Are you ready to turn your passion into your career?
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Encounter is the 12-month Programme that supports you to become the entrepreneur you need to be so you can get paid to do what you love, serve your community, and completely transform your life in the process.
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Develop safety in your body to shine with unfuckwithable self-belief, learn by doing, and be surrounded by others who are daring to live a life that aligns with their values.
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Apply and develop your skills, knowledge and passion by taking action on your business over 12 months â be supported to refine your strategy while deeply trusting your intuition, test your ideas, mobilise your community, create an impact, and actually DO THE THING!
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"Before this programme, I was in spiritual hidingâconnected to the goddess arcehtypes and the divine feminine but afraid to share my passion. I longed to develop my intuition and oracular skills, to create spaces for womenâs healing, but fear and self-judgment held me back.
Through Gemma-Roseâs coaching, breathwork, and dreaming sessions, I found the courage to step into my power. I launched a retreat where women could reconnect with their divine feminineâa long-held dream I was finally able to manifest.
This journey has been deeply transformative. Iâve healed aspects of my inner child, released shame, and embraced my desires with more courage. I now trust my intuition, allowing myself to play, create, and find balance in ways I never imagined.
What I loved most was how Gemma-Rose seamlessly combined deep spiritual work with practical tools, holding space with wisdom, compassion, and unwavering belief. If youâre ready to step into your gifts and bring your vision to life, this programme is a profound and magical experience.
Thankyou for a wonderful experience and adventure in helping me connect more deeply in with myself. This is continuing to develop and grow in me everyday"
The soft and gentle whisper has turned into a loud scream. Your intuition is loud and clear.
Launch that offering.Â
Write that book.
Research and develop that product.
Create those resources.
Produce that music.
Lead that campaign.
Make that art.
Host that experience.
Publish that podcast.
Embody the creative that you truly are.
But you just canât seem to actually DO the thing.
Youâre waiting until youâre âready"
Youâre waiting until itâs âperfect"
Youâre waiting until you know the âright wayâÂ
Youâre waiting until you finally know âenoughâ and complete the next training or certification
But that day never comes.
Because these arenât the real reasons youâre not taking action
You KNOW youâre ready to do the REAL work you need to do to finally start serving your community. And hereâs the best news...
Unfuckwithable self-belief, taking messy action and elevating your energy are NOT character traits, they are simply another skill set you get to develop.Â
That's why I created Encounter.
It's the home for sensitive creatives to meet their entrepreneurial self; it's the place to learn how to bring your ideas to the life and get paid to live the way you were born to.
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I'm ready to go all in & REGISTER
âYou're smart AF and donât need more books, podcasts or qualification. You need to borrow belief and courage so that you can finally ditch the procrastination and discover your entrepreneurial self inside showing up and taking action every day"Â
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You see, Encounter is based on a little-known fact:
The REAL reason you haven't done the thing yet is that you do not feel safe being seen
You do not feel safe to truly express yourself because youâre scared of rejection
You do not feel safe to commit to another project because itâs all going to end up being âtoo muchâ
You do not feel safe to face failures on your journey, because then who really are you?
You do not feel safe to give up what's required to become the person who brings your dreams to life.
No amount of business books, YouTube content, extra training, or business coaches, will help you overcome this block.
Until you feel safe in your body being seen, youâll constantly resist progress and moving forward will be slow and painful.Â
Looping in thinking, planning and intellectualising things.
Looping in more trainings and certifications.Â
Looping in âbetterâ equipment, branding, photography and copy.Â
Looping in imposter syndrome.
Once you feel safe, taking action is easy. I know it's true because it's worked for me.
How would it feel to trust your intuition and move with speed from idea to reality?
To show up authentically online without a second thought, quirks and all?
To increase your workload without cycling in high stress and burn-out?
To learn by doing, making mistakes and gathering feedback to iterate your ideas into their fullest potential?
To have fun co-creating your dream into reality with your community, creating a positive impact without working MORE hours?
To improve the quality of your life with higher standards that allow you to truly be your best self?
You're ready for Encounter.
