say how much our sessions contributed to my mental health and ability to still professionally develop in the past few very hard months and are important for me.”
Y.H. Switzerland
Musician“A lot of my goals have been achieved and the rest are on track. When I started coaching I was in a phase of great emotional imbalance, I was very uncomfortable and I didn’t know where I was going. To have been able to clarify my desires and priorities and to start working on them proactively is in itself an achievement. I am also calmer and deal with the difficulties of life ahead with more serenity. A big step forward for me is that I feel less guilty about taking care of myself and therefore I am a better mom to my little girl. “
Chahrazed, Lebanon
International Aid Specialist
“Viktoria’s methods steered me towards a more organized thinking of my career potential and actions too. It was a revelation to me that I should go first through a meticulous study of my own interests and analysis of my skills and qualities before looking for any job that would just fit my previous experience, never mind I liked it or not. Non-standard approaches to career planning is what challenge our siloed perceptions. This is what coaching offers and Viktoria in particular.”
Oleksiy.O. Ukraine
Humanitarian Coordinator“I contacted Viki to work on a concrete professional problem. She accompanied me in the process of finding a solution that I was able to implement and felt happy with the results. Humanitarian work is more than a professional choice. It affects so much the life we live and it’s important to remain in touch with our feelings and core values. Thanks Viki for being with me on this journey!”
Desi, Spain
Data Analyst and Humanitarian specialist,“During my short coaching programme I have gained significant results with the support of my coach: reassessment of my managerial skills and approaches, management of conflict situation, improvement work-life balance, preparation to the emergency work environment.”
“Viki is a professional life coach and ready to help you address short and long-term goals, encourage your self-improvement and will provide a safe space for honest sharing. The best way to find a solution is to refer to professionals in case you have difficult challenges in your personal or professional life. Viki will guide you through a difficult situation and help you to achieve your life goals in a friendly and positive atmosphere.”
Sveta, Ukraine
Finance“Found a new potential career interest that I hadn’t considered before. Become more cognisant of how I best deal with stressful situations.”
Concerning Sherena’s goals, they were “met and exceeded: helped resolve the main decision I wanted to make and also opened up some new opportunities.”
“Viki is a highly-skilled, compassionate and adaptive career coach who really helped me resolve a difficult work decision and also explore new ideas for finding fulfilment in my career. Highly recommend coaching with Viki for those working in the non-profit sector due to her experience and insight into this world.”
Sherena Corfield, CHS Alliance, Switzerland
Policy and Communication“I am grateful for Vicki’s help to walk me through a journey within the dark and bright corner of my mind . Vicky’s strong sense of empathy and communication was the safe guiding hand I needed while wandering through all the knowns and unknowns about the changes I wanted for myself. Vicky’s coaching sessions really helped me have a better view on how to start this long journey toward my new projects.”
Anno Hanif, Int. Aid Worker
ManagementThe 4 sessions helped me to identify my tendency/patterns of thinking. Viki guided me through coaching sessions, and I could realize some fears in myself that makes me sabotage to take actions/think positively. I learned that the fears/concerns in my mind are not big issues in reality, and most of the time, they can be solved by themselves. By realizing that, I know now that when I overthink and hesitant to try new things, I can also try to control such negative reactions in my mind.
I had a tendency to sabotage certain actions in my life, through the coaching sessions, I learned that there is a fear behind it and the way to face/address/at least to notice what is the fear about. Now I feel I can judge/evaluate the fear in myself objectively and it will be easier to take action.
M.I. Japan
UNHCR Jordan“Viktoria is a kind and sweet woman, who treats you with understanding and compassion. I think that the exchange and communication we had worked very well. She is smart and has great intuition, which helps in giving deeper insights in what a person needs. I would gladly recommend anyone to work with Viktoria!“
Michaela D. Switzerland
Communications Specialist“I have more clarity and guidance learnt through all the coaching sessions- that will help me focus. Go with the flow, and you will meet more than just the expectations you initially had, this is a journey of discovery.”
Khalid. H. Egypt
UNHCR Global“I’ve done a few sessions remotely with Viki to tackle both situations of my private and professional life. It helped me to find clarity and choose the right response to situations. I really think everybody should have a life coach and Viki is a great one, combining different methods. “
C.C. Belgium, International Aid Worker
“..coaching hours with you made me feel so confident because your questions made me search in myself for answers and face myself….And when I answer and talk with you, I feel I listen to the sound of my thoughts. I think I needed it. You are a good listener, look on the bright side and hard working. This was the first time I talked with someone in another country on a video call but you made me feel I spent a good time without any fears with confidence when I listen to my thoughts. It was also the first time I was sharing my thoughts with someone. Thank you for this opportunity.”
Nada A. Egypt
Student“Your life coaching helped me significantly during a period of my life in which I was struggling with internal problems. What helped the most was that you created a calming atmosphere that encouraged comfort within me, and hence, I was more open to expressing myself. I also truly appreciated how you listened intently, and how you would ask specific questions to broaden my perspective”. Thank you so much!
Hannan D. Slovakia
Student“I really found myself in good hands with you and felt confident that I could have open discussions with you.”
Sarah S.G. Switzerland
Resource Mobilisation Officer“I believe your way to guide visualisations is very useful. I have had a lot of insights from them and so far the way you help them interpret those.”
Ximena C. Switzerland
Data Expert and International Aid Worker“These coaching sessions ignited the light that I had in me, that I wasn’t aware of and I was forgetting about. It reminded me of my core values and essence. In addition, it had me thinking about how I would like to serve and keep that with me close to my heart and mind, whenever I am doing something or I face a challenge.“
Y.T. Lebanon
Psychologist and Humanitarian“The session has worked very well for me and I appreciated that in a very short time we got to the bottom or core of the issue that I wanted to deal with. I was impressed by how you managed to accompany and guide me to the next steps. The tools you used were just perfect. The way you speak, the words you use and how relatable you are made me feel very much at ease.”
Caterina P. Italy
International Humanitarian Worker