Get support with life's challenges and your personal goals. Diving for Pearls specialises in helping you work with anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics and personal change.
Trained in Gestalt psychotherapy and influenced by the compassionate philosophies of Buddhism, Martine brings a gentle and organic approach to working with your needs.
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Irina
I have been seeing Martine for several months, and I cannot express enough how transformative this experience has been. From the very first session, Martine created a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment, allowing me to feel comfortable and safe discussing my thoughts and feelings.
Martine has an exceptional ability to listen deeply and offer insightful feedback that has helped me gain a better understanding of myself and my emotions while going through tough period of my life. Martine provided me with effective tools and strategies to manage my anxiety and improve my overall mental health.
What sets Martine apart is their genuine compassion. She has always been patient and supportive, encouraging me to explore my thoughts at my own pace and celebrating my progress along the way.
Thanks to Martine I feel more empowered and equipped to handle life's challenges. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking guidance and support from a truly caring and skilled professional.
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What do you love most about your job?
I love to see people supported to make the changes in their life that their heart desires. It is a deeply humbling and sometimes sacred experience to see people learn to love and accept themselves, or to shift long-held beliefs that have held them back. Life is absurdly short - there is no time to waste in making sure you are living it the way you want.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have started my own business to have more control in who I work with and more freedom to tailor therapy to the person seeking support. A lot of EAP services and other bulk providers require strict time limits and formulaic, cookie-cutter approaches. Running my own business allows me to what I love to do, the way I best wish to do it.
Why should our clients choose you?
If you are curious about new methods of therapy that use the wisdom of our felt sense and bodies to help us understand our patterns, and you are willing to try experiments like journalling, dialogues, and even art, then I am right there to explore with you. However - words aside - trust your instincts. Your gut will likely point you in the right direction.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
I work online only. Usually via Zoom or MS Teams. I have found it is very effective and flexible.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Working online only means I have not needed to have any Covid-specific protocols.
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Therapy provides a safe, focused space for you to explore and reflect on current challenges or goals.
Diving for Pearls is a gentle, organic and creative form of therapy based on the rich existential and relational traditions of Gestalt, Hakomi and Buddhism.
