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Anneke Fontijne

I am a true people person, I love life, adventure, and being outdoors. I am enthusiastic, serious, cheerful, and endlessly curious about people. I enjoy working in the garden and taking joyful walks with our dogs, Paco and Jip. I consider myself a grounded person with love for people, animals, and nature.

For over 30 years, I have passionately and compassionately guided people toward greater self-understanding and insight. My fascination with people and helping them was evident early on. As a physiotherapist, I discovered the profound impact of physical touch on people, which led me to the field of haptonomy.

The haptotherapy study was a real eye-opener for me. Supporting people in this way—openly, attentively, and empathetically—was new to me but immediately ignited my passion for the profession. It is no surprise that after obtaining my diploma, I was invited to work as an instructor at the haptotherapy training program. With great joy and dedication, I passed on my knowledge and experience to future therapists. This period feels like a gift to me, as I had the opportunity to experience so much and gain valuable wisdom—not least because I collaborated with inspiring and wise colleagues.

From a young age, I was already attuned to my senses, and this sensitivity has developed further over the course of my life. Being present for others—unconditionally, reliably, intuitively, and empathetically—comes naturally to me. I serve as a mirror when needed, with gentleness and humor. I am fully committed to helping uncover what is necessary for you to take the next step in your development—always in a safe setting. You are warmly welcome to take steps with me toward more connection, freedom, and self-worth.

If you'd like to learn more about my training and experience, feel free to check out my LinkedIn profile

A few testimonials:

  • "Anneke, your guidance is excellent. Your knowledge, openness, and loving warmth are exceptional. You know what you’re doing and act accordingly. Thank you for helping me reconnect with myself." – Peggy

  • "I feel like I can share everything with you. You understood exactly what was going on with me. Your no-nonsense mentality worked well for me. You also asked the right questions to help me overcome my resistance."

  • "You are a warm, passionate woman, a coach through and through, with great empathy and a talent for family constellations. Thank you for crossing my path in life." – Marion

  • "Anneke is a particularly lovely and inspiring woman who has already taught me a lot in a short time. She's not easily fooled. She was direct, warm, and confrontational when needed, and gave me the space to wrestle with my own emotions. It was beautiful to see how she always stood 'beside' me."

The retreats usually take place at our Spanish finca, where the abundance of nature, tranquility, silence, and the beautiful surroundings have a positive influence. However, you can also find me regularly in the Netherlands, where I work in a practice in Amsterdam—particularly for people who have previously worked with me or attended a Time Out retreat.

During these periods, you can also request a free live introductory meeting. Additionally, there is an option to spend part of a day getting acquainted with my working method.