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Talk to someone who gets it

Salutogenesis is the study of what keeps us healthy. One conversation can begin to uncover your own strengths.

HOW WE WORK

Most counseling starts with what's wrong. We start with what's right.

A session with Herman Hoving looks different. Instead of cataloguing problems, we identify what's already keeping you going — and build from there. Here's how that works in practice.

01

Strength audit first

We map what keeps you stable before we touch what's breaking down. Most people have more resources than they realise.

02

No intake questionnaire

You don't fill out forms before we talk. The first conversation is the intake — no paperwork, no delay.

03

Root cause conversation

We skip surface symptoms and go straight to the pattern underneath. One clear thread is worth a dozen scattered vents.

04

Evidence-based framework

Salutogenesis isn't an approach. Every session is grounded in research on what actually supports long-term well-being.

Our sessions

One conversation, grounded in evidence

Each session starts with what's working in your life. We build from there, using the framework of salutogenesis to identify what keeps you steady and what could make you stronger.

The Hague consultation rates

Straightforward pricing for focused, evidence-based sessions. No packages, no upsells — just the work we actually do together.

Introductory session

A comprehensive 90-minute consultation designed to assess how salutogenesis counseling can support your specific objectives. This session offers a focused evaluation of your current circumstances and provides a clear, structured framework to establish meaningful and sustainable progress. The consultation fee is determined through a transparent and mutually agreed arrangement, reflecting Herman’s professional experience and the depth of the engagement.

Includes:

One 90-minute session

Comprehensive, in-depth consultation

Strategic Decision Evaluation

Planning follow-up sessions for those who find this innovative counseling approach well-suited to their needs.

Still wondering if counseling is right for you?

90 minutes is enough to find a new direction.

No intake forms, no waiting list. Just a real conversation with Herman Hoving PhD about what’s working and what comes next.