Here's what my clients are saying...
I’ve been able to bring my true self to the forefront, especially at work, and feel more confident in doing so...
"When I first started working with Nancy, I needed to be able to trust and feel comfortable enough to open up as my true self, genuine and authentic. After working together over the past few years, I’ve been able to bring my true self to the forefront, especially at work, and feel more confident in doing so. Nancy also encouraged me to explore what were shadow areas of my life, like writing and standing up and believing in myself. I hadn’t received that sort of encouragement growing up. I have always sensed I had potential, but needed that nudge to follow through.
I would absolutely recommend Nancy’s coaching. She’s a great listener, calm, compassionate, not afraid to ask the tough questions of me, and she’s honest. I think anyone searching for clarity, focus, maybe someone starting a new path or at a crossroads in their life would benefit from working with Nancy."
Catherine Chubb, Regional Customer Service Coordinator, Whole Foods Market
I would absolutely recommend Nancy’s coaching. She’s a great listener, calm, compassionate, not afraid to ask the tough questions of me, and she’s honest. I think anyone searching for clarity, focus, maybe someone starting a new path or at a crossroads in their life would benefit from working with Nancy."
Catherine Chubb, Regional Customer Service Coordinator, Whole Foods Market
Our work together helped me shift from feeling really stuck, anxious, and sometimes reactionary
to showing up with kindness and feeling empowered to express myself in a more transparent and authentic way.
to showing up with kindness and feeling empowered to express myself in a more transparent and authentic way.
"I came to Nancy's coaching when I was finalizing my divorce after 45 years of marriage. Nancy listens with her entire being and hears exactly what I’m saying. She seems to have really gotten to know where I was coming from quickly and understood my goals and motive. She is intuitive, nonjudgmental and very gentle in challenging me, plus opening me up to ideas I may not have thought about.
Our work together helped me shift from feeling really stuck, anxious, and sometimes reactionary to showing up with kindness and feeling empowered to express myself in a more transparent and authentic way. She also offered a suggestion around my self-care that really catapulted me to a better space, plus it started me on an exercise regimen that I have wanted to do for a long time.
I would definitely recommend Nancy to others. I would think anyone that feels like they are on shaky ground or just needs someone to help them navigate life’s journey in whatever form that takes, would benefit from having her as a life coach. I am very grateful I met Nancy, and appreciate this form of guidance, which is somewhat different than counseling and so helpful in guiding me through my life transition at this time."
Sally T., Mom, Grandmother, and Homeless Volunteer
Our work together helped me shift from feeling really stuck, anxious, and sometimes reactionary to showing up with kindness and feeling empowered to express myself in a more transparent and authentic way. She also offered a suggestion around my self-care that really catapulted me to a better space, plus it started me on an exercise regimen that I have wanted to do for a long time.
I would definitely recommend Nancy to others. I would think anyone that feels like they are on shaky ground or just needs someone to help them navigate life’s journey in whatever form that takes, would benefit from having her as a life coach. I am very grateful I met Nancy, and appreciate this form of guidance, which is somewhat different than counseling and so helpful in guiding me through my life transition at this time."
Sally T., Mom, Grandmother, and Homeless Volunteer
Nancy listened deeply and helped me clarify my goals.
She worked with me to identify and move through my internal fears and resistance around this change....
I am happy to say I recently received and accepted an offer for a great full-time position.
She worked with me to identify and move through my internal fears and resistance around this change....
I am happy to say I recently received and accepted an offer for a great full-time position.
"Nancy Martin provided me with invaluable coaching and counsel on a challenging career shift from long-term self-employment to finding a full-time role with a great organization. Nancy listened deeply and helped me clarify my goals. She worked with me to identify and move through my internal fears and resistance around this change. She's been a wise and supportive coach, providing much needed encouragement throughout the journey. I value her skillful and intuitive approach, grounded in practical, do-able steps.
One thing that differentiates Nancy as a coach, I think, is that her approach is based on the very effective and helpful view that a life transition is a journey in which the details shift as you grow and change perspective. There were times when I had to let go of some ideas to make room for others, and her clear insights around this were immensely helpful to me. I am happy to say I recently received and accepted an offer for a great full-time position. Thanks, Nancy!"
