About Winn Chelini and what I offer you

My journey to my true self

🎮 For most of my life I sought distraction – through computer games, parties, alcohol and work. Success, results and ever new goals were my priority. But pausing to enjoy my achievements was hard for me. Standing still? Not an option.

🛡️ I considered myself logical and rational – until my protective walls came down and I felt the incongruence: what was expected of me often did not match my true needs. I hid my inner life behind external demands and substitute gratifications – until burnout hit.

💡 It forced me to look inwards. In doing so, I discovered that I am highly sensitive (HSP). For years I adapted, developed the chameleon effect in order to fit in, and lost touch with myself in the process.

🌪️ Burnout became the turning point. Painful, but also healing. I began an intensive journey of personal development, learned to understand myself better and to use my sensitivity as a strength.

✨ Today I know: the way back to yourself is the most rewarding journey you can undertake. But it never ends – I too keep working on myself, to live ever more in harmony with my values, needs and goals.

💞 This experience motivates me to accompany others on their journey – with my training inlife coaching and MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction). I bring my insights, techniques and knowledge purposefully into my coaching sessions and events in the Zurich Oberland (Wetzikon).

👉 If you recognise yourself in my story and are looking for support, get in touch! Together we can find out how you can unfold your full potential.

My personal rituals

Rituals give my life structure and help me stay emotionally balanced and aware. They are a firm part of my everyday life and reflect my philosophy as a coach: growth comes from reflection, movement and conscious connections.

🙏 Gratitude and mindfulness

I keep a journal in which I note what I am grateful for and what has touched or weighed on me emotionally. I consciously reframe burdensome thoughts into kind, strengthening messages to myself. It is my way of dealing with challenges mindfully and reinforcing the positive.

🏃 Movement for balance

Walks without music or distractions are a source of clarity for me. Whether I weave movement into my everyday life or train at the gym at least three times a week – movement gives me the energy and balance I need to support my clients as well as I possibly can.

🔎 Reflection and emotional connection

Regular reflection with friends gives me the opportunity to talk about my emotions, understand them and steer them consciously. This awareness of feelings is central not only in my own life but also in coaching. It helps me stay authentic and support others in doing the same.

What I offer you as your coach

🤝 Real change grows out of a trusting relationship – far beyond the classic coach–client dynamic.

When you work with me, you gain:

✅ A committed ally
✅ Support on your journey
✅ Structured solutions tailored individually to you

🎯 My coaching approach is based on a deep understanding of your individual needs and challenges. Together we develop solutions that are tailored precisely to you. I see myself as a partner and companion who creates a foundation of trust through integrity, openness and honesty. Trust is the basis for me, and I do everything I can to earn it through honest and consistent support.

💡 I know from my own experience what it is like to lose yourself in burnout or in constant adaptation, and to lose touch with who you are. But I also know the way back – step by step. These experiences allow me to accompany you not only professionally but also on a human level, with empathy.

📋 My strength lies in structuring complex topics and creating clarity. As a certified life coach who is highly sensitive myself, with many years of experience as a training lead, I ask the right questions – the ones that get you thinking and support you in a lasting way.

🤗 You are not alone. Whether it is inner blocks, personal goals or your next stage of development – I am by your side. Let's shape your path together – clear, structured and with the certainty that you are supported.

Winn Chelini, life coach in Wetzikon in the Zurich Oberland

Rituals in coaching – clarity and focus for your journey

🧘 At the start of a coaching session, we take a moment to arrive and leave everyday life behind. A short breathing exercise or a reflection helps you be present and focus on the here and now.

💡 At the end of each session, I give you targeted impulses, input or exercises to take with you – ones that support you in your everyday life and foster your personal growth. These rituals not only create structure, they also make sure the insights from coaching become firmly anchored in your life.

Professional background

former development engineer and project manager
many years as an IT specialist consultant and team leader in PLM and CAx
self-employed as a trainer, educator and coach

Continuing education

Master Life Coach certificate of Winn Chelini

Cognitive Behavioral Life Coach (CBT) certificate of Winn Chelini

Professional Life Coach certificate of Winn Chelini

🌱 Master Life Coach – certified expert in life management and personal growth

I trained and certified as a Master Life Coach in order to support people in a profound way as they discover and unfold their full potential. With this comprehensive qualification, I have learned the art of not just providing impulses, but of accompanying lasting transformation.

🌿 MBSR – stress management through mindfulness

I completed further training in MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) – a method developed by Prof. Jon Kabat-Zinn. The eight-week programme teaches you to reduce stress through mindfulness and to experience the moment consciously.

Through practices such as the body scan, breathing and walking meditation as well as mindful yoga, I was able to deepen my inner calm, emotional stability and self-awareness. The course also placed great emphasis on mindful listening and speaking – essential skills in my work as a coach. Today, MBSR is a firm part of my coaching approach, supporting clients with stress management, burnout and personal growth.

🧠 Professional Life Coach certification – built on solid methodology and expertise

In my professional life coach training, I developed in-depth coaching techniques that combine scientifically grounded approaches with my own life experience. This certification enables me to support people in every phase of life – from career changes through to personal self-fulfilment.

♻️Cognitive Behavioral Life Coach – for lasting changes in thinking and behaviour

As a Cognitive Behavioral Life Coach, I combine the powerful methods of life coaching with the proven approaches of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This holistic approach allows me to support my clients on a deep level, as we identify harmful thought patterns and purposefully develop new, positive behaviours.

🎯 Success and Goal Setting certificate – turning visions into reality

With my qualification in success and goal setting, I support my clients not only in developing big visions, but also in defining measurable steps that lead to long-term success. This certificate is the key to bringing clarity, focus and discipline into achieving your goals.

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