what stories drive your life?
Welcome
I’m Marie, an holistic psychologist, educator and artist. I help you to reclaim the narratives driving your life. I believe the stories we tell ourselves have the power to shape and transform our lives.
I know this place from the inside, from what I've learned with time and support. And also from the women I work with. Those whose midlife stories sit at the intersection of inherited trauma, neurodivergence and chronic health conditions. Midlife is when we begin to sense that we've drifted away from who we are. Changes in relationships, careers, health and an empty nest all contribute. As does our grief for unlived lives and rage over years of self-abandonment.
I'm not here to tell you how to proceed, or be your friend. My role is to help you to reconnect with those parts of you that never felt safe, nurtured or worthy of existence. Because your next chapter will not be defined by old stories; it belongs to those stories not yet told.
My Story
Age 43, my darkness came knocking bringing me to my knees...arthritis, perimenopause, trauma, autoimmune flares. Neurodivergence, single motherhood, and gaslighting from the medical profession. During this shadowy time, I was forced to listen to my body and the stories driving my life. I began the tender work of embracing the parts of me that never felt safe, nurtured or worthy of existence. As my stories changed so did my life.
I became a woman who breathes deep, embracing her edges.
Who leaves behind her shallow life, cherishing soulful conversations and stories of gentle strength.
She who walks windswept hills, swims icy waters and grows magical plants.
A woman who paints fairytale flowers, reminding her that even after the darkest night something beautiful can bloom.
What people say
Sally Bonnie: Director of Inspiring Futures & Inspiring Women.
Marie has this wonderful gift of making you feel you can do anything. I commissioned some project work with Marie for various women's groups around Manchester. Her style and approach was just perfect. Our members loved learning new things to help with their wellbeing and applying them in their day-to-day routines. Marie has such an in-depth knowledgeable and a caring approach, it's evident that she wants women to thrive. She also has a wickedly light-hearted spirit that is so much needed in our world.
