About - Teresa Phelps Martin

About Me

Everyone Has a Story to Tell

Restore. Reclaim & Revive.

Master Of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor

Certified Transformational Coach

Trained Astrologer

Certified Yoga Teacher

Certified Morning Altars Teacher

My Own Story: Grit & Grace

Honestly, I have always been curious about how life comes together while being overly committed to being the best version of myself holding myself to a high standard, even when life was complicated and hard. At some point, being my best turned into being hard on myself, and feeling like I was responsible for everyone else.

Somewhere along the way, the expectation drifted far from what was realistic. My determination helped me learn how to ground myself, cultivate boundaries, trust my intuition, and prioritize my own wellness. Then life became a mandated relearning I could not avoid, because my life depended on making myself a priority.

I’m in the business of helping people feel better, and I still had to learn to ask for help, and to let go of the belief that other people’s peace and calm relied on me. Blurred lines that are now clear.

I’ve walked the dark hallways of my own soul and leaned on other professionals to get through. Leaning in was the hardest part. It was part surrender, part inspired action, and a whole lot of grace.

What I’ve Noticed

Over the years, I have worked with capable, empathetic women who carry significant responsibility in their relationships, families, and communities.

I have witnessed how easily caring for others can become intertwined with expectations of ourselves, and how important it is to have a space where our own experiences, needs, and desires receive the same consideration.

This understanding informs my commitment to creating relationships grounded in dignity, respect, and genuine care – where each person has the freedom to explore what is true for them.

What I Believe

I believe there is something sacred about being human. Each of us carries a unique inner world shaped by our experiences, relationships, natural qualities, and the choices presented to us along the way.

My work is grounded in honoring the whole person – body, mind, heart, and soul – and recognizing that meaningful care makes room for both evidence and mystery.

Whether through counseling, celestial guidance, or shared experiences, I value the dignity of each person’s story, their capacity for self-understanding, and their freedom to choose how they wish to participate, bringing their own wisdom to life.

At the heart of my work is a commitment to supporting authentic alignment: honoring what is true, caring for what matters, and living in meaningful relationship with ourselves and the world around us.

How I Work

Truly, I love connecting people with their inner wisdom and potential. Working with an individual’s inner experience is sacred and one I deeply respect, honor and value. The way you move, feel, think, and be is unique to you, so we go at your pace so their is time to process and integrate. The slowness can feel highly challenging at first, then it becomes highly effective. Building trust to allow for refinement and supporting an ‘inner-standing’ so healthy patterns can be re-established is sacred care.

The Credentials & Beyond

I have achieved numerous certifications in yoga and taught extensively. Before completing my Master’s degree I earned a certification in Transformational Coaching. Recently, I became IFS Informed, earned my Morning Altars Teacher Certification, and aquired a grant to bring Restoration Programs to educators.

My need for both evidence and mystery had me start studyng the celestial elements of Astrology over 20 years ago and my meditation practive began decades ago in my early 20’s. The sky has always been my altar that I even got my private pilot’s license before turning 20!

My desire to understand the mysterious layers of life led me to travel around the world, lived abroad, and lead international retreats. My initiation into earth school includes surviving 2 near death experiences providing immense data on the power of resilience. My humannes has also asked that I consciously co-operate with a cancer diagnosis for the last 5 years. And one of the great teachers of life for better and worse – being married since 2007, raising two children and one sweet cockapoo together.

Forever A Student of Life

My journey in life has taught me the essential need to be clear in what matters most, to trust in the depth of my heart and move forward in life from my inner wisdom, intuition and love – all essential elements of agency. I continue to heal, grow and enrich my life in a number of ways.

We are all living this thing called life – so we might as well lean into one another and live brilliantly together. As a student of life here on earth, I remain deeply devoted to my own life’s unfolding.

Let’s Chat

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a conversation, not acommitment. You can tell me a little about what you are own life, ask me anything that would support your process, and we’ll both get a sense of whether we’re a good fit.

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All offerings I share straight from my heart to yours.

Take what serves you and leave the rest!

Evidence & Mystery

Permision To Be Human

I have spent much of my life wondering and investigating what makes us who we are, how our experiences shape us, and what helps us find our way through this extraordinary thing called life.

My years of study, professional practice, and personal experience have taught me to value both what we can understand through evidence and what we come to know through intuition, creativity, relationship, and the mysteries of being human. The seen and unseen hold equal value in my own orientation and show up as knowledge and reverance.

There is something sacred about each of us. We have our own nature, our own stories, and an inner wisdom that deserves to be recognized and cared for.

While life continually shapes us, we have the capacity to become more aware of our patterns, honor our needs, and make choices that reflect what matters most. The requirement is to slow down and become present to the inquiry and stay curious to the possibility.

This is the heart of my approach to care it is both evidence informed and experientially driven through reflection on both data and awe. Whether we’re working through life’s challenges, exploring authenticity through the symbolic language of the stars, or gathering in community, my intention is to create space for you to feel seen, supported, and encourage to be so-fully yourself.