WELCOME TO WHAT’S NEXT! COACHING, COUNSELLING & CONSULTING

Change can feel overwhelming — but with support it becomes empowering.

Are you growing your career, business, or leadership? Facing a major life transition? Are you navigating life as a neurodivergent person in a world built for neurotypical minds? I can help you find clarity, confidence, and a path forward.

Whether you’re moving away from something that no longer serves you, or moving toward a new way of being, I’ll walk alongside you as you create what’s next.

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“And suddenly you just know it’s time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.”

-Shiraz Paracha

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My Story

Hi, I’m Velda, founder of What’s Next! Coaching, Counselling & Consulting.

I started this practice because I know what it feels like to live in a world of impermanence — to know something in your life or career needs to shift but not sure where to start or how to get there. For over 26 years, I worked in leadership, learning, and development, coaching people through change, growth, and transformation. Along the way, I also discovered my own neurodivergence, which brought new insight into how we all navigate a world often designed for someone else.

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My Philosophy

I believe people are pure potential to be supported and nurtured. With over 26 years of experience in leadership, adult education, human resource management, change management, teaching and organizational development, I have seen firsthand that growth happens when people feel heard, valued, and equipped with the right tools.

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“Most of us have the answers inside us, we just need a guide to help us see them.”

-Nathalie Blais

My Services

Coaching

Personalized support to help you grow, achieve your goals, and create a life that feels aligned with who you are. Together, we’ll focus on your strengths and create a clear path forward, with tools and strategies that fit you.

Choose coaching if:

You want to achieve specific future goals, improve performance, and take proactive steps toward success.

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Counselling

Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re moving through change, challenges, or navigating the world as a neurodivergent person. Counselling will help with specific life challenges, helping you understand your feelings, and support with current problems – giving you a safe, supportive space to explore what’s on your mind and heart

Choose Counselling if:

You are looking to navigate current life circumstances to develop coping strategies.

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Consulting

Partnering with leaders and organizations to solve business problems; to build healthy, human-centred workplaces where people thrive

Choose Consulting if:

You are looking to harness the capacity within your business.

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I do not diagnose, assess, or treat mental health disorders.
I do not provide psychotherapy, psychiatric care, or crisis intervention.

If you are experiencing symptoms such as severe anxiety, depression, trauma, or suicidal thoughts, I will recommend you seek the help of a licensed mental health professional (e.g., Registered Psychotherapist, Social Worker, or Psychologist).
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Client Testimonials

S.L.Senior Manager, Knowledge Management

“Working with Velda as my career coach was transformative—she gave me practical tools to navigate acute challenges with clarity and confidence. Her guidance equipped me with lasting resilience, preparing me to face future career hurdles with strength and purpose. Velda gracefully rebuilds confidence and helps you recognize and build on your unique strengths. Her vast experience, coupled with her passion for coaching, candid conversations, and empathetic nature make her an ally in any professional journey.”
M.W. Administrative Team Lead

“If there is one phrase to capture Velda’s coaching method, it is self-empowerment. Through difficult yet necessary conversations, Velda was able to help me reframe my thinking to understand my own power and accountability in my career. She will Challenge you to envision a confident version of yourself and encourage you to follow through in your day-to-day. She offers a valuable perspective and mindset that can only help to strengthen your personal career goals as you navigate the next steps you want and need to take to find fulfilment. Your path is what you make of it - Velda is here to help you find clarity in that.”
C.B. Artist, Gallery Owner

“Velda is an exceptional coach with an ability to quickly understand what drives and motivates you. Through her insight and expertise, she helps identify the precise steps needed to advance toward both professional and personal goals. Her questions are consistently well considered and thought-provoking, encouraging you to recognize that the solutions often lie within yourself. Velda’s approach is clear, strategic, and effective, making her an invaluable partner in achieving meaningful progress and lasting results.”
A.P. Coach, Private Practice

“From the moment I started working with Velda, I felt a profound sense of care and warmth, which instantly made me feel safe and deeply heard. She asks perfectly timed questions that spark insights, each building on the last, helping me see the next steps. I had struggled during a pivotal life transition, feeling completely stuck in my own way, creating stories that revealed fear. Velda's soulful and gentle approach helped me tap into my own buried inner wisdom. Velda's guidance helped me develop the self-accountability I needed to stop spinning and start taking small, meaningful steps forward. Her authenticity and passion are radiant in every session. I always walk away energized, inspired, and smiling."