Mr Daniel Van der Pluym (He/him)Counsellor

Deeper Potential, led by Dan Van der Pluym, provides neuroaffirming coaching and therapy in Melbourne and online. Trained in ADHD and life coaching, alongside EMDR, ACT, and Schema Therapy, Dan combines practical and therapeutic neuroaffirming support to help neurodivergent adults work through limiting beliefs, stress-response and overcompensation patterns, and recovery from burnout. Dan specialises in supporting individuals who face challenges with stability, focus, and achieving meaningful goals. Through practical strategies, systems, and personalised habits, he helps clients build resilience, improve wellbeing, and move toward lasting outcomes. In addition, Deeper Potential offers relationship coaching and therapy, guiding couples to create safe, healthy, and nurturing connections. With an academic background in Psychology, Dan is an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society, a registered mindfulness facilitator with Meditation Australia, and an accredited personal development coach. His approach is humanistic, person-centred, and collaborative—empowering each client to build a life of greater clarity, balance, and fulfilment.