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I'm ready to go all in & REGISTERTestimonials from our programmes and trainings
Tania Pointon, CEO: Seed Waikato
"Working with Gemma has given me the ability to feel confident and authentic in my leadership, creating safe spaces for the people I get to serve. I have felt safe to fully embody my unique calling of leadership, and to notice what it feels like to be held and protected by papatĆ«Änuku to continue to step forward in complex, unknown and uncertain environments. As a result of working together, I am so much more in touch with myself, and my relationships have become healthier and stronger. Thank you for your understanding, your firmness, and your kindess in supporting me to feel safe in my leadership"
Paige Kaye, Founder: Freelance Creative
"Being a creative solo-preneur, having Gemma as a cheerleader, mentor, tutor, and support for my highest self meant everything. She was there to hold me and my dreams and lift me through any upper limits I encountered along the way which meant my self-belief and self-trust have grown exponentially. I now know exactly what I have to do AND also give myself the grace of not doing it all at once. Working with Gemma helped me become a better partner, friend, and to speak into the dreams I have kept hidden from even myself. Now, I feel so deeply connected to my spiritual self and can't thak her enough for creating the space for me to listen in and trust my intuition"
Wikiwira Pokiha, Kaihaapai Reo Rangatahi: Te Aka Whai Ora MÄori Health Authority
"My approach to leading and managing my team was revolutionised after working with Gemma. I see obstacles as opportunities now, and having a neutral and caring space to chat helped me transform my beliefs, my relationship with my past + intergenerational trauma, and my relationship with shame. I've developed self-leadership skills that are allowing me to show up with positivity and connection in mahi and in relationships with my whaanau. Before working together, I was struggling with the grief of my fathers' passing, and now I feel connected to his wairua and I know he is proud of the life I am living"
How the programme works:
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Receive a private 30 minute coaching session each month for high-level strategy support, start-up mentorship, and leadership coaching that meets you EXACTLY where you're at and get CLEAR on your monthly milestones for your project and nervous systemÂ
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Release built up stress and strengthen your connection with your intuition in our live monthly themed Breathwork journey (2 hours) so that you can tolerate more uncertainty and complexity as you make bold moves in your businessÂ
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Get unstuck with our live monthly Dream Lab calls (2 hours) where you can get tailored feedback on your exact phase in the start-up process, ask questions about the blocks coming up for you, and save time and money by learning the exact systems and technology that will enable you to serve more people working less hours
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Get inspired with our monthly creative nights (1 hour)Â where members offer up their gifts to the community for an experiential workshopÂ
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Receive a tonne of free dopamine when you finally get the boring tasks done inside our live monthly Body Doubling sessions (2 hours) and keep yourself accountable to showing up as the entrepreneur you want to be
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Unlock your entrepreneurial self with our monthly live trauma-informed business trainings (2 hours) that will teach you how to go from woo-woo to do do with practical strategy, neurodivergent affirming tips, and energetic tools to elevate your self concept
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Connect via our Telegram space in between live calls where you can soundboard ideas, ask for feedback, and get advice on your goals and challenges three times a week
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+ BONUS complimentary access to a resource library of short guided Breathwork, Tapping and Visualisation tools that you can use anytime, anywhere, to shift your state, process emotions, elevate your mind, and tune into your intuition for guidance on your next steps for 12 months (valued at $370)
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+ BONUS exclusive VIP access to our annual Encounter Retreat to connect in community, express more of your true feminine power with special guest workshops, and walk away energised and empowered to dream a little bigger (valued at $600)
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+ BONUS complimentary pass to any community Breathwork workshop for 12 months (valued at $1200)
This programme is for you if:
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You are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), and/or are neurodivergent and you respond well to accountability
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You sense that past stress, trauma or pain are impacting your ability to be strategic and trust your intuition
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You are a high-performer and have the foundational technical skills and connections required to bring your dream to life, and are calling in a space to develop your leadership skills
- You want to combine intuition with strategy to make an impact in your community without burning out
- You're ready to go all in and show up for your dreams and move past the excuses holding you back
- You're eager to learn the entrepreneurial skills required to monetise your gift in alignment with your values
- You want a supportive community to grow with who can hold you to a higher standard to create your dream into reality
Testimonials from our programmes and trainings
Ashlee, Photographer: Business Owner
"I am so grateful I found Gemma. Her coaching gave me the tools, resources and accountability I needed to push through discomfort and grow both in my business and personal life."
Jahvaya, Artist, Activist + Systems Change Maker
"Gemma gave me the tools and resources that my soul needed to meet myself for the first time. I can see now. It was beautiful for me to also see others in the group grow with me as well. They truly feel like family. I 100% recommend this opportunity to anyone who is ready to go inwards, be still, get real with themselves and take their healing to the next level"
Lisa, Founder: Creative Agency
"Hearing different perspectives and experiences, especially from a professional space, held so much value for me as a business owner and creative. Gemma creates such a sacred container for growth. She was 110% dedicated, present and in tune with our cohort."
The core pillars of the programme:
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1ïžâŁ Your Nervous System: Work With It, Not Against It
Success isnât about hustling harderâitâs about working smarter (and actually enjoying the process). When you understand how your nervous system reacts to stress and uncertainty, you stop fighting yourself and start flowing with your energy. Youâll learn how to expand your capacity for growth, ride the ups and downs of entrepreneurship with courage, and ditch self-sabotage for good.
2ïžâŁ Your Visibility Era: Time to Take Up Space
Coming out of the creative or spiritual closet? Buckle up, because stepping into your entrepreneurial self means showing up fullyâwhich can bring up all those parts of you that feel scared to be seen. This is where you learn how to heal shame, own your authenticity, and finally stop looking for outside validation. Instead of chasing people, youâll start magnetising the right ones to your work.
3ïžâŁ Meeting Your Entrepreneurial Self: Make More, Work Less
If you want to earn more without working yourself into the ground, itâs time to get creative. Your business isnât just about what you doâitâs about how you package your magic in a way that creates value for others at scale. Weâll blend your passion, lived experience, and skills into an offer that feels aligned and actually makes an impact.
