Coaching
According to previous clients, I work in a one-to-one setting in a “gentle, clear, humorous and guiding” manner. I take an integrative approach, drawing on various methods. Depending on the context, I may use systemic, structural or emotion-regulating approaches, or incorporate imagination exercises, visualisations or embodiment – because:
• Every issue deserves its own approach
• Clients’ preferences and circumstances are taken into account
• People generally change, so the methods used in a coaching process must also be adaptable
• What is worked on in coaching should not merely provide a solution in the moment, but be integrated in a sustainable way.
Below are some examples of issues that may be addressed, though there may well be other topics that require attention:
Balancing emotions
Do you suddenly lose your temper? Do you experience a racing heart, intense fear or fly into a rage? And this happens even though you don’t think it’s appropriate for the situation? Or does your perfectionism, or perhaps your mistrust, generally hold you back? Are you getting in your own way, and does this hold you back, make you feel insecure, annoy you or overwhelm you? Would you like to regain more balance, strength and flexibility in how you behave?
We will help you to sort through your emotions and restore a functional balance, so that you can regain the flexibility to act.
1–5 sessions of 90 minutes each, depending on the situation.
We'll use emotional coaching (see below).
Love for achievement
Are you constantly on the go, and yet it never seems to be enough to make you feel satisfied, fulfilled or valued? Do you find it hard to accept compliments? Do you prefer to do ‘it’ on your own rather than entrust it to others? And at the same time, do you long for relaxation, for deep connections and joy?
We’ll get to the root of the conditioning behind these behavioural patterns, work towards coming to terms with them, and develop new ways of acting.
1–7 sessions of 90 minutes each, depending on the situation.
We’ll use conversation and emotional coaching (see below), as you wish.
Crises
Are you going through a serious crisis? Do you feel as though you’ve reached a dead end? Is it all just too much for you? Do you feel overwhelmed by the prospect of carrying on, but don’t know how to move forward differently? Are you looking for strength, clarity and a sense of direction?
A process characterised by calm, clarity and warmth is all about regaining your strength. This involves identifying what you need right now to become more stable, what might have led to the crisis, how you can recognise the warning signs earlier in future, and what lessons you can take away from the crisis – as a means of personal growth.
1–7 sessions of 90 minutes each, depending on the situation.
We’ll use conversation and emotional coaching (see below), as you wish.
Learning to recognise emotions
Do you feel that you find it difficult to recognise your emotions, or that you only realise them belatedly? And do you feel the need to strengthen your connection to your emotional world?
We'll work on your ability to recognise your emotions, primarily through body awareness exercises, as emotions are primarily expressed physically.
7–10 sessions of 90 minutes each.
We'll work on physical aspects (breathing, balance, etc.), use visualisation exercises,
engage in conversation and provide coaching whilst moving (see below).
NEED FOR CLARIFICATION
Career guidance
Are you looking to start a new career or change direction, and are you seeking guidance to weigh up your wishes and needs and reach a sound decision?
We'll assess your skills, preferences and needs, and work towards a balanced and viable solution that is appropriate for your current situation.
1 session of 120 minutes. We'll use conversation and visualisation.
Conversation strategy sparring
Do you have an important meeting coming up (e.g. a job interview, another professional or personal discussion) and want to prepare for it mentally and strategically?
We’ll go through your expectations for the outcome of the conversation and your strategy for it, and we’ll also discuss different options and ways to help you follow your own path.
1 session of 90 minutes. We’ll work this out together during our conversation.
Clarity & Change
Are you facing a series of events, questions and uncertainties? On the surface, everything seems to be going well, but inside you feel exhausted, insecure or lost? Do you want to get your thoughts in order, clarify your priorities and get back ‘ahead’ of the mountain? Do you want to make fundamental changes (to your relationship(s), work-life balance, etc.)?
We'll analyse, organise and work out your next steps, which should come from within you, in a self-directed and confident way – to get you to inner clarity and balance.
1–3 sessions of 90 minutes each.
We use conversation and visualisation +, where appropriate, emotional coaching
– see below).
Body language presence
Are you unsure about the impression you make with your physical presence? When pitching, speaking, at press conferences or when moderating? Do you need professional analysis, clear objectives and practical training to improve your ‘performance’ – including your physical appearance and behaviour?
Together, we’ll analyse the current situation, develop your vision for the future and work on the confident body language you’d like to project. This may also include voice training.
2–3 sessions of 60 minutes each. We’ll work through this directly using examples of your own
performance scenarios.
Emotions Coaching
Emotions that arise as we think, feel and act can inspire us, take us by surprise, or even stand in our way. They are multifaceted and all have their place – we need them all. However, they need to be kept in balance. With emTrace®, we regulate emotional patterns that have become unbalanced, so that you can once again act in accordance with your own intentions – in situations that you may have understood rationally – yet which still overwhelm you emotionally and thus block you (such as ‘fear in situation XY’).
Coaching in Motion
For this format, I offer a process involving guided movement together in the studio, in which we alternate between movement and conversation, using bodily sensations, patterns and effects that manifest in the body as both indicators and a gateway to working through issues. By ‘movement’, I mean free, improvised movement through the space; for most people, this probably comes closest to the idea of ‘dancing’. I guide you through the process so that you can concentrate fully on the movement and the physical and mental signals that arise, for which we'll work out new solutions together. This format also offers further benefits: proprioceptive training | unfamiliar and therefore expansive movement patterns | new experiences | deepening body awareness. (see testimonials below).
Conversation (structured, systematic)
You'll share your thoughts, tell your story and ask questions – I'll ask questions and assess the situation – and, step by step, we'll develop potential solutions, goals and implementation strategies.
Real constructivism
Real constructivism allows for an objective view of communication patterns, independent of individual sensitivities, which (necessarily) have their limits in a professional context. This enables analysis and guidance which, under certain circumstances, may provide a quicker solution to communication problems than addressing personal and psychological needs and conflicts.
Online
As well as in-person sessions, I also offer most sessions online.
Special knowledge:
Freelance
LGBTIQ*
Creative industries
Professional sports
FORMATS
walk & talk
A walk in a park: The physical movement gets thoughts moving, fresh air and impressions on our way have a positive and inspirational influence. (Berlin Parks in Mitte/Northwest)
create & talk
In addition to conversation I work -on request- also with creative methods such as constellations, system board, action and movement in space.
telephone and online
I am also happy to coach you over the phone or online video-to-video.
Two examples of feedback from coachees:
“I was very fortunate to work with Mathis. Every time, I came away from the sessions with a clear head, greater self-confidence and concrete strategies. Mathis manages to listen carefully, ask the right questions and provide food for thought that really helps you move forward. Mathis is a friendly, approachable, analytical and solution-oriented coach – and always very thoughtful in his approach.
I can highly recommend Mathis – for entrepreneurs as well as for people seeking clarity and solutions in our complex world, whether in their professional or personal lives.”
“Mathis guided me superbly through my own process, asked me insightful questions and helped me to understand it. He is also versatile, able to adapt to different topics, and it is an absolute pleasure to talk to him. I can highly recommend Mathis.”