VrijZijn -
"The freedom to be who you are."
At VrijZijn we believe that true freedom does not come from letting go of everything, but from staying present with what is.
Freedom is not the absence of boundaries, but the ability to find space within your life—to breathe, to choose, and to grow.
We guide couples and individuals in that process:
through therapy, coaching and exercise.
Together we explore what being free means to you —
in relationships, in work, in yourself.
Freedom is not a destination, but a way of life.
Eniko Orbán
"Change knows no age.
Freedom begins in connection — with yourself and with others."
With an academic background in psychology and a master's degree in psychotherapy, completed abroad, I now guide couples and marriages through their daily challenges and growth processes.
My varied career has taught me the importance of finding balance—in relationships, at work, and within yourself. That experience inspired me to help people discover their own direction, both in their personal lives and professional journeys.
I provide counselling in multiple languages: Dutch, English, Hungarian and Romanian.
I offer therapy in a warm, safe space, but also in nature—during walks in the Heverleeforest or the Meerdaalwoud, where silence and movement together create space for insight and recovery.
Couples therapy
Every relationship has its moments of distance, misunderstandings, or repetition of the same arguments. Sometimes tensions or recriminations build, or trust seems to be lost.
Couples therapy helps you to start talking to each other again — with more understanding, openness and respect.
Together we will explore the maladaptive patterns you hold on to and how to break them, with the aim of strengthening communication and truly hearing each other again.
Marriage counseling
Marriage counseling offers support for conflict, lack of intimacy, trust issues, and difficult communication.
Together we investigate the underlying causes of tension and learn to recognize and break negative patterns.
The focus is on better understanding, listening and connecting, so that space is created again for proximity and collaboration.
If one partner is not yet ready for joint sessions, individual therapy can also be a valuable step.
We work together to find concrete solutions to strengthen the relationship and restore trust.
Career coach
Career coaching helps when you're stuck in your work or unsure about your next step.
Whether you're looking for direction in your career, want support with job applications and interviews, or want to find more balance and motivation — together we'll explore what suits you.
We explore what gives you energy, where your talents lie and how you can experience more self-confidence and meaning in your work.
Step by step we look for concrete solutions to move forward with clarity and satisfaction.
Stress and burnout coach
Stress and burnout coaching helps to identify sources of stress and underlying patterns — such as perfectionism or an excessive sense of responsibility.
Together we work on recovery and relaxation, with attention to energy, emotions and resilience.
The guidance focuses on strengthening skills such as self-confidence, assertiveness and setting boundaries.
We look for sustainable solutions that support recovery, prevent relapse and promote a healthy work-life balance.
Sometimes this also happens outside, in nature — where silence and movement help to find space again.
Relationship and family therapy
Relationship and family therapy helps with conflicts, communication problems, intimacy and sexual difficulties, and tensions within the family — between partners, parents and children, or other family members.
Guidance can also help people to interact better and understand each other again during life phase changes, illness or blended families.
Through conversations — together or individually — we work on improving communication, recognizing destructive patterns and breaking old habits.
We also explore the underlying causes of the problems, so that space is created for recovery, understanding and connection.
Sports coach
Sports coaching is not only for top athletes, but for everyone who wants to feel fitter, stronger and healthier.
Together we work on a feasible and personalized plan — with attention to exercise, nutrition, recovery and mental resilience.
With experience as a director and head instructor of a martial arts school, Patrick also integrates insights from Bruce Lee's philosophy, which revolves around flexibility, self-knowledge and inner balance.
Movement becomes more than just training — it becomes a way to get to know yourself better and live more freely.
Whether you want to start exercising again, prevent injuries, or simply feel better about yourself, sports coaching helps you achieve lasting change with small, realistic steps.
The focus is on body awareness, motivation and balance, so that movement becomes something that feels good again, at your pace and according to your possibilities.
Business coach
With over 45 years of experience as an independent entrepreneur and 20 years in the private security sector, Patrick guides entrepreneurs and teams in their growth and development.
As a business coach, he helps formulate a clear vision, resolve bottlenecks and develop leadership and resilience.
He acts as an advisor, mentor and sounding board, and supports both business and personal growth.
The coaching focuses on strategic planning, problem-solving, personal effectiveness, and maintaining balance — the foundation for sustainable results and healthy collaboration.
Patrick Van Vlasselaer
It's all about "problem solving" and feeling good again.
Patrick is an experienced therapist with over 30 years of expertise in personal counseling and problem solving.
He is known for his professional, discreet approach and his unashamed approach, where every client can share their story in peace and confidence.
In addition to his background in relationship, family, and individual therapy, Patrick also brings over 20 years of experience in the private security sector — a combination that characterizes his work by clarity, realism, and respect for everyone's boundaries.
He works solution-oriented and guides clients through issues such as assertiveness, communication, grief and loss, stress, divorce, and conflict mediation. Where necessary, he also integrates elements of coaching, reiki, and personal growth, always focusing on what someone truly needs to move forward.
Practical Information
Price for a consultation
€45.00 - intake
€50.00 - individual
€70.00 - couple
*payment on site via Payconiq or cash
Freedom begins in the heart—and can fully blossom within a relationship.
