‘A number of years ago a few things happened in my family of origin. We all went through heavy times and even long after, the memories really ‘stayed with me’.
I began noticing that the events impacted my thinking and my actions in a variety of ways. I realized I didn’t want to go on like this. Whatever had happened in the past, I didn’t want it to follow me throughout my whole life.

At that point I found Els and what an amazing job she’s done! I feel a lot happier now.
Whenever the topic comes up in a conversation I am so much less frustrated or emotionally triggered. I’m able to see what’s going on, I can distinguish the different elements, and without going into ‘overthinking mode’, I can move on.  

I have discovered why one event was linked to other aspects and I can see how it all makes sense now.

‘THANK YOU’, I could shout it from the rooftops!’

K. - Gent

‘I feel grateful that I was able to peel back a number of important layers together with Els.
Along the way, I had quite a bit of resistance, but with Els’ support and my own increasing awareness, I was able to achieve what I wanted.

The core of my being has been ‘met’ and I am now acknowledging small successes. In the past, I wouldn’t have noticed these ‘wins’.
I have become enthusiastic to continue my journey of growth.
Thank you, Els.’

D. - Stekene, Belgium

‘”Other people think you're a 'success', but you're feeling disappointed on the inside - "if they only knew...”
That particular sentence on Els’s website made me contact her to start my coaching journey.

I am very grateful for the time and positive energy she’s invested in me in the past year.
Tapping was completely new to me, but Els made me feel comfortable in a professional manner. That way I was able to be open to giving it a try.

Els is someone who puts you at ease from the get-go. She is very understanding and has a lot of empathy (with and without using words) and she doesn’t shy away from a good dose of humor.

She helped change my point of view on a number of important matters. I am feeling much stronger in making decisions and I am now much more able to put things in perspective.
I am very grateful to have been able to go through this process with such a warm-hearted coach/individual.’

E. - Ghent, Belgium

‘I’m lucky to know Els. She’s an excellent professional, but above all a very human and great person.
Els has the ability to reach the knot of the problem and has the magic of unleashing your personal blockage.

She has the power to reach the soul and be a good co-pilot to help pass through any storm, and accompany you to safe and secure destinations and happiness.’

W. - Mons, Henegouwen

‘I contacted Els to help me turn the tide when I was having a burn-out. I was already familiar with tapping, but I consider this mainly a tool, a powerful one, for sure.
However, ‘how’ the tapping is used makes all the difference. Els does this masterfully. She is very goal- and result-orientied without losing sight of the human and emotional aspects. She is able to make a realistic estimate of the journey ahead. Note that you will go through a number of sessions with unexpected turns, surprises, and yes, revelations.
You will discover patterns that you were previously unaware of, but that have played a major role in the issue at hand. At times confronting, but you will be supported in a decisive, non-patronising manner. And, why not, with a regular dose of humor!

I can only testify that - after a few months - I was able to leave the burn-out behind me. Without a doubt Els made the difference through her approach, experience and methodology.’

Frank, Bruges, Belgium

‘I am 24 years old and thanks to this I can look forward to a future for which I have laid out a marvellous foundation. I am grateful for the hours I spent with Els. They weren’t always easy; I felt the resistance fromin my body and mind, but Els managed to access the core (issues) in a lighthearted and direct manner.

With the necessary dose of humor I was able to become aware of my own and other people’s pitfalls through which I was able to recognize, acknowledge and release a way of thinking that had been hindering my growth in life.
Growing and thriving is how I would describe my journey since working with Els. I was able to say goodbye to certain patterns and make peace with them.

I learnt to look at my anger as a defence mechanism. It served its purpose and I learnt to let go in order to make room for love, calmness and energy in my daily life.

I am still young, but this helps me to look forward to the wonderful moments that lie ahead, because I realize I will be able to enjoy them even more. I have also come to know that the less pleasant moments will be learning occasions, understanding how to cooperate with them in order to move forward.

Els’ approach has given me my own tools to look at events differently and to - constructively and with kindness - connect with myself.’

Hanna – Bruges, Belgium

‘My marriage of 29 years ended about a year ago.
Years that were marked by guaranteeing a warm, safe and stable environment for our 4 children.

Last year I decided to grant myself an important place in my life again. High time to get to know myself better, to love myself more, to embrace myself fully and to steer my own course.

I embarked on a journey with Els in a ship that was no longer seaworthy.

Under her professional guidance - with her human, warm, yet straightforward approach - we navigated through turbulent waters… we braved a number of storms… we experienced moments of silence on the reflecting waters of the inland sea.

I had complete trust in the course that Els had set and I gradually re-established control of my own vessel.

Today, 10 months later (7 of which I traveled with Els) I have ‘sea legs’.
I now feel solid; my foundation has gained tremendous strength.  

Whenever I sense some instability, I can remedy this by making use of the tapping tool.

My ship is fully seaworthy again!
The sails are strained, the wind is in my favor. I am ready to explore new waters, this time on my own.’

