ABOUT KABI·RA
Psychology, embodiment and meaningful transformation.
KABI·RA offers retreats, workshops and coaching for those who are interested in living with greater awareness, authenticity and connection.
Our work combines psychology, embodiment and self-inquiry. We explore the patterns, beliefs and protective strategies that shape the way we relate to ourselves, others and life.
Rather than focusing on quick fixes, we believe meaningful change comes from becoming more aware of what is already present. By including the body, emotions, relationships and unconscious patterns, we create space for insight, choice and transformation.
Some people come to KABI·RA because they feel stuck.
Others because they are navigating change, loss, questions around relationships, purpose or identity.
What they often have in common is a desire to understand themselves more deeply and to live more fully.
Whether through a webinar, a one-day immersion, a retreat or coaching, our intention remains the same:
To create a space where you can meet yourself honestly and explore what matters most.
Our Four Pillars
These pillars form the foundation of all our retreats, workshops and coaching programmes.
Psychology
Awareness createas a choice
Understanding the patterns, beliefs and unconscious dynamics that shape our lives. We reflect, change and adapt, arriving to deeper wisdom of ourselves, and others.
Embodiment
The body remembers
Including the body, physical structures, emotions and nervous system in being present. We give aliveness a home as we work with movement and breath.
Authenticity
Expression of our human self
Moving beyond adaptation and expressing with what is true and truly aligned for you. We love humans and aim to be as diverse and inclusive as possible. With all of us.
With a dash of magic.
Connection
Change happens in together
Deepening the relationship with yourself, others and life, as we are here togetjer. We create meaninful connections and learn how to relate to others in a healthy way.
A name that reflects inner knowing
Originally given to founder Karlijn Kouwenhoven in 2014, the name Kabira marked a turning point and a commitment to surrender to life's unfolding. It became a symbol of expansion, awakening and living beyond self-imposed limitations. Kabira comes from the Arabic root Kbir, meaning: the vast one.
In 2025, to become more inclusive, the name evolved into KABI·RA.
The name draws from multiple traditions and languages: KABI evokes the poet, seer and truth-speaker (Japanese, Akan, Sanskrit), while RA symbolises light, vitality and transformative energy (Sanskrit & Egyptian).
KABI·RA could be loosely translated as the transformational seer of aliveness.
Let’s connect.
Want to hear more? Or curious how we can serve you?
Book a free Discovery Call with founder Karlijn Kouwenhoven.