My
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I JUST IMAGINED
I COULD HELP PEOPLE
TO LIVE THEIR TRUE POTENTIAL
About Christoffel MCC
With a burning desire to unlock human potential, my mission is to bring out the best in individuals and organizations, fostering transformation, success, and well-being.
Born and raised in the Netherlands, my journey has been one of continuous exploration—of people, cultures, and the depths of human behaviour. My curiosity about what drives people led me to study behavioural sciences, coaching, and therapy. Over the past 33 years, I have worked across multiple continents, guiding individuals and organizations through meaningful change.
From an early age, I was fascinated by the complexities of decision-making and emotions, both in myself and in others. This curiosity shaped my path, leading me to develop the
3 Brains Intelligence model—a groundbreaking approach that integrates the Head, Heart, and Gut brains to help individuals align their thoughts, emotions, and instincts for better choices and fulfilment in life.
A Life Dedicated to Understanding and Transformation
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Proven Expertise: Recognized as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Madrid (2023 & 2024) and featured in The 10 Most Inspiring Leaders Leading Business in 2025 and The 30 Best Visionary Leaders of 2024, my work spans leadership, human behaviour, and transformation.
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A Global Perspective: Having lived in various countries, including Australia and Spain, my approach is influenced by diverse cultures, people, and perspectives, enriching how I support individuals on their personal and professional journeys.
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Author & Educator: My books, "How Men & Women Fit: Finally Understand Your Partner with The 3 Brains Theory" and "Relationships: Which Brain Is Talking?" explore our three brains' profound impact on communication, relationships and self-awareness.
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Mentor & Thought Leader: As a visiting professor in behavioural and organizational leadership at IE Business School, I have the privilege of working with future leaders, challenging them to think beyond traditional frameworks and embrace a more holistic understanding of leadership and personal growth.
A Life’s Work in Service of Others.
The essence of my work is not about formulas or quick fixes—it’s about guiding people to understand themselves deeply and tap into their innate wisdom. I have had the privilege of working with over 13,000 individuals, supporting them through life’s biggest questions and transitions. Whether in coaching, leadership development, or therapeutic work, my approach is rooted in authenticity, empathy, and a profound respect for the human experience.
Featured In & Recognized By: I have been featured in renowned publications such as Entrepreneurial Outlook, The Education View, Influence Digest, CEO Weekly, USA Wire, Beverly Hills Magazine, and The Washington Mail, among others. My insights on leadership, neuroscience, and decision-making have been recognized worldwide, positioning me as a thought leader in the field.
The Journey Continues I believe we are all on a journey of continuous learning, growth, and discovery. Every conversation, every challenge, and every breakthrough brings new insights. Through my work, I strive to create spaces where people can explore their potential and step into the lives they truly desire.
"It’s rare to meet someone such as Christoffel, so clearly doing that which he was put on this amazing earth to do—namely to empower and transform the lives of others.“
And when you do have the good fortune enter Chris’s world, some incredible things begin to happen to you, and to all those around you.
Do you recall that bumper sticker, - popular a few years ago - Magic Happens?
Well Christoffel’s gift to is to convince clients and students alike, that there really IS magic.
Working with Christoffel was just a blast, it was life changing.
Pedro San'Ana
"I have taken a number of courses throughout my career and must say this was one of my favourites.
I was in a class of very experienced peers, all whom had a MCC or PCC designation.
We found this was remarkably simple language that could take coaching conversations much deeper and broader than expected.
It was really quite remarkable.
I have studied Mindfulness, EQI, Leadership theory and I am certified in multiple leadership and personality tools. I was pleasantly surprised at how complex yet simple the Three Brains theory was.
I would highly recommend it to anyone"
Jill MacLeod, PCC
"Great choice!
I followed this program in April 2020 and it is a great one for self-awareness and self-development, besides, it provides a toolset to coach and help others to move forward.
The ICF CCEUs were a plus and guarantee of quality.
Christoffel provides his best knowledge and experience in the field of business, coaching and therapy, and the virtual experience of the online training worked out very good!"
Maria Alonso Jaén, PPC Executive Coach and Leadership Trainer
“Thank you Christoffel
I can honestly say that this was one of the most enjoyable, interactive and genuine training programmes that I have experienced.
The combination of your style and the subject matter created a very safe space, for me at least, and I have taken a great deal from this training.
In fact, after the first day, I recommended that my three closest colleagues (covering UK, Israel and South America) read your book and have a look at your work.
All the very best,.
Claire K. PCC Business Psychologist & Coaching Professional
“I was truly delighted with this programme, in particular the quality of the content, materials and research complemented by Christoffel’s abundance of knowledge and expertise which he shares with generosity and humility.
