Gaian Pathfinder Sessions
Seven Days of One to One Support & Guidance from Maria. These sessions are a brilliant introduction to how following the Gaian Path can help you to ditch the black dog of depression and create a life worth waking up again for. Ready to Order? Click Here!Are you feeling lost, stuck, and like nothing you’ve tried for depression is really helping?
Have you been searching the internet for answers, but you can’t seem to find what you’re looking for?
Are you curious about how following the Gaian Path can help you to ditch the black dog, but you’re a bit skeptical about whether it could work for you?
What if you could take one small step in just 7 days that actually makes a difference to how you feel?
Would you love a low cost way to find out if following the Gaian Path is the answer you’ve been searching for?
If you’re nodding your head right now, then the Gaian Pathfinder Sessions are for you.
Get 7 Days of One to One Support & Guidance when you book your Gaian Pathway Sessions
When you’re depressed it can be really difficult to get the support you need to help you recover.
It’s lonely and overwhelming.
Painful and exhausting.
I know.
I’ve been there so many times.
Hi, I’m Maria.
I’m a neurodivergent abuse survivor with chronic illness.
For years I thought depression was incurable. That I would never get rid of it.
I tried all the things.
Antidepressants only made me feel worse.
Talk therapy just made me talk about the same things over and over until I couldn’t stop thinking about them.
I gave up trying to get better, cos what was the point, right?
All I did was stay in bed trying to sleep away my life.
But then one day my 4 year old child came into my bedroom to ask me to have tea with her.
And I refused to get out of my bed.
The pain I saw in my child’s eyes touched a part of my heart that up til that moment had been numb to everything going on around me.
And in that moment, I knew I had a choice to make.
Jennifer Lopez came on the radio and helped me to make my choice – you can read about that here:
Lonmg story short, I chose to do everything I could to heal so I could be around for my babies and give them the Mama they deserved.
I began to study, read, research and certify in everything I could my hands on related to depression – it’s causes and it’s ‘cures’.
What I learned changed my life.
I know that phrase gets chucked around a lot, but it’s true.
Today I have no depression.
Low moods occasionally – of course, that’s life – but those low periods never turn into depression anymore.
Everything I studied and learned and certified in that turned out to be useful, I’ve included in the Gaian Path.
This is the method I followed to ditch the black dog of depression and create a life I am grateful and joyful to wake up again for every morning.
Now I’m on a mission to share what I’ve learned with others, to help them, and you, to ditch the black dog, too.
Are you in?
What are the Gaian Pathfinder Sessions?
I created the Gaian Pathfinder Sessions (GPS) as a low cost, no commitment introduction to the Gaian Path.
Maybe you’re skeptical or ‘woo curious’ and you wonder if I’m spawn of the devil or some sort of snake oil seller.
I get it.
At the start of my journey, I’d have laughed in your face if you tried to convince me of the efficacy of some of the tools I use today!
What I’m going to show you is unlike anything else and I know that makes it seem a bit ‘out there’.
The Pathfinder Sessions are designed to help you to decide if this meaningful and magickal healing work is for you.
I’d love for you to stay open minded and give it a go.
How do the Gaian Pathfinder Sessions work?
Once you’ve gone through the check out, you’ll get access to all the instructions you need to get started.
You’ll find out about what you need to be, do and have, to get the most out of the sessions.
And you’ll get a link to your very own private online room where we can chat for the next 7 days about what’s going on in your life.
The Gaian Pathfinder Sessions are three approximately 30 minute chats that take place on Day 1, Day 4 and Day 7.
Don’t worry if you’re neurodivergent or socially anxious, you can choose to speak to me via video, audio or in the text chat box. Whatever you need – it’s no problem.
The chats will be saved so you can revisit them whenever you need to.
We’ll start by chatting about why you feel depressed and dig a little deeper into what’s causing it.