Sara

'It's unbelievable, but thanks to tapping, executed under Els' skilful guidance, the PTSD I was suffering from has completely disappeared. Before, I was reliving my traumas of 17 years, worrying, and having negative thoughts. Now, my mind is at peace.
The physical complaints, such as extreme fatigue, oversensitivity to sound, anxiety, and panic attacks, have also completely vanished. Surprisingly, I only needed eight sessions. The therapy is quite intense; you really have to have an open mind and be prepared to open yourself up too. However, Els created such a safe environment that this was perfectly possible. I wish I had discovered this 17 years ago, since my life has changed for the better on every level.'

Viviane - Antwerp, Belgium

‘I had already had some experience with tapping through another coach a couple of years ago and before I started working with Els.
We went on a brief, though intense journey.

Els always came to the session well prepared; she is very driven and I received the support necessary to be able to reach my goal.
I managed to build a foundation in order to take on life in a beautiful way.’

Anonymus - Ghent

‘Life before and after…’ 

‘I’ve been a nervous and sensitive person for as long as I can remember. At 25 I had my first major depression, five years ago a second one and last summer a third one. I am now 40 years old. 

Since my first depression I’ve tried all kinds of things to help me. Besides taking anti-depressants time and time again, I was in talk therapy for years with a psychotherapist, I did a course in mindfulness and I consulted with a facsiatherapist. Also, I tried coaching to change my way of thinking.  

I wouldn’t say that these things didn’t help me, but I was still left struggling. I continued to feel that life was ‘so tough’, I was more often sad, frustrated and nervous than simply content. And even if I’m naturally an extraverted and enthusiast person, on the inside I felt lonely, empty and disappointed, especially in myself.
Simply being content with how my life is, just wasn’t in the cards for me. I knew in my heart that I had every reason to be happy. I have a wonderful husband and son, good friends, a lovely house and a great job. And yet…
Why couldn’t I simply be happy?

Through a friend I found Els. Our first conversation was over the phone. We immediately ‘clicked’. I was really at rock bottom, didn’t know what to do with myself, and felt desperate.
Els listened to me and put me at ease, and most of all: she made me feel understood. She promised me she would help me in saying: ‘This f**t works!’
And it did! 

Two weeks later I had my first session and was really impressed with the amount of hidden grief I had been carrying around for years. The tapping touched my soul at the deepest level and showed me things I didn’t realize were having such a major influence on my life.  

Tapping and Els dug up old hurts, unprocessed events and traumas, and helped me with letting them go. And by that I mean ‘really’ letting go, not to be confused with ‘repressing’. And all this was possible without me having to talk about it for hours. On the contrary.

I won’t elaborate on how the tapping works; others can do a better job at that. But I can say this from my own experience: it really works!
Els works miracles. And I was able to experience and participate in this process without feeling like I had to work hard.

The process is self-explanitory as soon as you get started. And it’s just like Els says: ‘Your mind doesn’t lie’.

I did eight sessions with Els. I have really changed. I am still ‘me’, but a better version of myself.
I have found peace and I was able to release what I needed to, and I learnt to let go of what is to come and I can really enjoy life now. The people close to me are also noticing the difference and are quite impressed.

How I’m feeling now is so much better. I feel strong and confident. I’m enjoying life in a new way. I also have a mindset I was never able to experience before. It’s as if nothing can really ‘put me out of my game’.
Negative things don’t happen as frequently anymore.. This is probably because I don’t actively look for them now, but also because I don’t attract them as much anymore. I seem to no longer invite negative imput and drama.

Of course not every day is sunshine and roses; that’s not how life works. But I am accepting, looking towards the beautiful things, and when I can’t, I tap in order to let go.

There is a world of difference between before and after tapping, and I am forever grateful to Els.’

E. - Sint-Niklaas, Belgium

'Els is the real deal. I have had the privilege of working with Els during the past two years and admire her as a fellow practitioner, trusted guide and friend. 

Els has many gifts that I admire. She is the most conscientious person I know. She is genuinely caring, compassionate and relentless in her commitment to the people she works with.  She is someone I trust to help me navigate areas of my life and heal old relationship patterns that I was ready to transform. 

Els's calm presence is a godsend when navigating every weather pattern in life. There are times when my work with Els has been playful and fun, and other times where we have navigated some of the rough waters that life can throw one's way. I have come to trust her kind and wise sensibilities as a practitioner and friend and her willingness to walk with me during these times. 

Els has a gift of combining intuition, wisdom and lightness while we are exploring some deep topics. Through our work together I have seen some important relationships in my life transform and heal in the most unexpected of ways. She has helped me bring awarenesses to patterns in my life that I was not aware of, and then helped me transform them. 

My life and relationships are richer, more satisfying and peaceful as a result of our work together. I would be excited for anyone considering working with Els. If you have been guided by a greater wisdom called life to Els, the only thing you need to say is YES. You are in good hands.'

