About Hilde

My name is Hilde Marguérite, founder of Art of Life Coaching and a Certified Master Life Coach based in Curacao.

Albert Einstein once said, “Nothing happens until something moves.” I couldn’t agree more.

Years ago, I went through a major life transition myself when I moved from Europe to the Caribbean. I experienced firsthand how change can bring new opportunities while at the same time raising questions about who you are, what matters to you and how you want to move forward.

Today I live and work in Curacao, where I run two businesses. Through Art of Life Coaching, I support individuals and couples with personal questions, relationship challenges and periods of change.

Together with my husband, I also run Maxie Sailing Curacao, where we organize exclusive private sailing experiences. Being on the water has always been something I value, it creates space, perspective and sometimes simply a moment to step away from everyday life.

My Coaching Philosophy

I believe that we often already know more than we think we do. But when emotions, expectations, old patterns or everyday responsibilities get in the way, it can be difficult to see clearly what is happening and what we actually need.

My role as a coach is not to tell you what to do. I listen, ask questions, reflect what I notice and challenge you where needed to look at yourself, your situation or your relationship from a different perspective.

Sometimes that means looking back to understand where certain beliefs, feelings or patterns come from. But our focus remains on where you are now, what you can influence and what you would like to change moving forward.

For me, coaching is not only about gaining insight. It is also about translating that insight into choices, conversations and practical steps that can make a real difference in everyday life.

My way of coaching has developed through professional training, continued learning and many years of experience working with people, entrepreneurship and change.

As a Certified Master Life Coach, I draw on coaching techniques and insights from applied psychology, NLP and CBT, while always adapting my approach to the person or couple in front of me.

I continue to deepen my knowledge and coaching skills because I believe good coaching requires curiosity from both sides. I don’t need to have all the answers, my role is to ask the questions that may help you discover yours.

Who I Work With

I work with individuals and couples who want to better understand what is happening in their life or relationship and what they would like to change.

Some come to me because they feel stuck, struggle with procrastination or motivation, or have lost a sense of direction. Others want to build greater self-confidence, create more balance or understand patterns that keep getting in the way.

I also work with couples who are experiencing relationship challenges, recurring conflicts or communication that no longer seems to work, as well as couples who simply want to understand each other better and strengthen their connection.

Major changes such as moving abroad, changes in work or family life, loss, midlife or entering a new phase can also bring new questions about who you are, what you need and what you want going forward.

And sometimes there isn't one major problem at all. There is simply a feeling that something needs to change - personally, professionally or within a relationship.

Whatever brings you to coaching, we start with where you are now, what matters to you and what you can influence, rather than where you think you should be.

I offer personal and relationship coaching in Curacao, as well as online coaching for individuals and couples worldwide. Sessions are available in English and Dutch.

If you are curious whether my way of coaching could be a good fit for you or for both of you,  you are warmly invited to schedule a free introductory call.

Hilde Marguérite van Ulden
Certified Master Life Coach | NLP | CBT
Sessions available in English and Dutch