The 3-brains concept really lands with my clients, supporting them to unpack complex unspoken thoughts, feelings and behaviours to arrive at solutions with greater clarity and confidence. “
Jane Emmanuel
PCC Assessor and mentor on the ICF accredited Coaching Development training course and Coach Supervisor
"Thank you so much Christoffel! The training was incredible and liberating for me personally!
This cohort was forthright direct and operated in truth, this perspective and way of showing up helped me to be courageous as well!
This training was truly powerful, a game changer for coaches and the clients we serve."
Robyn McCoy, MA, ACC
Principal & Senior Advisor Trinity C
"3 Brains coach training is invaluable if you are looking to help your clients connect with themselves and their inner wisdom to live in alignment with their truth. Grateful to Christoffel for sharing such powerful tools with us!
He has a way of enhancing the learning environment as well as making it very enjoyable, leading to new personal and professional insights!"
Alison Sinclair, Self Leadership Coach, Live Your Truth Coaching, UK.
I enjoyed the class immensely.
I really appreciate your authority on the subject and methods of coaching. Your teaching style was engaging, and you also made the class fun.
Further, you did not shy away from any questions; though they may have been generally challenging, or even critical in some way of Three Brains, you addressed them thoroughly and to the satisfaction of the one who asked.
I really appreciate that intellectual purity and emotional vulnerability on your part!
Finally, the practicum sessions were really valuable. It’s one thing to learn from the book and lecture notes; but putting things to practice was most valuable.
Your class was money well spent, and I can personally recommend Three Brains Leadership Coaching.
Dr. Gregory L. Fisher, Ph.D.
Principal Scientist; Product & Marketing Manager; Coach
"It was truly an experiential experience rooted in science, and a clear game changer personally and professionally.’
I appreciate that the learning was both knowledge base and experiential. So we learn the work. We practice the work. We reap the benefits of the work.
The manual, the techniques and the book provide a sustainable way to revisit the work to consider the coaching conversation and how I might integrate it and use it in helping my clients reach the highest outcome."
Sonya Ware
Executive coaching Wisdom for Leading & Living
"Thank you so much, Christoffel.
I enjoyed the course and content. You created a wonderful space that encouraged learning. It was just the right number of participants for discussion and questions. I appreciated the mixture of international students.
There is a lot to absorb in the course. Having the sessions two days in a row and a week apart was helpful in sustaining interest and retention. There was a nice balance between practice and didactic learning."
Clarice Scriber MCC
Clarity Consulting, Inc.
“This course was an absolute game changer for me: Christoffel being an amazing teacher provided groundbreaking and deep knowledge while also created a safe space to explore and put all the tools immediately into practice.
This holistic approach enables to go deep into the root cause of many of our and our clients’ problems and solve them so powerfully and with ease.
I can confidently recommend it to anyone working in any helping profession.”
Bernadett Dara ACC Business and Career Coach & Multi Channel Marketing Manager MSD
" As coaches or business executives we commit to improving, honing our knowledge, skills.
The 3 brains certification training blends cutting edge neuroscience knowledge with very effective skills building. Do not miss the opportunity to add such valuable learning to you skill sets.
What you will learn will remarkably change your effectiveness.
The tools you add to your toolbox will help you become a more impactful and effective coach or business executive. "
Walter Stilphen
Retired General Manager, Coastal pacific Food Distributors and executive coach
Chris is one of the most accommodating trainers who will go an extra mile to help out his students.
Knowing that Chris brings a wealth of experience form both coaching and training background, he can provide guidance on whether about training or running a business.
Thank you for the opportunity and anyone who is looking for a unique way of learning, this is the place for you.
Arabelle Yee International Speaker | High Performance Coaching.
As soon as the 3 brains coaching course announcement came into my mailbox I knew I had to submit.
Now I really understand why it can be so difficult for myself to set boundaries. Now I know I have to teach my gut brain that everything is okay. And not let the other brains take over.
This is a pattern I often see in my coachees as well; a big head- and heart-brain and less self care and self-esteem.
This course gave me practical tools and language to work around it!
Moniek de Boer, coach & trainer, gynaecologist
I really enjoyed the course with lots of very interesting content covered which I have been able to integrate into my coaching in a seamless way.
It was also lovely to meet and work with the other coaches on the course who hailed from many different countries bringing a very special energy and dynamic to the training.
Adrian Mitchell PCC MICF MIACP
ICF Award Winning Trainer at the Irish Lifecoach Institute
" Brilliant training!
I completed the 3 Brains Coaching course with Christoffel in the spring of 2021 - it was truly transformative and provided an exceptional opportunity to obtain valuable knowledge and practical tools to transform our clients’ as well as our own lives.
Christoffel is highly knowledgeable and experienced in the fields of coaching, therapy, neuroscience (and many more), and his integrative approach really enables to uncover & work through the underlying beliefs.
Highly recommended course! "
Eszter Dara ACC, Marketing Manager Nestle & Health & Wellness Coach