Pramilda Zackhariyas - pramilda.com

'Els captures the essence well. She takes you to the place where the 'knot' is. She is professional and tactful, and clarifies her interventions well. Her perseverance and the right amount of encouragement she offered were essential to me in order to unravel the knot completely. It was very liberating and I hope others will get to experience this too!'

Caroline Dewaele - Labyrinth - Ghent, Belgium

'I went for a walk in the forest during the sessions. I stumbled over brushwood several times. But after a couple of times I was able to easily pick myself up again, and when I arrived back home, it was mainly the saplings that colored my memory. I now know where to find them and I'm no longer dreading putting on my walking shoes.
The paths I travel are fresher and greener, but above all, they are mine.'

Anonymous - Brussels, Belgium

'Around the age of 40 I stepped out of my usual routine. I wanted to get to know myself.
I did all kinds of things to find answers to the many questions I had: meditation, mindfulness, bodywork, reiki, yoga, psychotherapy, marriage counselling... These were helpful to some extent, but my life was still a whirling merry-go-round.

A number of years later I suddenly crashed. Emotionally, mentally and physically. 
During that time I realized I couldn't go and didn't want to go on like this. I laid down the mask and stopped running. I wanted to tear down my carefully constructed wall, piece by piece. I started working on myself, I took time out, found some peace, but I was still wondering. A thought came into my head: "Maybe I need to let it all go"...

A couple of months later I was at a dinner party with friends. Someone mentioned tapping. She said: "I think it's for you. You're ready for this. You're open to try something different". My interest was awakened. I received Els' number and phoned her. I tried to tell her my story to the best of my ability, explaining what was bothering me. I told Els that I was looking for something that brought the focus back to me, to working on myself.

We made the appointment for the intake. This session was very intense. I really needed a couple of hours to digest everything. It was so confronting to see how much I had become trapped in a negative spiral and how difficult it was for me to name any positive experiences! But I had taken the first step and was curious about the next one. 

I was very nervous before my second appointment. Now the real work was about to start.
After another very intense 2 hours my head was throbbing. But yes, my question got answered! I was able to work on myself, at the deepest level. It all had to sink in, but after that came the peace. I felt so much lighter. I continued tapping at home in between sessions and it worked! 

Session after session I felt how letting go of old habits, patterns and thoughts gave me so much space and peace of mind. 

I've changed, I've grown and I've become stronger in every area of my life. My being different is obvious to others too. And I also notice changes in my partner and other people I'm connected to.  
I've been able to let go what I felt was necessary, that's the part left in the past. I'm taking with me what is good and wise.
Now I'm living much more consciously, which gives me the space and the peace to explore new things. 

It was a very intense journey, but what I got in return is so beautiful. A true gift, a wisdom for which I'm very grateful. This is a feeling I now experience every day: "Gratitude". And I see things broader, clearer; I'm really enjoying life.

No, I don't have my head in the clouds. I'm realistic and I know that there'll always be triggers. But now I have a powerful tool: my tapping skills. Many thanks to Els.'

Anonymous, Bruges, Belgium

'I ended up at Els’ through a friend who had used tapping to overcome a similar situation.

Before getting started, something important happened: I felt that my situation was hopeless and I wanted to make a change.

Looking back I was in a whirlwind of ever repeating ‘recipes’, of events that kept haunting me for years:
allowing me to be bullied by the same type of people,
not standing up for myself,
using past events as an excuse to feel negative and victimized over and over again.

I didn’t like the word ‘forgiveness’ at first; it made me feel as if was in the confessional box. 
However, I made my peace with it, and it helped.

I learned that now I have a choice: either I can play the victim or I can use the power of my mind, with new creative and positive solutions as an alternative.

I felt that there was a high wall in front of me.
Together with Els and her amazing creative and professional approach I got over it. On to new adventures that no one was able to predict…

The wise counsel of ‘Auntie Els’: “Who cares?!
I can’t get any worse than it was."'
 

*marie.

'Els and I have known each other for a number of years and I am infinitely grateful to have her by my side.

Els helped me during a very challenging time in my life. I felt hopeless and lost, trapped in a negative emotional cycle.
However, she guided me back to myself and helped me bring about real change.

Thanks to her loving, reliable, professional and creative nature I managed to make peace with the past, overcome fears and view events from a different perspective and let them go. It was truly a gift of the Universe that I arrived where I am today.
Els has an understanding of people and knows how to encourage them in order to continue.

The Tapping can be easily integrated into your daily routine and it really helps!
At the start of our sessions I was a little skeptical whether it would work, whether I’d be able to make it through the journey, but I can tell you: it truly works and it pays off to go on this path!
Because through inner peace your beliefs and ways of thinking will change, giving you a positive feeling and helping you lead a happier and more satisfying life. I now see many things with different eyes than before.

A warm thank you to Els for her patience and the wonderful tool she taught me. I hope you too will discover this way of life. You are in very good hands.'
 

Anonymous, Germany