To do this, I’ll take you on a Soul Journey into the past to find out where the depressed feelings began. It might not be what you think. You’d be surprised how many people believe they’re depressed for a specific reason, only to discover it’s something totally unexpected!
Once we’ve uncovered the cause of the depression, we can take action to root it out.
We’ll talk about all the other ways that can help you feel healthy, happy and whole such as: –
🧼 Detoxifying your life;
🔥 Coping with depression inducing situations – money issues, divorce, bereavement, awful job, bad relationships, health etc
💗 Healing your emotional wounds;
🧠 Banishing psychological blocks;
🌎 Finding hope in a chaotic world;
🔮 Discovering your purpose;
🛠️ Creating a toolkit of resources to help you feel good;
🕯️ Rituals to help you take back control;
✨ and how to bring a little magick into your life!
Because these sessions only last a week, I’ll ask you to focus on ONE thing that would make the most difference in your life. We can’t fix everything in such a short time.
We’ll decide together where the best place for you to start on the Gaian Path.
Because your room is available 24/7, you can ask questions and share your thoughts in there whenever they come up.
You can post pictures, audios, videos or type in the traditional chat box.
I’ll respond as soon as I can, sharing tools, rituals, actions and remedies to help you get started on your personal path to ditching the black dog of depression.
The sessions are all tailored to your personal circumstances.
Your experience with depression is unique to you and so your recovery will need to be designed for you, too.
No cookie cutter solutions here.
I might pull tarot cards, record a guided meditation, or advise you to get a particular essential oil to boost your mood.
Maybe we’ll talk about boundary setting, how to get better sleep – whatever you need.
This isn’t a clinical setting, it’s a gentle nurturing space and although we’ll do deep healing work, I want you to feel safe and nourished by the end of your week with me.
I’ll share with you a taste of what it’s like inside the Ditch the Black Dog Virtual Retreat, but you’ll be under no pressure to continue working with me. That’s entirely up to you!
✨ What you’ll get:
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3 x 30-minute one-to-one chats with me – gentle, focused support to help you take your first steps on the Gaian Path.
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24/7 access to your own private online room where you can reach out between calls.
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A taste of what’s inside the Ditch the Black Dog Virtual Retreat – including a simple healing ritual and practices that work with nature and magick.
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A quick win you can use right away so you leave with something complete and healing, even if you never work with me again.
🌙 Your investment: just $22
And if you decide to continue with me – one-to-one or in the Virtual Retreat – you’ll get $22 off the price. Yep, your Pathfinder Sessions become free.
This isn’t about fixing you – because you’re not broken.
It’s about finding your direction, your hope, and your path forward to a life worth waking up again for.
👉 Are you ready to take your first step on the Gaian Path?
I don’t offer one to one sessions to people who haven’t worked with me before.
My work is not typical and might not be your cup of cocoa.
I created the Gaian Pathfinder Sessions – a low cost, but intensive program to help you decide if my magickal ways of working suit you.
I want to be sure that we don’t waste each other’s time or money.
If you decide to continue working with me one-to-one or join the Virtual Retreat, the amount you paid for your Pathfinder Sessions will be taken off the price – which means your Gaian Pathfinder Sessions end up being completely free!
Terms & Conditions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Gaian Pathway Sessions a Substitute for Working with a Licensed Medical Doctor?
As a certified coach, counsellor, energy and Soul healer and nature therapist, I’m professionally bound to tell you that your first port of call when you feel depressed should be your doctor or a licensed medical professional who can prescribe medication.
But I have a caveat.
If for some reason you can’t get access to therapy, (maybe you’re on a long waiting list) or you’ve tried traditional therapy and counseling but just didn’t benefit from it the way you hoped, the services offered here at Ditch the Black Dog could be for you.
You could use the resources provided in conjunction with therapy, to fill in the gaps between sessions or to help you fast track your recovery.
Your experience with depression is personal to you and it’s entirely your choice how you choose to help yourself.
You know yourself better than anyone and you know what your personal challenges are.