Paul Tumey, Marketing Communications Director, Published Author
One thing that differentiates Nancy as a coach, I think, is that her approach is based on the very effective and helpful view that a life transition is a journey in which the details shift as you grow and change perspective. There were times when I had to let go of some ideas to make room for others, and her clear insights around this were immensely helpful to me. I am happy to say I recently received and accepted an offer for a great full-time position. Thanks, Nancy!"
Paul Tumey, Marketing Communications Director, Published Author
Since the start of our work together my perspectives have shifted dramatically on work, relationships, and self care.
I'm taking more risks and tapping into my passions and desires.
I'm taking more risks and tapping into my passions and desires.
"When I first came into coaching with Nancy I was feeling stuck and wanted to feel more engaged in my life. She was very present, intuitive, and insightful and created an atmosphere of openness where I felt supported and encouraged to explore the unknown. Since the start of our work together my perspectives have shifted dramatically on work, relationships, and self care. I have taken action in these important areas which has resulted in more richness and fulfillment in my life. After working together I'm taking more risks and tapping into my passions and desires. I would recommend her to anyone looking to create a more meaningful and satisfying life."
Jessica H, Research Therapist
Jessica H, Research Therapist
One of the things I appreciate most about working with Nancy is how safe I feel entrusting her with my dreams
and knowing that she's 100% invested in helping me attain them.
and knowing that she's 100% invested in helping me attain them.
"As I move towards living my most creative and authentic life as an artist, I find Nancy's help to be invaluable. Her thoughtful prompts have allowed me to face some of my biggest fears and resistance and move through them with grace. One of the things I appreciate most about working with Nancy is how safe I feel entrusting her with my dreams and knowing that she's 100% invested in helping me attain them. Her approach is always nurturing, yet with an insightful edge that helps me steer my ship where I want it to go."
Claire Mack, Artist & Owner, Claire Mack Fine Arts
Claire Mack, Artist & Owner, Claire Mack Fine Arts
She not only listened better than the top few percentile of people I've ever spoken with...but she clearly had a plan. I felt like she completely had my back for the bigger picture...I can’t imagine a situation that couldn’t improve through working with her.
"Before I went into coaching, I was unsure what to expect, as I hadn’t had any life coaching before. Nancy made sure to address the process and expectations early on, which was phenomenal. She not only listened better than the top few percentile of people I’ve ever spoken with (including most therapists I’ve known), but she clearly had a plan. She helped me break down goals and concepts that had always seemed unapproachable. By translating them into completely doable, meaningful steps, then building them back into my daily life, I was able to act on those ideas. My goals now seem more on earth than in the clouds, and I’ve been able to identify things I’m dispassionate about, which has proven just as important as identifying things I like.
I felt like Nancy completely had my back for the bigger picture, and that helped free my mind to take the hourly, daily, and monthly steps to solely focus on the creation of better habits. My life gained much needed structure and I’m making time for essential self-care practices. I shifted into viewing my exercise, meditation, and healthy eating as legitimate “medicine”, and that has made it easier to focus on everything else that comes up in my life after checking those boxes. I’ve also become much more aware of my negative self talk. Now I can project a better world for myself by seeing the good in the thoughts that are earnestly helpful, meanwhile accepting the negativity as a much quieter part of myself. Ultimately through our coaching, I gained clarity and took steps toward my passion project, sorted through a range of career possibilities, and decided on a career path I’m excited about. I walked away with tools and continued guidance for when life happens!
What I liked best about working with Nancy was her clear, honest passion to actually help. Where there was a problem, her ability to steer the conversation to the root of my concerns was immensely helpful. What’s most important for people to know about Nancy is her versatility for all cases. I can’t imagine a situation that couldn’t improve through working with her."
