As a Person and a Professional
I am Päivi Ropilo, a mentor and an Ihminen Tavattavissa (ITT) therapist.
My career has centred around people, workplace transitions and international business. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to meet people from diverse backgrounds, life situations and cultures, and to witness both the opportunities and challenges that change can bring.
My own life has also taught me a great deal. It has included joys, losses, new beginnings and opportunities for growth. Through these experiences, I have come to value genuine presence, attentive listening and the importance of having a safe space to pause and reflect on one’s situation.
In my work, I strive to meet each person with authenticity and respect. I believe that every individual possesses strengths, resources and possibilities that can emerge through meaningful and supportive interaction.
Expertise and Experience
In recent years, I have deepened my expertise particularly in therapeutic work, mentoring and job coaching. I have delivered career and employment coaching in collaboration with various organisations and supported people through career transitions, job seeking and finding new directions in life and work.
My professional development includes:
– Ihminen Tavattavissa (ITT) Therapeutic Training Programme (2020–2026)
– Specialist Vocational Qualification in Job Coaching (2024–2025)
– Empowering Photography Method, Professional Foundation Studies (2022–2023)
– Studies in Psychology, University of Eastern Finland
– Mentoring work with Suomen Mentorit and Suomen Ekonomit.
Over the course of more than 30 years, I have worked in export, marketing, international business, training and people development, both in Finland and internationally.
You can learn more about my professional background on my LinkedIn profile.