A pleasure to meet you. My name is Femke, I’m 48 years old and I live in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.
I have been working in the fields of health, vitality and conscious living for over 30 years.
Experience, expertise and a personal approach to health and vitality
With a professional background in physiotherapy, health promotion, massage and coaching, I have spent the past thirty years supporting people in improving their health, well-being and physical functioning.
After completing my physiotherapy degree at Fontys University of Applied Sciences in Eindhoven (1995–2000), I continued to develop my expertise in massage, health promotion and personal guidance. In 2007, I obtained my TouchPro qualification in chair massage.
Since 2007, I have been working through Vitasoon, focusing on health, movement, relaxation and behavioural change. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in supporting people with physical complaints, stress-related tension and challenges affecting their work and everyday functioning.
From individual well-being to workplace vitality
My approach is based on the connection between the body, behaviour and the surrounding environment. Physical complaints do not always occur in isolation. Work-related strain, prolonged postures, stress, insufficient recovery and everyday habits can all play a role.
That is why I believe in a practical and personalised approach, combining physical care with awareness, prevention and, where appropriate, guidance towards behavioural change.
I see significant opportunities for organisations to provide accessible support to their employees. By paying regular attention to physical strain, relaxation and recovery, potential concerns can be recognised earlier, helping employees become more aware of their own health and well-being.
My philosophy
Health and vitality require more than a temporary solution. They are built through attention, awareness and realistic changes that fit each individual and their everyday environment.
Through Vitasoon, I aim to make this kind of support accessible to both individuals and organisations that want to invest in the well-being and sustainable employability of their employees.
My approach combines professional expertise, genuine commitment, personal attention and an understanding of the individual behind each complaint.
The companies that benefit from the positive effects of our interventions are KPMG, Politie NL, Herbalife, VDS tandtechniek.
My approach is down-to-earth and people-focused. I tailor my way of working to each individual, because everyone’s body, lifestyle, behaviour and abilities are different. That is why I don’t just focus on symptoms, but also on what each person needs to function better in both work and everyday life in the long term.
I combine attentive listening with careful analysis, which allows me to genuinely tailor my approach to the individual.
Years of experience in coaching have taught me to have conversations that are clear, insightful and practical.
I developed my technical skills and treatment techniques extensively during my studies and while teaching at a physiotherapy training programme.
I have also explored a range of massage treatments and techniques, including Classic massage, Japanese acupressure massage, hot stone massage and connective tissue massage.
During treatments and massages, I use my hands and intuition to identify areas of tension and restriction. This allows me to work in a focused and effective way, making a real difference to relaxation, circulation and the relief of physical discomfort.
Who am I?
I am a creative and open-minded person. I value science while also listening to my intuition and feelings.
Outside of work, my daughter Liv, who is 16, is an important part of my life. In my free time, I enjoy creative projects related to interior design and fashion, and I love being active outdoors. I enjoy sports, skating, snowboarding and bootcamp sessions, and you will often find me in the park.
I also love dancing and spending quality time with friends and family.