Quinn, Seattle
I felt like Nancy completely had my back for the bigger picture, and that helped free my mind to take the hourly, daily, and monthly steps to solely focus on the creation of better habits. My life gained much needed structure and I’m making time for essential self-care practices. I shifted into viewing my exercise, meditation, and healthy eating as legitimate “medicine”, and that has made it easier to focus on everything else that comes up in my life after checking those boxes. I’ve also become much more aware of my negative self talk. Now I can project a better world for myself by seeing the good in the thoughts that are earnestly helpful, meanwhile accepting the negativity as a much quieter part of myself. Ultimately through our coaching, I gained clarity and took steps toward my passion project, sorted through a range of career possibilities, and decided on a career path I’m excited about. I walked away with tools and continued guidance for when life happens!
What I liked best about working with Nancy was her clear, honest passion to actually help. Where there was a problem, her ability to steer the conversation to the root of my concerns was immensely helpful. What’s most important for people to know about Nancy is her versatility for all cases. I can’t imagine a situation that couldn’t improve through working with her."
Quinn, Seattle
Nancy's warm, compassionate support and guidance helped me
move beyond old habits and expand quickly in ways I hadn't thought possible.
move beyond old habits and expand quickly in ways I hadn't thought possible.
"Nancy helped me enormously during a pivotal time in my life. I was in the midst of drastically changing my career, rebuilding key relationships, and altering my lifestyle. Nancy's warm, compassionate support and guidance helped me move beyond old habits and expand quickly in ways I hadn't thought possible. She offered up practices that helped me tap into my true desires and cement a more spiritual way of being. What sets Nancy apart is her soulful, intuitive approach. She's a gem! I recommend Nancy to anyone feeling stuck or going through a transition, who wants to move forward authentically and with ease."
Jordan Q, San Diego
Jordan Q, San Diego
Receiving encouragement from you really resonated with me – not just because I needed a reminder of those things within myself - but because I realized how that kind of positivity is missing from my work environment.
"Thank you so much for your time, and for working with me to uncover some tools that will help me move forward during a period where I’m often feeling frustrated. Even this short time has already awakened me to the idea that I can make meaningful change, even if it’s just one small step at a time. Receiving encouragement from you really resonated with me – not just because I needed a reminder of those things within myself - but because I realized how that kind of positivity is missing from my work environment. Thank you again, I truly appreciated your insight and aura of calmness."
Meghan Pyszniak, Human Resources, Financial Services
Meghan Pyszniak, Human Resources, Financial Services
What I like best about working with her is all the added value she provides... the thoughtful follow ups and encouraging texts between sessions, the ideas she comes up with that I hadn't thought about, and the reminders to be kind to myself.
"I knew from working with Nancy in the past that she was good at life coaching, but I wasn't sure I would benefit from career coaching. It turns out what I really needed was a mixture of both. She provided me accountability, good ideas on the job front, and much needed support and help on the life front. I found Nancy to be gentle, kind, and not pushy. What I like best about working with her is all the added value she provides - the thoughtful follow ups and encouraging texts between sessions, the ideas she comes up with that I hadn't thought about, and the reminders to be kind to myself. I would recommend Nancy to anyone looking for a life coach or a career coach or a coach of any type."
Karen S., Director of Business Development in High Tech
Karen S., Director of Business Development in High Tech
I could tell she authentically cared about my situation,
and wanted to help me find a way through my vocational transition.
and wanted to help me find a way through my vocational transition.
"Nancy led me to see my job search with a fresh perspective. She was great at listening, while at the same time providing thoughtful feedback and questions. I'd recommend Nancy to anyone who needs a good, listening ear and some grounded advice. I could tell she authentically cared about my situation, and wanted to help me find a way through my vocational transition."
Brendan Thatcher
Brendan Thatcher
Here's what The Circle members are saying...
...the rare opportunity to really be heard – to express myself out loud
and talk through my ideas and feelings in an accepting group setting. In today's world, this is truly a gift.
and talk through my ideas and feelings in an accepting group setting. In today's world, this is truly a gift.
"I have attended Nancy’s “Women’s Circle” for several months and find it an inspiring and nourishing retreat from the rush of daily life. Nancy creates a warm and inviting physical space for the meeting in addition to a safe haven for us to share deeply and authentically without judgment. I find the time a valuable way to tune in to my inner self and become more grounded.
