Hello!

I am passionate about supporting people and organizations to thrive, fulfill their highest potential, and contribute to the well-being of all life. For over 25 years I have facilitated personal and collective transformation – offering coaching, training, group process & conflict facilitation in North America, Europe and Asia. Having founded the Cultural Catalyst Network in 2013, and being a collaborator in The Hum, I am deeply grateful to be a part of these global communities of whole-hearted change makers.

Background & Training

  • Levels 1-3 Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

  • CNVC Certified Trainer in Nonviolent Communication (NVC)

  • Intensive training in Process Work at the Process Work Institute

  • Two year training program in healing individual and collective trauma with Thomas Hübl

  • BA & MA in Anthropology (Dartmouth College & University of Michigan)

  • MS in Environmental Policy (University of Michigan)

  • Nidan (2nd degree black belt) in Aikido

  • Permaculture Design Certificate

  • 30 years training & practice in meditation & mindfulness

Testimonials

  • “Karl Steyaert is truly a force of nature. This man has one of the most robust skill-sets of anyone you’ll ever meet who specializes in learning and interpersonal and group process work. Karl’s breadth and depth of knowledge and experience is nothing short of remarkable. He has been, is, and will be a huge asset to any group or organization with whom he works.”

    Alan Seid
    Director, Cascadia Workshops

  • “Thank you from the depths of my heart for doing and sharing this work in the world. I am feeling reconnected to the essence of what truly matters to me – life, care, awakened consciousness. It feels so good to care about the well being of myself, others and the planet. Thank you for the reminder of the need for collaboration and community in the re-awakening process.”

    Erika Kriss
    Workshop Participant

  • "Karl is a skillful, knowledgeable, open-hearted leader who is a gifted teacher. He artfully and soulfully nurtured a container in which each participant shared deeply, laughed joyfully, tried new behaviors, and gave support to each other."

    James Crowfoot
    Professor, University of Michigan

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