Feeling Overwhelmed by Stress & Anxiety?
Discover a Proven Path to Calmness & Connection
A self-paced course with weekly group calls & a supportive community, designed by expat therapist Patric Esters
Start Your Calm Journey TodayMoving Abroad is Exciting, but It Can Also Be Overwhelming
Moving to a new country comes with endless possibilities—a new culture, new experiences, and new opportunities. But for many, it also brings stress, uncertainty, and loneliness.
You may feel isolated, disconnected, or unsure of how to navigate this major life transition.
Finding mental health support in a foreign country can feel nearly impossible, with long wait times and professionals who may not understand your unique experiences as an expat.
It’s easy to feel like you’re alone in this struggle—but you’re not. You deserve support, understanding, and practical tools to manage your emotions and find your balance.
Now, Imagine this...
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What if you could wake up feeling calm, confident, and supported, knowing you have the tools to handle stress and uncertainty?
What if the pressures of your high-demand job no longer dictated your mood, your energy, or your well-being?
Imagine starting your day with a sense of clarity and peace, free from the weight of anxiety and overwhelm.
Picture yourself walking into work feeling composed and focused, no longer drowning in endless emails, meetings, and cultural misunderstandings.
The Calm Compass program is designed to help you do exactly that—through self-paced lessons, live group calls, and a private expat community.
Learn powerful techniques to manage stress, build emotional resilience, and regain your sense of control.
Welcome to the Calm Compass
Your guided online course to transform your anxiety into strength
The Calm Compass online course was created to help you navigate the emotional challenges of expat life with confidence and ease. Whether you’re struggling with stress, loneliness, or uncertainty, this course provides a structured, science-backed approach to building resilience, finding inner peace, and creating a fulfilling life abroad.
Led by Patric Esters, a licensed psychotherapist, this program combines self-paced lessons, weekly group calls, and a supportive community to help you feel understood, empowered, and connected.
What other expats are saying
Are you a perfect fit?
This Course Is for You If...
✔ You’re ready to invest time and energy in managing anxiety.
âś” You want personalized guidance, not generic advice.
âś” You value expert-led support and group connection.
✔ You’re motivated to apply tools between weekly calls.
âś” You need a plan that fits your life and creates lasting change.
✔ You’re ready to invest time and energy in managing your anxiety.
This Course Is for You If...
❌ You’re looking for a quick fix without putting in the effort.
❌ You prefer one-on-one therapy and don’t see value in group support.
❌ You’re unwilling to dedicate time each week to learn and apply new tools.
❌ You’re in crisis and need immediate, intensive therapeutic intervention.
❌ You want a passive program without accountability or interaction.
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Here's what you get
Evidence-Based
Our course is grounded in proven techniques, ensuring you're getting the most effective strategies.
Community Support
Benefit from live group calls, connecting with others who are on the same journey.
Personalized Toolkit
You'll build a unique set of tools tailored to your needs and lifestyle.
​Course Roadmap
Module 1: Welcome
Module 2: Understanding Anxiety
Module 3: Healthy Habits
Module 4: Mindfulness & Compassion
Module 5: Cognitive and Emotional Techniques
Module 6: Behavioral Techniques
Module 7: Embodied Wisdom
Module 8: Attitude Shift
Module 9: Anxiety as International
Module 10: Joy, Gratitude & Purpose
Module 11: The Calm Compass
Module 12: Wrap up and Next Steps
Meet Patric Esters
Your Guide to Calm, Clarity, and Connection
As a licensed psychotherapist with over a decade of experience working across cultures, I’ve seen how painful it is for expats to wait months—or even years—for the support they need. That’s why I created Calm Compass: to offer accessible, compassionate guidance to those navigating life abroad.
I’m trained in multiple evidence-based approaches, including CBT, EMDR, schema therapy, and psychodynamic therapy—and certified in Compassion Cultivation through Stanford University’s Compassion Institute. More importantly, I’ve walked this path myself.
Born in Germany and Spain, I’ve lived and worked in several countries. Now, I’m raising a bilingual daughter with my South American wife here in the Netherlands, where I’m a registered psychotherapist.
This course brings together the tools I’ve used to help hundreds of clients—and myself—move from overwhelm to resilience. It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress. And I’ll be with you every step of the way.
