For women who’ve outgrown

the life that once fit

You’ve done everything “right.”
Built the career. Been dependable. Pushed through. Held it all together.
But somewhere along the way, you stopped feeling connected to your own life.

This Might Feel Familiar

You’ve outgrown something — a role, a career path, a version of yourself — but you haven’t fully landed in what’s next yet.

  • So you keep circling.

  • Researching. Thinking. Starting and stopping.

  • Talking yourself into things, then right back out of them again.

  • Having multiple ideas, but not knowing which one to choose.

  • Beginning something, then losing momentum and questioning yourself again.

  • You think about it a lot, but don’t always follow through.

  • You’re not incapable.

  • You’re not lacking ambition.

What We Do Together

I work with women who’ve outgrown something — a career path, work that no longer fits, or an old version of themselves — and are trying to figure out what comes next.

Women who are thoughtful, capable, and constantly thinking things through, but stuck between knowing something needs to change and trusting themselves enough to move.

Together, we get clear on what fits you now and what deserves your energy first.

And when that includes building a business, I support you in creating something that feels sustainable, meaningful, and genuinely yours.

No pressure to have it all figured out.

No forcing.

Just honest conversation, practical support, and meaningful movement toward work, a business, or a life that actually fits you.

Love from Clients

Client

“Before working with Marcela, I hadn’t even considered becoming a Pilates instructor although I had been passionate about this exercise method for years. I had almost given up on the idea of being able to change my career. I felt bored, uninspired, and convinced that I would have to stay in my current job until retirement. My work didn’t give me the opportunity to express who I really am. It didn’t make me shine or bring me alive. Since working with Marcela, I’ve gained clarity about my values, passions, and purpose, and reconnected with my deepest desires. I now have the tools to counter my inner critic, my doubts, and my fears, and I’ve built self-awareness and confidence that I didn’t have before. I’ve created more physical and energetic space in my life, which allows inspiration and new ideas to flow in. I’ve also learned to set boundaries, prioritize what nourishes me, and take intentional, focused action toward the business that feels like me. Marcela’s presence, compassion, and gentle guidance made this journey truly transformative and helped me see what I’m capable of."

Ülle, kickstarted Pilates Studio Pilates My Way

★★★★★
Client

“I was struggling with which direction to go, what to focus on first, and what could truly make things happen. Now, I have more clarity and confidence that I can achieve my goals. I feel much more relaxed and certain about my direction. From being unclear about what to do next with multiple ideas, to nailing down a specific direction to tackle, Marcela has been an exceptional thinking partner. We dived into business objectives, values, target audience, competitive advantages, and operations. The discussion was both thorough and practical. Marcela is one of the best thinking partners. She is a great coach with excellent listening skills who always helps me think outside the box. I feel heard, and she creates a safe space where I can share my ideas without judgment, even the less polished ones. She has significantly helped me accomplish tasks that I had been delaying. I need someone to push me forward, and she does that with grace."

Amy Geng, kickstarted a summer program for kids

★★★★★
Client

“Working with Marcela was honestly a turning point for me. From the very beginning, she met me exactly where I was. There was structure, but zero pushiness. Instead of telling me what I “should” do, Marcela kept bringing me back to what felt true for me and aligned with my life. One of my biggest breakthroughs was realizing I don’t have to follow the constant posting, visibility, and self-promotion often pushed online. Marcela helped me see that I can build a business in a way that feels natural instead of heavy, exhausting, or inauthentic. Her questions were simple but deeply thought-provoking. They cleared out so much noise and second-guessing. As we worked together, ideas started flowing again, and for the first time in a long time, I felt like I could trust myself instead of forcing an outcome. I went from feeling confused and stuck to feeling peaceful, relieved, and confident being who I am. One of the biggest shifts for me was realizing: I don’t have to prove anything. Marcela creates space for the whole person. She helped me find a path that feels like home, and I’m genuinely grateful.”

Kim, kickstarted Narrate Your Now: Educator Sustainability and Transition Coaching

★★★★★
Client

“One of the biggest shifts for me has been understanding that I first have to become the person I want to be before I can fully create the life or business I want.” Before working with Marcela, I had wanted to start my own business for years but felt stuck in overthinking, uncertainty, and endless planning. I had ideas and interests, but no real clarity or confidence to move forward. What made working with Marcela different was the way she combined gentleness with honesty and direction. She didn’t just listen; she helped me recognize the thinking patterns that were keeping me stuck and challenged me to move forward in a supportive way. Through our work together, I’ve become much more confident in my own ideas and decisions. I trust myself more, experience far less negative self-talk, and no longer see challenges as failures, but as part of growth and building something meaningful. I also feel much more capable of moving forward even when things feel unclear or uncomfortable. Working with Marcela has been truly encouraging, grounding, and transformative. I would especially recommend her to anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of themselves or the direction they want to take in life or business.”

Tiina, Second Stoori

★★★★★
Client

“Working with Marcela was exactly what I needed during an overwhelming time. She met me exactly where I was, without judgment, and helped me get honest with myself, cut through the noise, and see the bigger picture when everything felt messy and unclear. Through understanding myself, my inner critics, and how to deal with them, I gained the clarity and confidence to focus on what truly mattered, level up in both my professional and personal life, and finally make the career transition I had been putting off. I regained focus and direction, reframed how I see pressure and success, and have the confidence to take bold steps forward. I feel lighter, more purposeful, and more in control. What once felt impossible now feels like the best decision I’ve ever made, and I have her to thank for that.”

NA, kickstarted "Mosaic Studio" and Career Transition

★★★★★
Client

“I was struggling with focus and getting my ideas in order for my future goals. After working with Marcela, my thoughts are much clearer, and I now know how to approach my career transition with confidence. She helped me get organized, dedicate time to my goals, and move forward with purpose. Through our conversations, I uncovered hidden potentials and found the motivation to pursue what I truly want. Marcela creates a comfortable space where you feel safe to open up. She has a remarkable ability to see and point out qualities in you that you may not even realize you have. The process is clear and straightforward, and her unique gift is making big changes feel simple and achievable.”

Gus, Career Transition

★★★★★
Client

“I struggled with imposter syndrome and doubted my abilities as a coach and my confidence level was low. Through conversations with Marcela, certain things have become clearer to me. I have started to be kind to my own self and learning to appreciate the positives within me. Things don’t seem that impossible anymore and my confidence in my own capabilities has risen. I am learning to be kind to myself and remind myself of all I have already achieved. Trying to be patient as perfection take time and things will happen when it’s the best time. Being consistent with my work towards achieving the goal. I would highly recommend Marcela to anyone who is struggling to take the plunge into something unknown. By talking with Marcela, things start to become clearer and the doubts and fears become much more manageable. I felt invigorated about pursuing my goal and staying consistent upon my efforts.”

Azmina Jahani, kickstarted Midlife Health Hub

★★★★★

A Little About Me

I’m Marcela.

Over the last 30+ years, I’ve worked across healthcare, business, and intergovernmental organizations in Slovakia, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Canada.

From the outside, much of my career looked successful. And in many ways, it was.

But I also know what it feels like to stay in work long after something inside you has started asking for more.

I know what it feels like to keep choosing what makes sense while quietly knowing something no longer fits.
And I know how much changes when you finally begin listening to yourself honestly.

That experience shapes everything I do now.

Ready to Find Your Direction?

You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. If something here resonated, let’s start with a conversation. You don’t need to be fully ready. Just ready enough to start.

A woman with shoulder-length curly brown hair wearing a white top and blue earrings, smiling, standing at a kitchen counter with a red mug labeled "Marcela," a notebook, pen, smartphone, and a laptop.