I'm Valentina, founder of Behaviour & Balance, a psychologist with a Master's in Health Psychology and Behaviour Change, and an ICF coach in training.

Having lived and studied across Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Australia, I've experienced firsthand how exciting but also overwhelming periods of change can be. Constantly adapting to new environments taught me how closely stress, uncertainty, and our behaviours are connected.

For years, I lived in a constant state of stress. Even small everyday situations felt overwhelming, and I spent a lot of time overthinking, doubting myself, and feeling like I needed to have everything under control. I kept believing that once I reached the next milestone or figured everything out, I'd finally feel calmer. But no matter what I achieved, that feeling never lasted.

Studying psychology gave me answers I had been searching for. I realised that awareness alone isn't enough to create change. Lasting change happens when we understand the patterns driving our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and learn practical ways to respond differently. Rather than fighting stress, I learned to understand it, work with it, and build habits that supported my wellbeing instead of draining it.

That journey inspired me to create Behaviour & Balance.

Today, I help professionals navigate stress, uncertainty, and life transitions with greater confidence and resilience. Whether they're starting a new job, changing careers, moving abroad, building a business, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the demands of everyday life, I provide an evidence based space to better understand themselves and develop practical strategies for lasting change.