Empowering Therapists. Transforming Lives.
Are you ready to take your therapeutic skills to the next level—and truly change lives, including yours?
At the Australian Resource Therapy Institute, we don’t just teach therapy—we help you unlock the full healing power of the human personality through Resource Therapy, the groundbreaking parts therapy developed by Professor Gordon Emmerson, PhD.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, you’re in the right place. Our programs are designed to be practical, experiential, and profoundly transformative—for you and your clients.
🌿 Why Therapists Around the World Choose Us
Because it works. And it feels good to do work that heals.
Here’s why thousands of mental health professionals trust us with their training:
- ✅ Backed by Science, Rooted in Compassion
Resource Therapy is a field-proven, trauma-informed parts therapy model that gets to the heart of the issue quickly. - ✅ Train with the Best
Learn directly from Philipa Thornton President of Resource Therapy International and Chris Paulin, Australia’s most experienced Master Trainers and consultants in Resource Therapy. - ✅ Flexible Learning Options
Join us online, in-person in Sydney, or at our Bali retreat-style training. Your path, your pace, your growth. - ✅ Real Skills for Real Change
Walk away with tools you can use immediately in your practice to treat anxiety, trauma, depression, addictions, and more. - ✅ Community & Connection
Be part of a warm, supportive, international community of like-minded therapists who truly care.
This was the most powerful training I’ve ever done. I left feeling equipped, confident, and deeply inspired.”
– Jenna M., Clinical Psychologist, Sydney
💫 Start Where You Are. Go Where You’re Meant to Be.
Whether you’re curious about parts work, looking to renew your passion, or seeking certification to deepen your impact, we’ve got something for you:
🎓 Foundation Training – The perfect introduction to Resource Therapy (Online or In-Person)
🌱 Clinical Qualification – Our 10-day signature program, now also available in a hybrid format
🌺 Advanced Clinical & Train-the-Trainer – For professionals ready to lead and teach
🌴 Bali Immersion – Train, rest, and rejuvenate in paradise, our special annual event
✨ Your Next Step is Simple
Choose what speaks to your heart. Click below to take that first brave step toward the therapist—and the human—you’re meant to be.
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🧠 What Makes Resource Therapy Different?
Unlike traditional talk therapies that circle the issue, Resource Therapy speaks directly to the part that holds the pain—and offers real relief. You’ll learn how to:
- Identify parts of the personality (like the Inner Critic or Abandoned Child)
- Access them safely and respectfully
- Empower the healthy adult Self to lead with wisdom and compassion
💬 “My clients say things like, ‘This is the first time I’ve ever felt truly seen.’ That’s the power of Resource Therapy.”
— Dr. Amelia, Counsellor and EMDR Therapist
📅 Upcoming Events
🗓️ Sydney Clinical Training – April 2025
🗓️ Bali Clinical Hybrid (Online + Ubud) – Feb to July 2025
🗓️ RT World Conference – Bali, June 2025
🗓️ Getting the Love You Want Couples Workshop – May & Aug 2025
Early bird spots fill quickly! Don’t miss your chance to join a transformative learning experience.
💌 Let’s Stay Connected
Still unsure? That’s okay. Start with a friendly chat. We’re here to guide you with no pressure—just possibilities.
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❤️ Your Healing Work Matters
We know the world needs more skilled, heart-led therapists. If you’re ready to expand your skills, heal with precision, and fall back in love with the work you do—Resource Therapy is calling.
Let’s walk this journey together.
Join us today. Your parts will thank you.
Exclusive Resource Therapy Training programs
Find out more about our exclusive Resource Therapy Training opportunities here https://resourcetherapy.com.au/resource-therapy-foundation-training-online-philipa-thornton-sydney/
For the Caring Mental Health Professional
Resource Therapy is a trauma-informed brief psycho-dynamic parts therapy, designed to treat our client’s issues.
With it’s easily learned system and clear steps to follow you will feel confident working with your client’s issues.
Click on the About page for an overview of Resource Therapy in practice.
Ready to train in this exciting Parts Model: https://resourcetherapy.com.au/resource-therapy-foundation-training-online-philipa-thornton-sydney/
The Resource Therapy Institute Australia is the premier provider of training, workshops, education, supervision, mentoring, research, and consultation for Resource Therapy in Australia and worldwide.
If you are a psychologist, social worker, clinical hypnotherapist, psychotherapist, doctor, psychiatrist, NLP practitioner, mental health nurse, counselor or student therapist you will love learning how Resource Therapy can benefit your clients.
An easily learned parts model for resolving issues and restoring inner peace.
Like all the other powerful parts psychologies – Ego State Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Voice Dialog, Resource Therapy is a strength-based Parts approach.
Our Resources are our internal personality parts, supplying us with unique skills and abilities to handle our life situations.
Imagine the feeling of flow, having the best part of your self in the driver’s seat for the occasion with the appropriate skills in the right amount.
Resourcing – we find helping states for clients to engage their best Resources, our internal assets, for making the most of our lives.
Unique to us our Resource States helps us to deal with life situations and relationship issues in line with our personal values and beliefs.
