Hi, I’m Andrea
I’m Andrea, a transformative coach based in Hampshire
With a multidimensional background spanning education, business, hospitality, and architecture, my career has been shaped by a deep interest in human connection and interpersonal dynamics.
Today, I work with individuals of all ages and walks of life to cultivate awareness, confidence, resilience, and meaningful progress.
Change has been my constant companion and my greatest teacher.
Originally from Germany, I’ve lived in Mexico, Ireland, and now the UK—my home for the past 22 years—and I have two grown-up children.
I have co-founded two businesses, taught German, and worked across both corporate and creative settings.
These experiences have shaped my understanding of the importance of creativity, agency, communication, and the sense of belonging – strengthening my appreciation of people, purpose, and possibility.
I have always been equally curious about how our environments shape who we become, and how we adapt to change.
How I work
My practice is holistic, giving equal attention to both body and mind while also recognising your unique circumstances.
You will be guided through practices and exercises that help you build new emotional, mental, and practical pathways forward.
This work brings together reflection (like values mapping and reframing your personal narrative), embodied practices (such as breath, presence, and energy awareness), and practical systems (goal setting, habit design, and accountability). The aim is to turn insight into steady, meaningful action.
My approach is person-centred and grounded in the belief that no one needs fixing. I see every client as resourceful, creative, and whole – already capable of growth and change.
I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Courses and Accreditations
Accredited Diploma in Transformative Coaching (Animas Centre for Coaching)
Yes Futures Licenced Coach
Coaching and Trauma (CPD Animas Centre for Coaching)
Coaching Modern Relationships (CPD Animas Centre for Coaching)
Member of the Association for Coaching
Gentle Steps Coaching is committed to best practice and ongoing CPD and training.
We undergo regular supervision, enhanced DBS checks, safeguarding training and hold professional business insurance.
Client Stories
“My experience of Andrea’s work is that it is holistic; aiming to explore, address and work through your thoughts, issues and themes as a whole. I came to the sessions with a specific idea of what I wanted to address or ‘work on’ but uncovered so much more. The conversations developed and moved into places that I hadn’t connected together, going much deeper than I had imagined.”