The Power of Phototherapy: Finding Authenticity Through the Lens

The Power of Phototherapy: Finding Authenticity Through the Lens

We are all photogenic—self-perception and trust are what matter

By Equals

Date and time

Mon, 26 May 2025 17:30 - 19:30 CEST

Location

Equals Amsterdam

6 Raamgracht 1011 HZ Amsterdam Netherlands

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

Agenda
Untitled agenda

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Walk-in

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Panel Talk

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

🌟 Rediscover the Beauty Within Through Phototherapy 🌟


📸 Embrace Authenticity
Phototherapy is about helping people uncover their inner beauty. It's a transformative journey where individuals stop hiding, let go of performance, and simply exist. These moments—raw, unfiltered, and deeply authentic—are what the camera captures best.


Why Phototherapy Matters 💡
Every session, story, and photograph serves as a testament to self-discovery's incredible power. Photography becomes more than art; it’s a tool to reveal beauty that’s already there, breaking down barriers of overthinking and fear, and helping people reconnect with their true selves.


✨ What You’ll Experience

🌈 A Unique Perspective on Self-Discovery
This is not just a photography talk—it’s an exploration of how phototherapy can help you:

  • Reconnect with your authentic self.
  • Use photography as a tool for self-acceptance and emotional healing.
  • Experience personal transformation through the power of being seen.

🛠️ Practical Insights You Can Apply

  • Actionable techniques to break free from self-doubt and overthinking.
  • Exercises designed for photographers, creatives, and anyone seeking personal growth.
  • Tools to unlock authenticity in yourself or those you work with.

💖 A Deeply Inspiring Journey
Through real-life stories and examples, you’ll witness the profound impact phototherapy has had on countless lives. Walk away feeling inspired, empowered, and connected to your own beauty and authenticity.


👩‍🎨 About Marfa

Marfa Vasilieva's love for photography started at age 12, evolving from club and fashion shoots to celebrating individuality and storytelling. Disillusioned by the repetitiveness of fashion photography, she pivoted to creating fashion with everyday people, ultimately developing her groundbreaking Phototherapy Method.

With a Master’s in International Marketing and a personal connection to the Dove Real Beauty Campaign, Marfa has helped over 2,400 women rediscover their beauty and transform their self-perception through phototherapy.

Join us for a transformative experience that goes beyond photography—it's about seeing, believing, and embracing the beauty within. 💫

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Our mission

Equals strives for equality and more diversity in the workforce. We are committed to supporting women* in the growth and development of their careers. By working together, and by celebrating and championing our members and partners, we bring out the best in everybody.

The problem

  • Only 8 % of all startups in Amsterdam have a woman as founder.
  • Only 8% of investments in Amsterdam went to women-led startups.
  • Only 18 % of people working in tech in the Netherlands are women, while this is the fastest growing industry.
  • 10th place in Europe when it comes to the representation of women leaders and women working in the European Tech Startup Ecosystem (report by Startup Genome).

What we do

We operate based on three pillars

Visibility : We’re creating more visibility for inspiring women, because role models are important for changed behaviour and beliefs.

Academy : We’re creating education and career opportunities for women in tech and entrepreneurship.

Memberclub : We’re creating a community of ambitious women that are here to connect, grow, support and empower each other.

*Our space is inclusive of all women, non-binary, agender and gender non-conforming people, and others who identify with our mission. Self-definition is at the sole discretion of that individual. If you feel you could benefit from a space meant for people who care about our mission, you are welcome.

Early bird discount
€12 – €18