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Counselling & Life Coaching · Transactional Analysis

The script you grew up with
is not the only story.

Like Dola in Slavic myth, our life script forms early — shaped by family, childhood, the world we grew up in. Together we can understand it, and rewrite what no longer serves you.

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Your life script

In Slavic myth, Dola is the invisible companion formed in childhood and passed down through family. In TA, we call this the life script — and together, we can rewrite it.

Dola · Script · Change
dr. Andrej Renčelj, Transactional Analysis counsellor and coach

About Me

A guide for your inner journey

Hi, I'm dr. Andrej Renčelj — a certified counsellor and life coach practising Transactional Analysis (TA). In TA, we understand that each of us forms a life script in childhood — a set of unconscious decisions about ourselves, others, and the world, shaped by the family and environment we grew up in.

This is what drew me to the name Dola — in Slavic tradition, Dola is the invisible companion inherited from family and formed in our earliest years. Just like a life script, it quietly shapes who we become. And just like a life script, it can be understood, revisited, and changed. I offer sessions in person in Ljubljana and online.

🌱 Growth-focused 🤝 Non-judgmental 💛 Trauma-informed 🔒 Confidential

The Name

What is Dola?

In Slavic mythology, Dola is an invisible companion assigned to each person from birth — shaped by family, passed down through generations, quietly present in everything we do and feel.

This mirrors what Transactional Analysis calls the life script — the unconscious decisions we make in childhood about who we are, what the world is like, and how our story will end. Like Dola, it is formed early, often inherited, and rarely seen clearly until we choose to look.

The name Dola comes from the Slavic root meaning to divide and part — a reminder that what we have received is only one part of who we can become. Its counterpart, Nedola, represents the weight of patterns that hold us back. The work we do together is moving from one toward the other.

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Formed in childhood
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Inherited from family
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Ready to be rewritten

What I Offer

Sessions designed for you

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Individual Counselling

One-to-one sessions exploring your inner world, life patterns, and emotional wellbeing through the TA framework.

50 minutes
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Life Coaching

Goal-oriented coaching to help you clarify your values, unlock potential, and move forward with confidence.

50 minutes
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Free Intro Call

Not sure where to start? Book a free 10-minute call to talk about what you're looking for and whether we're the right fit.

10 minutes
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Hypnosis

A gentle, focused approach using guided hypnosis to access the subconscious — ideal for releasing deep-rooted patterns, fears, and limiting beliefs.

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How It Works

Your path to change

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Reach Out

Fill in the contact form or send an email. I'll get back to you within 24 hours.

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Free Intro Call

We meet briefly online to understand your needs and decide if we're a good match.

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Begin Sessions

We start regular sessions — in person or online — at your pace, with your goals in focus.

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Grow & Thrive

Experience lasting change, deeper self-understanding, and a life that truly feels like yours.

FAQ

Common questions

What is Transactional Analysis?
Transactional Analysis (TA) is a psychotherapy and personal development approach developed by Eric Berne. It helps you understand your personality, communication patterns, and life "script" — the unconscious plan shaping your choices — so you can create real, lasting change.
Do I need prior experience with counselling or coaching?
Not at all. Whether this is your first time seeking support or you've worked with a counsellor before, you are welcome. We start at the right pace for you.
How long does a typical coaching or counselling journey take?
This varies from person to person. Some people find clarity in 6–8 sessions; others work longer for deeper transformation. We review progress together regularly and you are always in control of the process.
Are online sessions as effective as in-person?
For most people, yes. Research and my own experience show that online sessions can be just as effective. They also offer flexibility — you can join from the comfort and privacy of your own space.
Is everything I share kept confidential?
Absolutely. Confidentiality is a core part of our work together. Everything discussed in our sessions stays private, in line with professional ethical guidelines.

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Get in Touch

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📍 Ljubljana (Vič), Slovenia · in person
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