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Emotionally and personally, both The Resting Tree as paleophenomenology were born in 1989...

My name is Matilde, and I am a BACP / MNCPS eclectic existential psychotherapist and supervisor, researcher, artist, and the creator of paleophenomenology. This innovative framework explores the roots of human consciousness through ancient wisdom and phenomenological experience, offering pathways for transformation, creativity, and deeper meaning. I am passionate about the mystical, the uncanny, and the hidden connections that shape our lives, often working from an alchemical and shamanic and alchemical perspective [www.matildetomat.com].

At The Resting Tree, I offer a space where curiosity, attention, and the desire to grow meet. My work is rooted in the belief that transformation is not a destination but a practice: a continuous dialogue with yourself, your experiences, and the world around you.

Here, you are invited to explore, reflect, and move forward. Whether through one-to-one sessions, literary journeys, reflective guidance, or immersive workshops, each offering is designed to cultivate awareness, insight, and a lived sense of personal evolution.

This is a place where depth matters. Where learning is not about ticking boxes or following formulas, but about engaging fully, thinking critically, and discovering what resonates in your own life. Where the creative impulse, ethical reflection, and personal exploration come together to guide growth and change.

Your Path, Your Transformation

Tailored Services for the Inquisitive Mind

My work is designed for those seeking more than traditional therapy. Whether you’re an academic, a creative, or simply a curious explorer, my approach meets you at the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern existential concerns. I offer a range of services, from existential psychotherapy sessions to paleophenomenological journeys that provide a deeper exploration of self and world. Through these sessions, clients are empowered to examine their lives in new ways, guided by an approach that is reflective, dynamic, and uniquely crafted for each individual.

My Integrated Approach

Therapeutic: A mix of analytical, supportive, and explorative methods, grounded in Rogerian core conditions and an existential perspective. I incorporate Jungian approaches, including work with archetypes and the unconscious mind, with the addition of paleophenomenology to explore primal consciousness.
Coaching and Mentoring: Practical support for stress management, skill implementation, and goal setting, enhanced by paleophenomenology’s unique lens of understanding challenges through an ancient, human perspective.
Pastoral: Delving into moral, existential, and spiritual questions, with insights from shamanic traditions and ancestral knowledge, all through the framework of paleophenomenology.
Professional: Supporting professionals and creatives in integrating ancient wisdom and Jungian thought into their practice, fostering deeper connection and effectiveness in their work.
Academic: Encouraging self-reflection and learning through journaling, reading, and applying paleophenomenology to human origins, creativity, and consciousness.
Philosophical: Addressing life’s puzzles and meaning-making through an examination of how our ancient ancestors navigated existence, infused with existential and paleophenomenological insights.
Artistic: Incorporating creative practices to explore the need for human beings to leave their mark, as seen in ancient rock art [one of the key themes of paleophenomenology].

A Place to Pause, Think, and Evolve

The Resting Tree is organised around a series of Transformational Conversations:

Reflective Dialogue: sessions blending integrative therapeutic reflection, insight, and analytical approach.
Developmental Guidance: action- and development-oriented pathways for those ready to explore possibilities.
Literary Practice: The Reading Room: a journey in 17 books; guided self-exploration based on literature as a companion, mirror, and teacher.
Engaged Supervision: reflective and integrative support for professionals and creatives.
Workshops + Events: immersive, experiential gatherings exploring creativity, human consciousness, paleophenomenology at the intersection of life and learning.

Each path offers a chance to engage with your inner life, test ideas, and move with integrity, curiosity, and attention. The choice of how you journey here is yours: guided, supported, and respected.

Important Information Regarding Accessibility and Environment

Pets: I live with two cats, and while they are not typically present during sessions, there may still be cat hair or dander in the environment.

If you have severe allergies or sensitivities to cats, please let me know in advance so we can discuss alternatives, such as online or phone sessions.

Incense: I regularly burn incense in my therapy space. If you have allergies or sensitivities to scents, please inform me prior to the session, and I will ensure the space is as scent-free as possible during your visit.

Accessibility: Please note that there is one step to enter the therapy room, and unfortunately, wheelchair access is not available at this time. There is also no fully accessible bathroom. If mobility is a concern, we can explore alternative arrangements, such as online sessions, to ensure you are comfortable.

Emergency Support: Please note that I am not able to provide emergency or crisis intervention services. If you are in immediate need of help or experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact emergency services or a crisis helpline. I will respond to non-urgent emails or phone messages during my working hours.

Feel free to get in touch via email at: TRT@matildetomat.com

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I wrote about therapy HERE : therapy is not what you think and education HERE : on the three boxes

Matilde GLIUBICH TOMAT, MRes

MBACP / MNCPS

Blackburn, Lancashire

November 2025