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Brain-Based,Heart-Led

We are wired for connection. And genuine connection begins within—with our own neurobiology.

For over 25 years I’ve integrated nutrition research, executive coaching, supervision and applied neuroscience to help professionals and leaders navigate tension, stress and overwhelm— with greater clarity, focus and purpose.

I call this approach Brain-Based, Heart Led— or in Dutch: Voor Hoofdzaken die het Hart Raken.

What I bring:

  • 25+ years integrating coaching, supervision, and applied neuroscience
  • Co-author of Supervision for Coaches — a handbook for professional coaches and supervisors (Dutch, 2025; English, 2026)
  • Independent research and articles on the embodied dynamics in leadership, coaching and supervision
  • Structured facilitation style and comfortable facilitating in Dutch and English
Curious whether this fits what you’re navigating?  Let’s talk.
A new 2026 program — Brain-Smart, Practice-Wise — starts in September 2026: events-calendar here below:

Events Calendar

Curious what’s next? Here’s where you can join in.

Brain-Smart, Practice-Wise (English language group)
Third Tuesday of the month · 15 September 2026 – June 2027 · 19:00–20:00 CET. Register here

Brain-Smart, Practice-Wise (Dutch language group)
Third Thursday of the month · 17 September 2026 – June 2027 · 19:00–20:00 CET. Register here

New Group Supervision
Starting September 2026 · 2 places available. Connect via email or book a slot in my agenda

1:1 Supervision
For more information: connect via email or book a slot in my agenda

Bio Sonja Vlaar

  • Educated (Ir.) nutritionist Wageningen University (1983), Supervisor/Coach (MSc. Hogeschool HAN, 2003), and master Neuroplastician (2024)
  • The first 20 years of career, working in international training & consultancy for L&D, management- and leadership.
  • Founder/ owner of Attune (2004-present): Executive Coach, Supervisor, Author and public Speaker.
  • Bridging theory and practice at the intersection of supervision, neuroscience, physiology of the brain and body, positive psychology, to enhance sustainable behavior, improved performance and resilience.
  • Facilitator for sessions: group-supervision, peer-intervision, round table meetings
  • Group-supervisor for students at HAN University,  Master Study International Social Studies
  • Group supervisor for certified neuroplasticians at the npnInstitute
  • LinkedIn profile

Certifications:

  • Supervisor and Intervision-Coach (diploma HAN University)

  • Nutritionist (Diploma Ir. WUR)

  • Conversational Intelligence Professional (C-IQ Certified)

  • Master Neuroplastician (Certified)

  • Neurozone (Certified Advanced Coach)

  • Whole Brain Professional  (Certified Advanced Coach)

  • Narratief Coaching (Advanced certified Coach)

  • Executive (Team) Coach (Certified)

  • Focusing Professional (Certified)

  • Facilitator Webinars

Recent blogs

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