Ramona Gyorfi

Just because you can do it alone doesn't mean you have to.

Moving abroad, joining a new team, or settling into a new culture can be hard, and sometimes getting through it on your own or with the help of loved ones isn’t enough.

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Ramona sitting on a sofa, smiling, with a football on her lap

Hi, I’m Ramona

I’m an Athlete Integration Specialist, Mental Performance Coach, and Psychological Counsellor with a cross-cultural and competitive sporting background.

I’ve lived in five countries (Hungary, Italy, the United States, Germany, and now Spain), and I played college football abroad.

Life abroad is more complex than most people think. The self we knew suddenly feels different: less confident, more worried. Others see us differently, too: a trait that’s celebrated in one culture can be misunderstood in another. Your directness, once admired, is suddenly seen as rude. Or your politeness now comes across as superficial. Either way, it feels hard and confusing.

Life abroad can look glamorous from the outside, but it often feels very different from the inside. Playing internationally is a dream, but coming home to an empty flat after a loss, with your family asleep on the other side of the world and no one to call, is hard.

With my lived experience and my educational and professional background, I help athletes like you prepare for a move, settle into a new club and country, and keep performing while your whole life changes around you.

I also work with clubs, teams, and agents to help them support their athletes in the best way. When athletes are well integrated and prepared for life off the pitch, they perform more consistently, and that’s in everyone’s interest.

Send me a message and we can set up a free 20‑minute intro call before you commit to anything.

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How I can help

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“At first, meeting with Ramóna virtually felt a bit unusual, but I quickly got used to it. Over time, it felt completely natural, and I realized I could speak honestly even in this format. Our conversations were always friendly and supportive, which really helped me open up. Now, I overthink things much less and can more easily let go of what used to weigh heavily on me. I don't dwell on everything like I used to. I've noticed real progress in myself. I've become much more open, I no longer get stuck in my thoughts as often, and I'm better able to talk about my emotions.”
— Hungarian First Division Women's Football Player —

Sometimes you need to talk. Sometimes you need a plan.

Do you need space to understand what's going on? Or do you already know, and just need a plan and someone to keep you on track?

Clients often tell me they feel understood, not just heard. They describe me as calm and present, someone who creates a space where anything can be shared without shame or guilt.

My approach is interdisciplinary. I draw on coaching, psychological counselling, and psychology, and adjust to what's useful for you. Some sessions are reflective, others are practical, and most are a mix of both.

Ramona working at her laptop

How to get started

  1. Get in touch

    Send me a short message. I’ll reply with a link to book your free intro call.

  2. Free intro call

    20 minutes to see if we're a good fit and to ask any questions you have. We'll also discuss pricing. Afterwards, take your time to decide whether you'd like to continue.

  3. Your first session

    We look at what's going on and what you need. No need to prepare, and it's okay not to have all the answers yet. Sessions are online unless otherwise agreed.

  4. Later sessions

    Together we agree on how often to meet: weekly, every two weeks, or whatever suits you.

What you tell me stays between us, except where safety requires otherwise. If someone else is paying, we agree in advance exactly what, if anything, gets shared. If you're under 18, parental consent is needed.