"Even more valuable is having the rare opportunity to really be heard – to express myself out loud and talk through my ideas and feelings in an accepting group setting. In today’s world, this is truly a gift. I attend a couple other women’s groups and what I like about Nancy’s group is that she comes excellently prepared with a theme, questions and support readings or exercises to back up the sharing and discussions. Yet, it doesn’t feel structured or forced. She gently leads the conversation and adds her own wisdom while letting the meeting flow effortlessly."
Annette L., VP of Sales
"Even more valuable is having the rare opportunity to really be heard – to express myself out loud and talk through my ideas and feelings in an accepting group setting. In today’s world, this is truly a gift. I attend a couple other women’s groups and what I like about Nancy’s group is that she comes excellently prepared with a theme, questions and support readings or exercises to back up the sharing and discussions. Yet, it doesn’t feel structured or forced. She gently leads the conversation and adds her own wisdom while letting the meeting flow effortlessly."
Annette L., VP of Sales
I felt safe to express myself in a supportive and caring environment...
Nancy's ability to effortlessly support and acknowledge our journey with where we were at "now" was helpful and inspiring.
Nancy's ability to effortlessly support and acknowledge our journey with where we were at "now" was helpful and inspiring.
"I recently had the privilege of joining a group of courageous women for Nancy's remarkable wisdom circle. I felt safe to express myself in a supportive and caring environment as we shared the challenges we were each going through. Nancy's ability to effortlessly support and acknowledge our journey with where we were at "now" was helpful and inspiring. Nancy gave us relevant handouts with questions and insights that guided our discussions so we could empower ourselves to create a life with more ease, comfort and joy. I recommend her highly and look forward to benefitting from her presence in the future."
Karen Andersen, Business Owner
Karen Andersen, Business Owner
You have no idea how much it means to me to get together and share with so many wise women and learn from everyone's experiences -
it feels like an amazing gift that came into my life at the right time.
it feels like an amazing gift that came into my life at the right time.
"Nancy, I just want to thank you so much for the nice session yesterday! You have no idea how much it means to me to get together and share with so many wise women and learn from everyone's experiences - it feels like an amazing gift that came into my life at the right time. I have been really isolated and stuck in a rut for a while now recovering from some health issues (over the last 4 years there has just been a domino effect of things) and your group feels like a small beginning to be part of the “real world” again without the stress of having to “perform” or put on a “happy face”.
Tina H., Marketing Consultant and Business Coach
Tina H., Marketing Consultant and Business Coach
I left feeling inspired and rejuvenated to start the week.
I want to spread the word on how helpful you are to women!
I want to spread the word on how helpful you are to women!
"Good morning, Nancy. I just want to send a really big THANK YOU for last night's circle. You made the entire space feel so warm and inclusive, and I'm really grateful to have been able to be a part of it. I'm excited to continue attending them, listen to more stories and beautiful poetry! I left feeling inspired and rejuvenated to start the week. I want to spread the word on how helpful you are to women! Thank you, again!"
Alexa V., Interior Designer
Alexa V., Interior Designer
Nancy is gifted at creating a safe and inspiring space. Such a rewarding experience!
"Nancy is gifted at creating a safe and inspiring space. Our group, a collection of various personalities in different stages of life, shared easily and deeply over topics which were relevant to each of us. Such a rewarding experience! "
Liz G., Artist and Teacher
Liz G., Artist and Teacher
The attention and care that Nancy brought to the group...was exactly the kind of support I was looking for.
"Nancy is a wonderful facilitator. I found her Women's Circle to be a safe and empowering experience that was very helpful for me as I approach some new goals in my life. The attention and care that Nancy brought to the group through inspiring rituals and readings, as well as sharing her own story, was exactly the kind of support I was looking for. Also, I think the structure she provided was really important and helpful in keeping us on topic, as well as including everyone by sharing the readings. I loved how she created a space of ritual and caring that made me feel truly honored to be there."
Claire M., Artist and Business Owner
Claire M., Artist and Business Owner