WORKING WITH ZOYA
“Zoya’s manner and empathy are incredible. She is truly a stand out therapist who is able to reach and relate individually, and create a cohesive, gentle tone in the group, providing a sense of safety necessary for people to let their guards down and ‘work’. I highly recommend her.”
What happens in an arts therapy session?
Together we will follow the direction of what holds the most importance for you. I will offer invitations to use different arts therapy procedures, asking questions, making observations and paying attention to the process of what is happening. We can, if you choose, use many different modes of creative representation to express feelings and experiences including drawing, sculpture, sound, movement and writing. You will be invited to decide what is best for you throughout the process.
How I practice
I create a safe space for people to therapeutically explore ongoing emotional and interpersonal difficulties, and process traumatic experiences. I help clients to get in touch with their personal strengths and inner resources in order to generate a sense of empowerment, develop healthy coping skills and improve self-esteem.
I’m interested in developing collaborative therapeutic relationships that enable people to heal and transform their lives. I avoid giving advice or making interpretations of people’s experiences. Instead, I help them make their own meanings and find their own answers.
I feel privileged to share peoples' journeys through times of transition and self-discovery, witnessing them overcome adversity, improve relationships, and express their authentic selves.
Making an appointment
I’m based in Altona in Melbourne’s western suburbs, but also have a space for sessions in Fitzroy (not wheelchair accessible). I can provide online and in-home sessions to enable accessibility.
Service area includes Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong, Port Phillip, Yarra, Melbourne, and parts of Merri-bek and Darebin. Standard travel surcharge applies.
The cost for a 1 hour individual therapy session is $160. A concession rate can be negotiated for those who require it.
I love this work and every moment that I am fortunate to share it. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Phone 0409 965 047
Email zoyamartin@hotmail.com