One to One Sessions With Maria
Want to work with me privately? Here's what you need to know.How you can work one to one with me
There are two ways that you can work with me privately.
We can meet virtually online, or if you live in the Costa Blanca area of Spain, we can meet in person.
Private Sessions Online
PLEASE NOTE: 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.
To be sure that we don't waste each other's time, please book a Gaian Pathfinder session to see if my magickal ways of working suit you.
What are Gaian Pathfinder Sessions?
Your Gaian Pathfinder Sessions a take place over 7 days.
You'll get 24/7 access to a private online room where we'll have 3 x 30 minute scheduled chats, all saved so you can revisit them at your leisure.
We'll talk about why you feel depressed and you'll choose 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 share 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.
If you decide to carry on working with me, I'll give you a credit voucher equal to the price you paid for your Pathfinder sessions that you can use to get a discount on either a one to one package or the Ditch the Black Dog Virtual Retreat.
Terms & Conditions apply.
Are you a verbal processor? Neurodivergent? Have a tendency to forget what you wanted to say between sessions? Or just too busy to fit in a call?
I have a solution for you, my friend!
I LOVE a tool called GoBrunch. It’s a walkie talkie app and you can use it to record audio or chat messages. I’ll respond using audio or written messages – whichever you prefer.
Some clients prefer to speak their thoughts, but they’d rather get written messages back from me so they can process them better.
No more forgetting what you wanted to say! You can send me a message whenever it pops into your mind. Access GoBrunch via app on your phone, or on your desktop.
Easy!
Get access to your very own private online room where you choose how we communicate – video, audio OR written chat.
Make an appointment and we can chat live.
If we talk on video, I’ll record the conversations and post them in your room so you can return to them any time you want.
I’ll also post resources and tools for you in your room. You can access your private room 24 hours a day, no restrictions.
If you need to ask a question or want a bit of support between sessions, all you need to do is post in the chat box and I’ll respond as soon as possible.
It couldn’t be simpler!
Your private room
Private Sessions In Person In Spain
I’m creating the kind of therapeutic sessions I wish had existed when I was battling the black dog of depression.
Sessions aren’t held in a dull, clinical room with nothing for either of us to do but stare awkwardly at each other!
My clinic is the great outdoors and you’ll find me running energy healing and ecotherapy sessions
in the mountains ⛰️
on a gentle walk in the woods, 🌳 🌳 🌳
whilst observing our animal friends, 🐈 🐕 🐎
or whilst we dip our toes in the Mediterranean Sea. 🌊🌴
Our time together will include a variety of therapeutic activities, plus energy healing sessions. Your plan will be personal to you.
We’ll have a good old rummage around in your life, uncover the root causes of why you’re depressed and then do what’s needed to yank those buggers out!
I believe in actions being more healing than words, so I’ll encourage you to get out of your head, off the sofa and out into the world to go DO stuff that makes a difference to your health and happiness.
What Happens In Private Sessions?
I can’t tell you exactly what we’ll do in our sessions cos everyone’s path to ditching the black dog of depression is different.
There’s no ‘cookie cutter’ formula that solves everything for every single depression sufferer.
You’ll need different things depending on what stage of depression you’re trapped in.
I don’t believe that endless talking about how you feel or numbing your pain with medication will to help you to ditch the black dog of depression long term.
So if we aren’t going to talk lots, what happens when you book a package of private therapy sessions with me?
We’ll talk. Of course we’ll talk! I need to find out what’s going on in your life. But we aren’t going to dwell on all the things that cause you pain. We’re going to focus on your healing.
We’ll use some fantastic tools to have a good old rummage around in your life, uncover the root causes of why you’re depressed and then do what’s needed to yank those buggers out!
I’m going to show you how following the Gaian Path™ can help you put depression into remission.
Your package will include personalised mind rewilding recordings, energy healing, practical lifestyle changes and tools and techniques to help you heal and thrive.
I believe in actions being more healing than words, so I’ll encourage you to get out of your head, off the sofa and out into the world to go DO stuff that makes a difference to your health and happiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Ditch the Black Dog Retreat and Live Gatherings a Substitute for Therapy?
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 Ditch the Black Dog Retreats and live gatherings could be for you.
You could use the resources in the Retreats and Circles 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.
Where Do Your Retreats and Live Gatherings Take Place?
Currently, I offer retreats and live gatherings in and around the Costa Blanca area of Spain – expanding throughout the Valencian Community.
Ocean Therapy and Energy Healing Sessions take place in the Playa de San Juan area. I am also organising boat trips from various ports.
Forest Therapy and Energy Healing Sessions will be in the Sierra de Mariola area, Petrer, Xixona or anywhere there are trees!
Animal Assisted Therapy and Energy Healing Sessions will take place at various animal facilities to be confirmed. Check each event listing.
Check each event listing for details of Sacred Circle Packages. If enough people want to arrange a Sacred Circle locally, I’m willing to come to a specific area.
Details of retreats and their locations will be available as soon as I’ve chosen and booked suitable accomodation. I’m in the process of purchasing my own nature reserve and retreat centre, so look out for details of that! It will be amazing!
How Much Does it Cost? Do You Have Payment Plans?
I believe in a fair, just, inclusive and equal society. This means that I aim to make my products and services accessible to all. the price of each retreat or live gathering is different, depending on the offer.
Some events will take place within other organisations and I cannot do much about their fees, but I can try to put payment plans in place. Check each program for full details and any payment plans that might be available.
I use Klarna to pay in three for many things and I highly recommend it. Paypal may offer the opportunity to pay in 3 instalments or more depending on your circumstances. But this is a company that I prefer not to use if at all possible.
If you need financial help to access my paid programs, there will be an application form attached to each event where you can request a discount or scholarship.
Please visit my Giving Back page if you want to know more about how I give back and pay forward.
I Can't Make It, Can I Have a Refund?
All payments for retreats and live gatherings must be paid in full in advance.
If for some reason, you cannot make it, you MUST let me know as soon as possible.
RETREATS POLICY
This is only a brief guideline.
Deposits are NOT refundable less than a month before the date of the retreat.
You can transfer your place to someone else.
It may be possible to change the date of your retreat for a more suitable one.
The best thing to do is contact me, so we can come up with the best plan to suit your circumstances.
LIVE GATHERINGS POLICY
All bookings must be made in advance and paid in full prior to attendance, unless previously agreed.
For one off events and gatherings, refunds will NOT be available if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice.
However, if I cancel the gathering, you will receive a FULL refund without quibble.
If you purchased a package and are not available to attend, no refund will be given. This is because you are paying for your space in the group as a whole and not each individual weekly session. You will still be able to access the online community and resources etc even if you don’t attend the live session.
Not able to come to Spain to heal the wounds that keep you trapped in depression?
Why not join the Ditch the Black Dog Virtual Retreat?
I know it’s not possible for you to hop on a plane and join me in Spain every time you need support, so I created a virtual therapeutic retreat.
You might not get to actually dip your toes in the Mediterranean Sea, but you can access this experiential space 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
You're invited to join me over on Substack!
Join Ditch the Black Dog over on Substack and get all my latest blog posts and podcast episodes delivered to your inbox every week.
You'll also be able to join the conversation about depression and share your thoughts. You can ask me anything every Friday.
Come on over and feel the magick happen!