If what you’ve been doing isn’t working for you, it’s ok to try something different.
My advice is to take what works for you and leave the rest behind.
Who Is This For?
This is for you if you are sick and tired of being depressed and trying to act like you’re ok when you’re not.
It’s for you if you’ve made the decision to survive and you’re ready to take some action. I won’t ask you to do anything huge or that’s too much. This is a gentle start on your journey.
It’s for you if you believe in the power of magick, or if you’re woo curious and you want to test the waters.
It’s definitely for you if you love nature and have a deep urge to make the world a better place.
If you’ve tried the usual methods of dealing with depression and they haven’t worked for you, then this is for you.
Who Is This NOT For?
It’s not for you if you’re in crisis.
Please call an emergency helpline or make an urgent call to your doctor. You can find some resources here:
This is NOT for you if you’re looking for a quick fix, or you want someone else to heal your life.
It’s not for you if you’re not willing to take responsibility for your life. You have to be willing to do the work to change your situation.
It’s not for you if you simply want to disprove the efficacy of my work, or you staunchly believe it will not work for you.
What's Included?
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3 x 30-minute one-to-one calls with me
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24/7 access to your own private online room where you can reach out between calls.
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A taste of what’s inside the Ditch the Black Dog Virtual Retreat – including a simple healing ritual and practices that work with nature and magick.
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A quick win you can use right away so you leave with something complete and healing, even if you never work with me again.
Do I Need to Bring Anything to the Sessions?
I will give you a full list of what you need to be, do and have once you’ve moved through the checkout.
Some things will be optional, none need to cost a lot of money.
Will This Work For Me?
I’d like you to come to this work with an open mind and open heart.
The whole point of these sessions is to find out if following the Gaian Path can help you to ditch the black dog of depression.
I’m not a guru. I know that everything that’s worked for me, and the others I’ve shared it with, may not work for everyone.
And that’s ok.
If it’s not for you, go with grace and find the right person to help you. No judgement, no problem.
The only thing I would say is that I’d love you to be willing to give it a chance.
Some people see instant results, some see results a few weeks after working with me and some might not see results for ages.
I ask everyone to record their thoughts and feelings throughout the sessions and beyond in a journal, because sometimes it’s only when you look back that you can see how far you’ve come.
What if I Can't Do All the Sessions Within 7 Days?
Please talk to me about it and we’ll see what we can arrange.
Why Are You Only Charging $22? Does it mean it's not worth much?
I believe in a fair and just society.
I also believe that help with depression should be available to anyone who needs it.
I believe that following the Gaian Path can be an effective way to ditch the black dog of depression.
I believe in it with all my heart and Soul.
I’d love you to experience it and discover if it’s for you.
I don’t want money to be the reason you don’t try it and find out if it’s the answer to your prayers.
I also don’t want to leave you feeling lost and alone at the end of our 7 days together.
My aim is that you feel complete at the end of the week, so that even if we never work together again, you can continue the work we’ve started together.
All I ask is that you give me some honest feedback at the end of our time together.
This will help me to improve my services and help me to understand your needs better.
I Changed My Mind, Can I Have a Refund?
All payments for Gaian Pathway Sessions must be paid in full in advance.
If for some reason, you cannot make it, you MUST let me know as soon as possible.
If you would like, it may be possible to change the date of your Sessions for more suitable ones.
The best thing to do is contact me, so we can come up with the best plan to suit your circumstances.
I’m going to address the elephant in the room now.
When I was depressed, I knew I needed help, but when I was about to go to a counselling or therapy session, I’d get the urge to cancel.
Please be brave and come to your sessions.
If you cancel your Gaian Sessions with less than 24 hours notice, no refunds will be given.
If you cancel after you’ve started your sessions, no refunds will be given.
However, if I cancel the sessions, you will receive a FULL refund without quibble.
Are you coming?
I’d love to help you to ditch the black dog of depression and create a life worth waking up again for!
With love and magick always,
Maria xxx
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