Desiree-Anne Martin

Desiree-Anne Martin is a versatile professional with extensive experience in writing, counselling, and education. As a writer at Memoirist since 2018, Desiree-Anne produces fiction, creative non-fiction, and ghostwriting content while also serving as a registered counsellor in private practice with a focus on addiction, trauma, and mental health. In the role of lecturer and program facilitator at Prospect Hill Recovery Practice, Desiree-Anne teaches about addiction recovery. Additional contributions include clinical supervision of master's students at the University of Cape Town and mentorship roles with the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation. Desiree-Anne also engages as a public speaker on topics related to mental health and resilience. With a background in fundraising as an executive board member of the Life Righting Collective, and past consulting experience with youth programs, Desiree-Anne's diverse skill set underscores a commitment to supporting individuals through challenges and promoting healing.