Hi! I'm Meltem.

A certified Functional Medicine Health and Menopause Lifestyle Coach

My Story

At age 53, I personally see midlife as “The Prime of Life”.

It is a powerful new beginning filled with opportunities for joy, confidence, wisdom and fulfilment. Although it is commonly perceived as a tumultuous period, stepping into midlife can be an opportunity to be more authentic and to become more the person we always wanted to be.

Of course all aspects of women’s health need new attention in midlife. Especially with menopause, nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, mind-set, gut function and metabolic health become more important than ever.

It is true that everyone’s journey through menopause is different. However, how smooth or bumpy this transition can be for each of us is influenced by how we live our lives.

The good news is that it is never too late or too early to make lifestyle changes to see benefits during menopausal transition, for our general health and for all aspects of women’s health.

Where I Stand

This is a process about getting where you want to go in the way that works for you. And I am so passionate to support and guide through this experience-whatever it may be!

Menopausal Transition
A “Kairos moment”

In ancient Greek, the word “kairos” means a critical or opportune moment—a turning point that invites transformation.

What About You?

Knowing that next half of our lives is waiting ahead of us after 40s and 50s, how ready are you to care for yourself and make choices in favour of your own health and well-being?

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I'm Meltem!

My story began in Istanbul, Turkey and unfolds here, in Switzerland.

For nearly 20 years, I worked in the pharmaceutical industry, holding local and global roles.

It was a time of learning, achievement and growth-an experience that shaped me professionally and personally. But over time, the pace, pressure, and lack of balance began to take a toll. I found myself burned out, disconnected from my own needs, and questioning the deeper meaning of the work I was doing. That turning point became the beginning of a new chapter.

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Listen From Their Experiences

It has been 5 years since I entered menopause. I could not receive hormone replacement therapy because my mother had breast cancer. My brain fog and insomnia complaints were seriously bothering me. After I started working with Meltem, I realized what I was missing and that my complaints were actually more intense and unsolvable due to the lack of planning and the panic it caused. Thanks to Meltem's compassionate attention that did not miss any details, I had the chance to see what I was doing wrong and correct it. Now, after the 5th session, I am much better than at the beginning. Sometimes it is impossible to see the solution while we are in the middle of the problem. At this point, it is very useful for a professional to hold a mirror up. Meltem is an empathic consultant who takes her job very seriously. She helped me a lot. Thank you.

Dr. Sacide Seçkin

Turkey

I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Meltem over a series of sessions, at all times I felt supported and listened to. Over the course of our sessions together, Meltem helped me gain many insights from what I had shared with her, I could not have gained these on my own. These have created many shifts in how I see things, this now being my new normal. There were many things that I had not even thought about and wouldn’t have seen for myself, however upon being asked the questions it gave me that opportunity for reflection and exploration which gave further opportunity for my growth. From working with Meltem, I now have a regular strength training routine. I had thought about this for a long time. Having the space to be able to share openly and freely I was able to connect with why I wanted this and then work practically how this would fit into my life. Having the accountability of the sessions kept me on track when starting so that now it feels like a non-negotiable. I feel that from working holistically with Meltem I have been able to connect up the different parts of what I want for my health and see how everything is interconnected along with being able to deepen into how this looks like for me. Thank you Meltem for our sessions together, I am truly grateful for our time together.

Emma Le Prevost

England

I’m grateful for the coaching sessions that I had with Meltem. She is incredibly accomplished as a Functional Medicine Health Coach. She allowed me to access my inner compass, helping me to set goals that aligned with my values, not only for the future, but also for the management of my day to day. Her manner is warm and non-judgemental. I felt I was able to be truly vulnerable and honest with her, and most importantly with myself. This deeper understanding of myself has helped me tremendously when facing challenges or obstacles in working towards my goals, and also in tweaking my mindset. I highly recommend Meltem as a coach.

Eugenie Halkema

South Africa

"She didn’t just guide me — she lit the fire." I’d been stuck in the cycle of “maybe tomorrow” for far too long. I knew what I wanted to change, but not how to start. Through her supportive coaching and consistent encouragement, I finally found the clarity and motivation to take action. She didn’t just offer advices, she created a space where I felt supported, focused, and empowered to move forward. Working with her was a turning point, and I’m truly grateful for the transformation it sparked. This wasn’t just about weight. It was about waking up to my own strength. And it feels very good.

Behice Komut

Switzerland

I found Meltem in a difficult time for me so, I think it was at the right time. Meltem always has wise words and pertinent questions, which make us analyse and think differently. She allows me to see things through other lenses and give them the right value. Once she told something that I'll remember forever:" How we react to things happening to us is more important than what happens to us and to our lives.

Catarina de Sousa

Portugal