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CAPACITY STUDIO

Ann Van Leerdam

COACHING, CONSULTING & FACILITATION
I work with women and workplaces to uncover new ways forward using collaborative, evidence based methods.
What is Coaching? It's not rocket science but it is neuroscience and we only survived as a species because we worked together. Coaching is a way for you to identify how you want to live and then be supported to find your way forward so you can do that. It is not another set of lists or 'shoulds' it is a collaborative and generative process that is supportive and offers accountability.
Discovery Call 0401385416
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About Me

My name is Ann Van Leerdam.

What I know is, that we are not designed to do this by ourselves. What I mean by 'this' is life. We need each other.

I grew up in a small town in South West Victoria on Djargurd Wurrung Country. I am second generation settler from Scottish and Dutch heratige. I now live in Melbourne on Boon Wurrung Country with my blended family. When I'm not hanging out with my family and working, I love reading, creating, singing and spending time with friends and camping at the beach. I also really love coaching. Why?

Coaching is such a collaborative and creative approach to wellbeing.

After going through burn out, hitting perimenopause then living with Long Covid, I needed a holistic framework to support me back to wellbeing. Despite all of my expertise, I couldn't do it alone, and I asked for support from a couple of wonderful coaches. I have a new way of seeing the world, and its a hopeful one. Coaches need Coaches too!

I have seen the coaching framework support so many people to live the life they want to live.

I have an educational background in Counselling, Teaching, Community Development, Neuroscience and Social Prescribing- which are the foundations of my accredited coaching and facilitation practice.

All people are welcome!

I am an ally to First Nations people and LGBTIQA+ people. I belong to a neurodivergent family.

Who do I Work With?

When we are Well it is better for us, our families, our friends, our workplaces, our neighbourhoods and our world.

I work with coaches, who don't often get the chance to work on their own wellbeing. Its really hard to coach yourself!

I work with people who want to live life in a way that is more than just surviving - including Neurodivergent people and people in Menopause transition.

I work with groups to teach stress recovery and wellness strategies for healthy ageing that enable them to live the life they want to live.

I work with businesses to support their staff and boards to flourish in their roles.

I have the training and qualifications to support people of all ages and stages.

I am a First Nations People and LGBTIQA+ Ally.

0401 385 416

ann@capacitystudio.com.au

1:1 Coaching

I have a focus on supporting:

  • Other coaches - we need support too!

  • Women transitioning through menopause.

  • Neurodivergent women - creatives, sole traders, entrepreneurs

  • People who are experiencing burn out

  • People who want to know what to do to live well and manage stress recovery.

  • Groups of 4 - Social connection is vital to our wellbeing. We were designed/ created/ evolved to support and cooperate with each other. Its how we survived as a species! This is a great opportunity for 4 of you to come together and learn how to support your nervous systems and each other in a creative and curious environment. At the end. you'll have your own accountability group too!

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Workshops

I deliver a range of workshops:

For Workplaces:

  • Thriving in the Workplace - for Neurodivergent staff

  • Recover from Stress and Work Well

  • Board Support

For Community Groups:

  • How to Support our Brains

  • Social Connection for Brain Health

  • Mindfulness and Movement

  • Age Well and Prosper

  • Food is Mood

  • Rest is Best for Living Well

  • Creative Craft and Connection

I have run these workshops for Councils, Libraries, Neighbourhood Houses, Community groups and individuals exploring living well together.

**Stay tuned for up and coming Capacity Studio workshops.

Work Places

I work with businesses who care about their staff and Governance Boards by running workshops on:

  • Stress Management

  • Team Cohesion

  • Surviving the Workplace Environment (for Neurodivergent staff)

  • Accessible Comms

  • Board Support

What people have said..

These quotes highlight how these sessions have supported people along the way

‘Ann supported me by providing a safe, respectful environment and practical strategies by being warm and respectful of everyone.’

Helen

Moongala Neighbourhood House

I feel like a whole new world has opened up to me. As a woman with ADHD and going through menopause, Ann has really helped me to move forward on things that I thought were impossible.

Louise

Comms and Marketing Manager

Ann has been great at listening and helping me to see that I have all that I need to make these changes. The accountability of these sessions has been really important.

Vanessa

Procurement Manager

Session Pricing

1:1 Coaching Packages

One Time Only - 1.5 hour Session

  • Free 30 minute phone call

  • Session notes

  • Tools and Tips Booklet

  • Newsletter subscription

    $195

4 Session Deal - 4 x 1 hours

  • Free 30 min phone call

  • Weekly or fortnightly sessions

  • Weekly reminders & session notes

  • Tools and Tips Booklet

  • Newsletter subscription

    $600 - payment plan available

Community Workshops

1 off Workshops - 2 hour session

What you will get:

  • Powerpoint presentation

  • Content Booklets

  • Group building

  • Information gathering

  • Evaluation

    $400

4 x Workshop Series - 2 hour Sessions

What you will get:

  • as above

  • Morning Tea

  • Overview reflection and evaluation document

    $3,000

Workshops can be created specifically for your groups or choose from:

  • How to Support our Brains

  • Social Connection for Brain Health

  • Mindfulness and Movement

  • Age Well and Prosper

  • Food is Mood

  • Rest is Best for Living Well

Workshops for Workplaces

I will create workshops to suit your specific needs around:

  • Stress Management

  • Work-life Balance (not Work and Life balance)

  • Neurodivergent Staff Support (for Neurodivergent Staff)

  • Support for Boards

  • Accessible Communications - so you can have a further customer reach

Starting at $1,000

Creative Workshops

I can teach your group:

  • How to weave on a mini loom

  • Crochet a face cleaner

  • Printing - using objects found at home- on paper and material

  • What does your group want to learn? I can create workshops designed for your group.

$400

Get in touch

Please provide your details below along with your message and I'll reply as soon as possible.

Or you can:

Call: 0401385416

Email: ann@capacitystudio.com.au

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