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The stories we tell shape who we become.

At Storywise, I work with the stories that shape your creative life — the beliefs, habits, and patterns that either help you create or hold you back. Coaching isn’t about increasing productivity while pretending you’re already perfect. It’s about helping you see the story you’re living, understand the choices you’re making, and commit to the next chapter.Together, we will explore what you value most as an artist, strengthen your creative identity, and build practices that allow your work — and your confidence — to grow sustainably.In short: you’ll leave each session with clarity, direction, and tangible steps to show up for your art in a way that honours both who you are and who you’re becoming.

My Story...

I’m Derek. I’ve been a musician since I was eight years old. I grew up in a family of other musicians so the apple didn’t fall very far from the tree. I’ve spent the bulk of my life performing as a singer-songwriter, working as a music director in churches, and helping other musicians and artists hone their craft. I was the founder, host, and emcee of the Songwriter’s Shootout in Chattanooga, Tennessee that ran from 2016-2018 and have been a part of round table songwriter’s sessions that have taught me the value of honest, direct, and hope-filled feedback. If you'd like to listen to my music you can find me as Derek Wayne Martin wherever you stream your music.In 2022, I decided to career change into coaching and counselling. I am a certified Life Coach through Rhodes Wellness College in Vancouver, BC and am currently in my practicum for the Professional Counselling Diploma there as well.Over the years I’ve come to value two things: respect and curiosity. At its core, respect means to look again. When can look again and again at our mental health as well as our art, we gain the bravery to grow in curiosity, and curiosity is the fuel to creation.At the end of the day, I am an artist for the sake of artists, and I hope to work with you soon.