The Shadow Alchemist

Inner Alchemy

Outer Transformation

You don’t need more tools. You need a leadership identity you can execute from.

Kathryn Van Der Steege works with high-achieving executives and teams who are successful and equally know the stakes are higher now: more visibility, more complexity, less margin for reactivity and they need a way of leading that holds.

Leadership that holds under pressure is:
Strategic. Human. Unshakeable.

The How

✔ Shift limiting patterns and beliefs that drive reactive leadership

✔ Embodied Leadership training so it moves from leadership theory to real time execution

✔ Strengthen communication, alignment, and trust across the team

Take the First Step:

Life’s challenges often leave individuals and teams feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their potential.

At KathVDS Mindset Coaching, we address these barriers by guiding you beyond surface-level fixes to uncover and transform the deep-rooted beliefs and habits that hold you back.

My coaching philosophy is to guide individuals through the ups and downs of life, empowering them to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Mission

My mission is to create a ripple effect throughout the collective consciousness by rewiring one brain at a time.

Empowering professionals to tap into their innate strengths, overcome self-doubt and embrace their journey of personal and professional growth.

Guiding them harness the power of their brain-body connection to achieve a state of calm and confidence, to enable courageous action towards the life they desire.

Vision

To ignite a global movement where individuals recognise the potential within themselves to create a life of purpose and fulfilment. By fostering courage, resilience and a deep connection to their inner wisdom, I envision a world where each person contributes to a ripple effect of positivity, empowerment and success for generations to come.

Your Trusted Partner in Transformation

With over a decade of experience in transformational coaching and a deep understanding of neuroscience and emotional intelligence, I’ve guided countless individuals and teams toward breaking through barriers and achieving lasting success. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with genuine care and insight to create tailored solutions that align with your unique needs.

When you work with me, you’re not just gaining a coach—you’re gaining a partner committed to your growth and transformation. Work with me Learn More

About Kathryn

My name is Kathryn Van Der Steege

Founder of KathVDS Mindset | Executive Leadership Advisor

Kathryn Van Der Steege advises executives and leadership teams who are done collecting insight and ready to lead with precision under pressure.

With 30 years across corporate strategy, influence, and relationship leadership and deep expertise in the neuroscience of regulation and performance she operates at the intersection of decision-making and identity.

Because knowing isn’t the problem. Integration is.

Kathryn helps leaders and teams:

Stay clear and regulated in high-stakes moments
Lead with conviction, not performance
Convert self-awareness into decisive action
Elevate communication, accountability, and strengths alignment
Embed emotional intelligence as a strategic advantage

Her work is known for making the intangible tangible: translating complexity into clean leadership moves that shift culture and performance. Clients describe the experience as a turning point where their leadership stops costing them, and starts compounding.

She works through 1:1 advisory, bespoke intensives, and leadership team engagements.

Kathryn holds her clients with equal parts compassion and accountability ensuring they don’t just think about change… they become it.

Head of Commercial

"Before coaching with Kath, I looked successful on the outside but was burning out trying to keep it all together. She helped me break old perfectionist patterns and reconnect with my inner truth. I now lead my business and life with grounded clarity, not constant urgency. The shift has been profound."

CIO, Sydney

"Working with Kathryn was a turning point. For years I chased external success but felt disconnected and constantly anxious. Kathryn helped me understand how my nervous system, mindset, and identity were keeping me stuck. I no longer feel like I have to prove myself. I’ve found clarity, confidence, and a deeper purpose on my terms."

Amplify Program Woolworths

"Just wanted to send a personal message to let you know that I found our coaching sessions excellent, there were many points that resonated with me but, ultimately, it made me realise I need to get off my mental fence, back myself and just make a decision towards where my energy flows."

Head of Customer Service

"When mind is racing or in the thick of reflecting on whats happening in my world. I found your posts help me reframe I.e. stress vs excitement. New things are difficult. And give a different perspective. It reminds me I have an active role on how I position the things happening around me or within me"