Emma Onditi
ABOUT ME
Based in Austria, I work globally online and in person. Programs are in English, with German and Swahili available on request.
My passion for Identity-aware Transitions and Integration Coaching stems from my migration from Kenya to Austria—adapting to a new culture, learning a new language, rebuilding my career, raising my son as a single parent, and redefining my identity amid conflicting cultures.
Therefore, I understand what it feels like to be stuck, unseen, and out of place, to start anew in an unfamiliar environment, and to carry the burden in silence while asking, "Who is there for me? Who holds space for me?”
In my journey, I developed a passion for self-leadership, personal growth, and understanding how formative years impact adult life. I applied this awareness and knowledge to solve real-life challenges by uncovering underlying issues, drawing on my innate resources, and reframing problems as opportunities for growth through reflection and rethinking.
This path taught me that transitions are renegotiations of our identity, not merely changes in circumstances. Additionally, when change is rushed or unprocessed, people often adapt outwardly while fragmenting inwardly, remaining in survival mode.
Sustainable growth begins with honesty and courage—recognising who you are, your current situation, and what truly matters. It entails accepting circumstances, leveraging available resources, and taking realistic steps towards building a meaningful, purposeful life.
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” — Arthur Ashe
With roots in Kenya and over a decade of experience in Austria in pedagogy, I offer a unique perspective that balances structure with warmth, resilience with empathy, and cultural understanding with practical, professional coaching skills and tools
My Vison
is to empower from the roots—childhood, adulthood, and the systems we operate in. I envision a world where people and communities can be true to themselves while adapting to change, culture, and life's complexities, using their innate resources to create lives that honour their values, dignity, and humanity.
UBUNTU — the spirit of humanity. Of togetherness. I am because you are.
HOW I CAN SUPPORT YOU
I offer customized services in the following key areas:
SERVICES
- Feeling seen, heard and honoured in your own story and uniqueness
- Support, compassion, and comfort to honour your story and give it a voice in a safe space
- Reconnecting with your roots and learning to embrace your both/and identities without sacrificing or losing touch with your true self.
- Feeling grounded, confident, and whole — capable of adapting to and managing transitions with clarity, confidence, and pride in who you are at your core.
- Integration and a clear sense of self in a new country, environment, and society.
- Are you dealing with disengagement or loss of trust while managing change
- Facing the challenges and pressures that come with change and diverse identities
- Are dealing with trust issues and aiming to strengthen it.
- are aiming to strengthen communication and emotional intelligence within diverse teams.
- Want to address identity and role clarity Faced with loss of trust
- Want to create psychologically safe work environments Ideal for NGOs, schools, and international teams
- Defining one’s own identity
- Building self-esteem and discovering one's identity
- Facing significant challenges in school, with peer pressure, and cultural expectations
- As they discover their incredible potential
- Face pressures that can undermine their confidence.
- Tend to doubt themselves, withdraw, or act out, which can affect learning, relationships, and self-esteem well into adulthood.
Featured Resources
Coaching toolbox
Self Awareness Diary
Testimonials
I am very grateful for your coaching, mentorship, Emma. Your authenticity, empathetic listening, genuine care for my success, and commitment to supporting me in realizing my full potential and designing steps forward have had a profoundly positive impact on my personal life and profession.
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