Meet Martha Redpath CNM, MSN
Why is it that I could eat well, exercise regularly, meditate and still reach for that glass of wine at the end of the day.
How did that occasional glass turn into daily patterns?
How did this sense of burnout accumulate when I loved being a midwife? When did all the administrative tasks become bigger than the beautiful relationships with the women and families? When did I last feel at EASE with working and time for my family? Is it all worth it?
Is this wine at the end of the day actually HELPING?
Inside I KNEW. This isn't good for me. There has got to be a better way.
I knew SOMETHING needed to change.
I had tried everything and still I felt so torn between things inside.
THEN.
I found coaching. And oh my, my soul lit up.
Like labor, it is a blend of effort and ease.
It is WORK, but the outcome is amazing.
You find new energy for yourself, your priorities, your loved ones. You feel FREE from that "what's wrong with me" voice.
Reach out by email to see what it can be!
There's a crack in everything.
That's how the Light gets in.
-Leonard Cohen
About Provider Space
Vision:
To empower women to live our most authentic lives
Mission:
To support midwives and all providers to reclaim their deep value, find freedom from patterns they want to change and renew their lives with meaning.
Core values:
All people have the capability to change and grow.
All change occurs from within.
Safety, trust and relationship can support transformation.
Healing occurs in known and unknown ways.
Statement of integrity:
Provider space coaches maintain a lifestyle free of alcohol and other substances but does in no way judge or discriminate against those who choose otherwise
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Provider Space Coaching about?
This coaching supports women who want to explore the underlying stress, exhaustion, and disconnection that often come with burnout and/or change their relationship with alcohol. It’s a confidential safe space where healing unfolds.
2. How is this different from therapy?
Coaching is not for those with clinical pathology. It doesn’t involve diagnosis or treatment. Therapy often looks at the past; coaching is about where you are now and where you want to go. It’s ideal for providers who are functioning but know something needs to shift—whether it’s alcohol, stress, or career dissatisfaction.
3.Can coaching help with burnout?
Yes. Many women come to coaching because they feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected from their work, or like they’re just “going through the motions.” Coaching helps you reconnect with your values, create boundaries, manage your energy, and explore ways to find meaning and joy in your present life.
4. What if I’m just tired, not “burned out”?
Burnout exists on a spectrum. Feeling depleted, resentful, checked out, or just constantly overwhelmed are all signals worth paying attention to. Coaching can prevent full-on burnout by recalibrating, building habits that promote internal integrity.
5.Why work with a coach for this?
Coaching provides support, perspective, accountability, and a nonjudgmental space that’s often hard to find within the medical system. It’s a protected space where you can be honest. Coaching is practical and kind, offering tools to help restore balance. You don’t need to do it alone.
6. How does alcohol connect to burnout?
For many people, alcohol becomes a coping mechanism for stress, emotional fatigue, and lack of time to decompress. Coaching helps you question the role alcohol has in your life and offers a pathway to choosing on your own terms.
7. Do I have to stop drinking entirely to work with you?
No. Coaching is completely personalized. You determine whether it’s drinking less, drinking differently, or taking a break altogether.
8. What does a coaching session look like?
Sessions are in person or via Zoom. We’ll clarify your intentions, identify what’s getting in the way, and create practical strategies to help you move forward. You’ll gain tools for managing stress, setting boundaries, regulating your nervous system, and reconnecting with your purpose.
9. What’s the first step if I’m curious?
Book a free consultation. We’ll talk about what’s going on, what you’re looking for, and whether coaching is the right fit.