Peter was born and raised in the Netherlands and then attended college and lived in New Mexico for 16 years. Now he lives in Philadelphia with his wife, who is originally from Kenya. Peter also has a stepson and a stepdaughter, who live in Pennsylvania.
Peter’s personal healing journey started in his mid-thirties. Having grown up in a dysfunctional family, Peter knew there was trauma and emotional abuse that needed to be processed and healed.
Peter has used both individual therapy and support groups to go on a curative expedition of life. He has been involved in co-counseling and peer-support groups both as a facilitator and an attendee for 30 years.
Peter discovered MenLiving in 2023. He noticed that the values that its leaders and members embodied were in line with his own belief systems. Authenticity and vulnerability are strengths Peter has been excited to cultivate in himself and others. Bringing his personal-growth tools to spaces where men can connect, heal, and thrive is a quest Peter holds dear to his heart.