I support new expats in the area who are finding settling in harder than they expected.
Coaching for individuals and couples in person around Oliveira do Hospital, or online.
Does any of this sound familiar?
"I thought I'd feel more settled by now.""We came here for a reason, and I'm losing track of what it was.""My partner and I are experiencing this move very differently.""I finally have the time and space I wanted, and no real idea what to do with it.""I can't tell anyone back home that this is harder than I expected."
You're not doing it wrong.
Almost everyone who moves here goes through something like this. The excitement of arriving fades, the practical side takes over, and then the bigger questions arrive. Where do I belong here? Who are my people? What life do I actually want to build? It's normal, and it's often easier to work through with someone than on your own.
Hello I’m Lawrence
I moved to central Portugal in 2017 and live on a quinta near Oliveira do Hospital, where I'm currently building a house. Along with the ups and downs of finding my feet in Portugal I have worked in coaching and therapy since 2004.
What we can work on
Creating a life to feel at home here
Building real connection and community
Working through the strain a move can put on a relationship, on your own or together as a couple
Finding direction, purpose or support with a new project
Making decisions you've been putting off
Let’s start with a conversation
A free conversation to explore what support you need and start pointing you in the right direction. We can meet over coffee if you're nearby, or online if not, and if you're a couple you're welcome to come together. It's a chance to talk about where you are now and what you want for your future. If we both feel it's a good fit, we'll talk about next steps. If not, you'll still leave with something useful.
Lawrence Michaels
Coaching for life after the moveBased near Oliveira do Hospital, Portugal. Sessions in person and online.WhatsApp +351 913 797 379 · [email protected]