Coaching with strength and sensitivity—
for teams and individuals.

Longma is my brand name and represents the union of the dragon and the horse—a symbol of strength and sensitivity. I, Dr. Karin Klimt, am the founder of Longma. Under this brand, I offer two distinct programs: Be YOU for individuals and Strengthening Teams Through Horses for businesses.

If you are an individual (private) client looking for coaching – whether to manage stress, explore self-discovery, pursue a career change, or navigate a life transition that has impacted you – be YOU is the right choice for you. If you are an executive, HR manager, or team lead looking to develop your team or organization, Pferde stärken Teams is the right choice for you.

In coaching, horses are neither a gimmick nor a form of esotericism. They react honestly and immediately to what is truly present in the moment—not to what we show on the outside. In this way, they expose what words often do not convey: unresolved tensions within the team, blind spots in leadership, or underlying dynamics. Horse-assisted coaching is a well-established method certified by theSchweizer Verband für pferdeunterstütztes Coaching.

I hold a degree in physics, spent over twenty years working as a manager in the international IT industry, and completed my systemic coaching training at the DCV-certified Kompetenzzentrum Coaching. I also hold certifications in Profile Dynamics®, LINC Personality Profiler, Brainlog®, Positive Intelligence®, and equine-assisted coaching. You can learn more about my background on my About Me page..

I primarily work in Munich (Haidhausen) and the surrounding area—both for individual coaching sessions and for equine-assisted sessions. I also offer individual coaching sessions online worldwide. Horse-assisted sessions take place at various riding facilities in the west, south, and east of Munich. Horse-assisted team building can also be organized at a riding facility near you, if necessary. I also travel to your location for other forms of team development and mental fitness.

I offer coaching in German and English. Both individual coaching sessions and team development can be conducted entirely in English—which is particularly relevant for international teams or clients.

The Discovery Call is free of charge and non-binding. During this call, we’ll work together to determine whether coaching is the right approach for your situation and whether we’re a good fit. Many clients gain valuable insights from this initial conversation alone.
The coaching fee is billed by the hour based on actual time spent. A session typically lasts 60 to 90 minutes. Most topics can be fully addressed in three to five sessions.

Hourly rates (as of 2025):
Personal and leadership development for companies: €225 plus VAT per hour
Individual coaching for self-paying clients: €165 plus VAT per hour
Please contact me directly regarding long-term support or framework agreements. For my passion project—supporting people in particularly difficult life situations—I offer a reduced hourly rate or pro bono sessions upon request.

During the free 30-minute Discovery Call, we’ll get to know each other with no obligation. You’ll describe where you’re at, and I’ll give you an initial impression of whether and how I can support you. Only then will we decide together whether and how working together makes sense.

Every coaching session is tailored to you—it’s based on your concerns, your goals, and your personality. That said, the process follows a clear structure that provides guidance for both of us.

1. Getting to know each other (free of charge). During a 30-minute Discovery Call, we’ll see if we connect and if coaching is the right approach for your situation. You’ll describe your concerns, and I’ll share my initial impression and estimate the scale of the work required. You’ll then receive a proposal with the terms of the agreement.

2. Clarifying the Assignment. In our first regular session, we’ll clarify exactly where you stand today and where you want to go. Using established models (S.C.O.R.E. or C.L.E.E.R.I.T.), we’ll formulate a clear, SMART goal—a proven key factor for success in coaching. The goal may evolve over the course of the process, but it provides direction.

3. Change Phase. This is where the actual work takes place. Using methods tailored to you, we bring your system into motion—both rationally and emotionally. You discover new aspects of your topic, develop options for action, and transfer them into everyday life. In most cases, you’ll also be given small tasks or exercises to complete between sessions.

4. Conclusion Phase. Together, we reflect on the process, consolidate the insights gained, and discuss which next steps make sense for you. This ensures that the change is sustainable, even without the need for further coaching.

I work with a comprehensive repertoire of systemic coaching methods—ranging from structural constellations and circular questioning to reframing and the Tetralemma. In addition, upon request, I utilize proven methodologies such as Profile Dynamics® for values analysis, the LINC Personality Profiler for strengths and personality, Brainlog® for working with stress patterns, and Positive Intelligence® for sustainable mental fitness. We decide together which method to use and when, depending on the topic and your personal style.
From my many years as a leader, I am also familiar with the language, tools, and ways of thinking that are part of everyday life in many modern companies today—Lean Management, agile methods, Management 3.0, SAFe, Transformational Leadership, or the 7 Habits. When it comes to coaching topics related to leadership, collaboration, and change processes, this helps us to quickly find common ground.
You can find a detailed overview of my methods in the Methodes Overview.

Ultimately, however, methods are just a toolbox. The trusting relationship between us is crucial for a successful coaching outcome—as coaching research clearly demonstrates.