4ïžâŁ Selling = Inviting, Not Pushing
If the word âsalesâ makes you cringe, youâre not alone. Most highly sensitive entrepreneurs resist selling because it feels pushyâbut there's a simple shift that will help you generating the revenue and impact you know you're here to create.Â
5ïžâŁ Systems for Ease: Do Less, Achieve More
Building a thriving business does not mean doing moreâit means doing the right things more efficiently. Systems, automations, and (when you're ready) a support team will help you free up time for what actually lights you up. Weâre cutting the admin overload so you can focus on your genius and have more time for life.
6ïžâŁ The Art of Rest: Hustle Culture is Out
Your best ideas donât come when you're grindingâthey come when you're resting. Creativity flows when you stop forcing it, so weâre rewriting the rules of productivity. Youâll learn how to work with your natural energy rhythms, honor your creative cycles, and actually enjoy the process instead of burning out.
7ïžâŁ Community Building: Grow a Movement, Not Just a Following
Forget chasing algorithmsâyour business grows through trust. Learn how to build a genuine community that loves what you do, how to create content that feels good (instead of forced), and how to position yourself as a leader without feeling like an imposter. The goal? A movement thatâs built with your people, not just for them.
8ïžâŁ Thought Leadership: Your Voice is Your Currency
People donât just buy what you doâthey buy who you are and what you stand for. Thought leadership is about owning your voice, sharing your unique perspectives, and becoming the go-to person in your space. Learn to embody confidence without the old-school, bro-marketing vibes.
9ïžâŁ Your Relationship with Money: Make It, Keep It, Grow It
Your income expands to the level of your self-worth (and your financial systems). Making more money isnât just about strategyâitâs about learning to receive and hold it without freaking out. Weâll work on rewiring money beliefs, creating aligned financial structures, and feeling safe with wealth.
đ Energetics: The Secret Sauce of Encounter
What makes this different? Itâs not just mindset. Itâs not just business strategy. Itâs the whole ecosystemânervous system work, somatics, masculine & feminine energy, attachment theory, shadow work, and more. Weâll clear the subconscious blocks keeping you stuck, small, or hiding so you can finally step into your full creative power and get paid for it.
Testimonials from our programmes & trainings
Chelsea
"I had an absolutely INCREDIBLE experience! My mind and body were absolutely blown. Through Gemma's safe guidance and comfortable space, I went on a journey like no other. I feel like I tapped into the deepest parts of myself, grounded my being and uncovered some wild truths that all lay within! I have come away feeling so empowered with a newfound sense of trust and confidence in myself. Wow just WOW!"
Kelsi
"I have had profound shifts with Breathwork with Gemma and have felt the best I have in months. I've been able to shift grief that I've had in my heart that I never allowed myself to feel before"
Em
"I would have spent 12 months of therapy to find the piece of the puzzle I met during the Breathwork journey with Gemma. Because of her extensive knowledge and professionalism when it comes to trauma and the human body-mind experience, I was able to safely soften into my first deep breathwork journey"
Meet your guide, Gemma Rose
Iâm a Pisces Sun, Libra Moon, Taurus Rising, a 2/4 Generator, part-time meme dealer, D&B lover âa highly sensitive human who found Breathwork during my Saturn Return after having my son in 2019. He changed everything.
Not long after that, I became a solo mum navigating divorce after a 10-year relationship and utilised coaching, community & somatic tools to rebuild my sense of self.
For the past 3 years, Iâve helped 100s of people move through uncertainty, trust their intuition, and take big leaps toward their true calling inside my programmes, workshops & retreats.
Before that? I spent a decade in the start-up worldâlaunching businesses, working in award-winning ventures, and co-founding a youth charity that raised over $1million for community projects. Iâve consulted, campaigned, sat on boards, and if you want, can info dump how-to engage in strategic philanthropy, community governance, and systems change.
Burning myself out in hustle culture working 80+ hour weeks in my 20s got me curious to embody more feminine energy as I built this business.
Now, Iâm passionate about helping sensitive creatives and entrepreneurs KNOW who they are, get paid to do what they love AND stay well in the process.
Iâve got a First-Class Honors Business degree, been on scholarship studying entrepreneurship in the Netherlands, and have spent the last 6 years immersed in trauma-informed healing+ trainings that I bring alongside my background in leadership.
But more than anythingâI know what itâs like to want more out of life. To be multi-passionate with lots of projects on the go. To rewrite your story. To recreate yourself. To finally say YES to your heart.
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Safety
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There's no denying the structural barriers at play everyday for marginalised communities. It's important we acknowledge the external forces that uphold systems of oppression, and that the inner-work is a challenge when you are in a world that demands you are resilient. This programme is an invitation to look at what can be done with what you have in your sphere of influence, and your safety is important in that journey.
As a trauma-informed programme, my primary goal is your safety, no matter your race, religion, political or sexual orientation. My heart is to create non-oppressive spaces that are inclusive, diverse and welcoming for all walks of life. The diversity of the programme participants enrichens the experience for all.
All races, genders, sexual orientations, religions, political affiliations and people are welcome in Encounter.
There is zero tolerance for racism, sexism, bigotry, hate, and white supremacy in my programmes and community spaces.
