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Hello from SEELEDU!

SEELEDU Ecopsychology Ökopsychologie Yoga

What does SEELEDU mean? It's a playful German word combination to demonstrate our intention to create a more soulful self. A more soulful you! 

Meet Justine Ferland- coach, psychologist, and founder of SEELEDU.

Rooted in Science. Grounded in Nature. Guided by Performance.

SEELEDU was founded on the belief that wellbeing isn’t one-dimensional, it’s an ongoing practice of balance between mind, body, and environment.
Bridging psychology, performance science, and nature-based wisdom, SEELEDU supports individuals, teams, and organizations in cultivating resilience, clarity, and sustainable vitality.

 

Every offering, from coaching to retreats, is designed to reconnect people with their own natural rhythms, helping you navigate transitions, stress, and growth with more ease and confidence.

At the heart of SEELEDU lies a simple principle: when we live in alignment with our nature, we perform, lead, and feel better.

A Living Philosophy

SEELEDU blends modern psychology, performance science, and behavior change for a truly holistic transformative experience. Through coaching, retreats, and education, the work is always about cultivating the conditions for people to thrive: in your health, in your work, and in your life.

This is not quick-fix coaching or one-size-fits-all wellness. It’s intentional, evidence-based, and deeply human.
The work is grounded in:

Mind-Body Connection
Combining somatic techniques, nervous system regulation, integrative health & wellness, and mindfulness to support resilience, stress management, and sustainable well-being.

A Global, Inclusive Perspective 
Having worked with individuals from over 100 countries, I provide culturally attuned, personalized coaching that honors your unique background, values and experiences.

Career & Confidence Coaching
Whether overcoming burnout, returning to work, or redefining your career, I support professionals in gaining clarity, confidence, and balance.

High-Performance & Athlete Coaching
With 20 years of experience coaching athletes, including as a coach for the German Women’s National Lacrosse Team, D1-3 universities, and from youth-professional levels, I specialize in mental resilience, performance coaching, and holistic, integrative self-care.

Ecopsychology & Nature-Based Healing
With over 5,000+ direct hours in applied ecopsychology, member of IES and 15 years leading outdoor retreats, I integrate nature-based wisdom & connections for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Reawaken your senses in the Black Forest — guided Waldbaden experiences.
About Justine
Seasonal retreats in nature: where transformation and belonging begin

A Bit About My Journey

 

My life has always been shaped by movement, mindfulness, and transformation. As a child, I felt deeply connected to nature, spending hours grounding in mossy forests, watching the wind dance through the trees. My athletic career began in competitive ski racing, where I was first introduced to mental training, visualization, and breathwork—techniques that gave me a competitive edge.

Later, I was recruited as a goalie in lacrosse, where my mental discipline and resilience became my greatest assets. I trained relentlessly, competing at the highest levels, receiving many awards & winning individual and team championships. However, years of intense sport, stress, and injury took their toll, leading me to yoga as a way to heal my body and mind.

My professional path has been equally dynamic. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Stonehill College (USA) and a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Southern Maine (USA), with additional training in behavioral therapy, community mental health, educational psychology, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).

My career has taken me from clinical mental health settings to international schools, from private practice to consulting for global organizations. After coaching the German Women’s National Lacrosse Team, I transitioned into coaching and consulting in holistic health, resilience, and high performance.

 

As life often does, my path shifted when I fell in love and immigrated to Germany. This brought new challenges—learning a language, adapting to a new culture, and finding my place in a new country. Through it all, I practiced the very techniques I now teach: resilience, self-compassion, and adaptability.

Today, I run community wellness initiatives, continue to teach yoga through Turnverein (who first invited me to develop my German voice), and am deeply engaged in German cultural and healing traditions. In 2018, all my degrees and certifications were formally federally recognized by the German Kultusminister Konferenz, allowing me to expand my work internationally. I am currently studying as a naturopath, further deepening my commitment to integrative health and traditional wisdom.

Your Journey Starts Here


I believe that true transformation comes from connection, within yourself, with your purpose, and with the world around you. Through SEELEDU, I’m here to guide, support, and empower you on this path.
 

Let’s take the first step together.

Build resilience, confidence, and peak performance
Find clarity, balance, and purpose through integrative coaching

Certifications & Trainings

  • Degrees & Formal Education:

    • B.A. in Psychology, Stonehill College (USA)

    • M.S. in Psychology, University of Southern Maine (USA)

    • Mental Health Counseling: Integrated Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services Families and Children (Southern New Hampshire University) 

    • Postgraduate training in Behavioral Therapy, Community Mental Health, Educational Psychology, and MBSR

    • German Kultusminister Konferenz Recognition (2018)

    • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Medical University South Carolina (USA) 

    • Integrative medicine and nutrition (Dr. Leslie Korn, USA) 

    • Heilprakterin (in progress) 

  • Coaching & Somatic Certifications:

    • Certified Grief Counselor (CGP) 

    • Somatic Parts Work Level 1,2, & 3

    • Trauma-Informed Coaching & Somatic Practices

    • Career & Confidence Coaching

  • Yoga & Mind-Body Training:

    • ERYT 500 Advanced Yoga Teacher; 1000 Yoga Therapist

    • Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist

    • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) (UMASS) 

    • Mindfulness (CMIP)

    • Mental Health & Wellness Yoga

    • Female Health Yoga; Yoga for Athletes 

    • Traditional Chinese Medicine & Yoga

    • Breathwork, Meditation & Nervous System Regulation

    • Yin yoga & Soft Tissue: ACT, MFR 

  • Ecopsychology & Nature-Based Therapy:

    • 5,000+ hours in applied ecopsychology & outdoor retreats

    • Nature-Based Mental Health Interventions

    • Certified Forest Therapy

    • IES representative 

  • Athlete & Performance Coaching:

    • 20+ years of coaching experience- grassroots-elite, all ages & development

    • Former German Women’s National Lacrosse Team Coach, decorated USA collegiate & high school coach & athlete

    • Specialty mental resilience & performance coaching for athletes

    • Specialty healthy teams & athlete wellness

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