Reclaim your purpose in medicine.
Hey, I’m Lienka
If you’re here, you might be feeling the tension between the work you love and the reality of a medical system that often feels unsustainable.
I believe in a medical profession that honours not just the expertise of its practitioners but also their humanity.
Too often, doctors lose sight of what first drew them to this path — worn down by the grind, defined solely by the title of “doctor.” But beneath the layers of expectation, there’s still a spark — a part of you that once felt alive with purpose.
My work is about helping you reconnect with that glimmer, aligning your head, heart, and gut so you can reclaim your agency, navigate the system on your terms, and engage with the world from a place of wholeness.
“In Lienka, I found a peaceful listening partner who would echo and bring your focus to unconscious, recurring themes. It is very meaningful that she herself is also a medical practitioner as she shares the unique perspective of the medical community. With her help, you can work together toward meaningful reflection, clarity, and lasting change.”
- Dr. D.v.R. - Clinical Researcher
Healthy doctors are effective doctors — not just physically but emotionally, mentally, relationally, and spiritually.
When you understand your essence and unique value, you can choose how to invest your energy, not just react to what’s demanded of you.
Through our coaching conversations, I create a space for you to pause, reflect, and reimagine. I won’t offer quick fixes or easy answers, but I will ask the questions that help you find your own.
Together, we work towards a way of being in medicine that feels more authentic, intentional, and sustainable.
I’m Dr Lienka Botha, MBChB — your partner in transformation
I’m Dr. Lienka Botha, a practicing medical doctor and certified Integral Coach (ICF-ACC). I've navigated the unique pressures of balancing patient care, personal life, and professional expectations — often within a system that asks more than it gives.
In my own journey, I wrestled with the dissonance between who I thought I “should” be and the quieter truth of who I am. Integral coaching helped me align my head, heart, and gut, making choices from a place of essence, not just expectation.
I believe that when doctors are connected to their deepest selves, they not only thrive personally but also bring greater presence, empathy, and authenticity to their patients. Healthy doctors — in every sense — create healthier communities.
My Approach
My coaching methodology is not about quick fixes or surface-level solutions. It's a whole-person approach — honouring not just your career aspirations but also your physical, emotional, relational, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Using the Integral Coaching framework, I help my clients move beyond reactive survival modes into intentional, values-driven careers that feel expansive, fulfilling, and sustainable. We explore your inner landscape, challenge limiting beliefs, and build practices that allow you to show up as a more integrated, grounded, and authentic version of yourself.
“Lienka challenged me to stretch beyond my comfort zone and provided me with practical tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve my goals.”
- Dr. E.R. - University of Stellenbosch
What I Offer
Coaching designed for where you are right now.
6 x 1-Hour Integral Coaching Sessions
These six one-hour coaching sessions are designed to help you navigate the complex terrain of your personal and professional life with greater awareness, intention, and integrity.
Through a blend of deep listening, incisive questioning, and practical tools grounded in Integral Coaching principles, we will explore the interconnected layers of your experience — the mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual aspects that shape how you show up in the world.
Whether you're feeling stuck in old patterns, seeking clarity about a specific challenge, or desiring deeper alignment with your values and purpose, this series offers a structured yet flexible container to explore, reflect, and grow.
By the end of our six sessions, you can expect to:
Have greater clarity about the underlying dynamics shaping your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Feel more resourced to navigate challenges with resilience and intention.
Deepen your understanding of your unique strengths, values, and desires.
Cultivate a more compassionate, grounded relationship with yourself and others.
If you’re ready to engage in the process of intentional exploration and growth, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
“I love the way Dr. Botha puts things into perspective for me and makes things seem simple. I feel encouraged and motivated that things can shift. And so relatable, honest, insightful; I feel like she sets me up to figure things out better for myself.”
- Dr F.E. - General Practitioner in Palliative Care
