Begin With You – Invest in Your Mental Well–being and Satisfaction at Work

FINALIST: 2024 International Book Awards - Business: Motivational
FINALIST: Goody Business Book Award 2024 - Self-Help - Personal Transformation

Too many of us work through burnout and sacrifice our work-life balance to get ahead in our careers. But the real path to success and happiness begins with you.

Rather than just accepting the fatigue and burnout, renowned mental health expert Petra Velzeboer shows you how to prioritize your wellbeing and mental health at work. From recognizing the impact of internal and external influences to learning support mechanisms, Begin With You offers you key strategies that will lead to a rewarding life and career.

Petra Velzeboer draws upon her personal experiences of trauma and hardship to offer insights on how you can overcome difficult periods and develop a positive outlook. Packed with case studies and psychological research, Begin With You is the essential guide to becoming a mental health champion and transforming your career and life for the better.

Petra Velzeboer is a renowned mental health expert, speaker and CEO of PVL, a mental health consultancy. She has a MSc in Psychodynamics of Human Development and is a qualified ORSC & CTI Certified Coach. She is also an Advisor Board Member at Make A Difference Summits.


She is uniquely positioned to highlight the importance of wellbeing at work, as she draws upon her professional and personal experiences. Petra Velzeboer overcame a traumatic childhood to become a counsellor for vulnerable young people before campaigning for improved mental health services. She is based in London, UK.