Master Resource Therapy Trainers

Meet Your Clinical Resource Therapy Educational Team

We are Philipa Thornton and Chris Paulin, a husband-and-wife team, both psychologists and passionate advocates for parts-work, and its rapid results in healing. Together, we founded the Australia Resource Therapy Institute to help people reconnect with their strengths and support therapists in doing the same.

Special interests: Infidelity, couples therapy, trauma, anxiety, confidence building and coaching.
Location: Sydney, Online & Bali – or we can come to you!

We are here to support you.

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You are welcome, and we would love to hear from you.

FAQ for Australia Resource Therapy

1. What on earth is Resource Therapy (RT)?

Think of your personality as a talented cast member in a play. Sometimes, a “part” of you—like the one holding onto an old fear—takes the stage at the wrong time. We call these Resource States. RT is a brief, powerful parts-therapy that speaks directly to the part “at the wheel” to help it heal, rather than just talking about the problem. It’s quick, it’s deep, and it’s rather brilliant.

2. The 8 Pathologies: How do I know what’s going wrong?

We look at how your states are showing up. Are you:

• Vaded? (Feeling flooded by old fear, rejection, confusion or disappointment).
• Retro? (Using old, “out of date” behaviours that don’t help anymore, caught up in cycles).
• Conflicted or Dissonant? (Two parts fighting for control, or the wrong part showing up for the job).Our goal is to get you back to Normal—where the best part of you is the captain of the moment, equipped with exactly the skills you need.

3. Do I need a GP referral to join a workshop or see a Resource Therapist?

Not at all! If you are a therapist looking to sharpen your skills, you can jump straight into our Foundation Certificate or the full Clinical Qualification.

For clients seeking therapy, you don’t need a referral to see a Resource Therapist, though check with your individual clinician regarding Medicare rebates if they are a registered Psychologist or Social Worker.

4. Is this just for psychologists?

Goodness, no. While we love our psychologists, RT is for any heart-led professional -counsellors, coaches, social workers, and psychotherapists. If you’re ready to move beyond “talk therapy” and want a roadmap for real results, you’re in the right place.

5. Can I learn this from my sofa?

You certainly can! We offer vibrant Online Clinical Training. However, if you fancy a bit of sunshine with your “parts work,” we also run world-class training retreats in Bali and in-person workshops in Sydney.

6. How quickly does it work?

Because RT goes straight to the part of the personality that holds the pain (using memory reconsolidation), change often happens much faster than traditional methods. We aren’t interested in decades of rumination; we want to help your parts find peace so you can get back to enjoying life.

7. Who is behind all this?

You’ll be learning from the best! Philipa Thornton (President of Resource Therapy International) and Chris Paulin (Consultant Psychologist) are our Master Trainers. They live and breathe this stuff and bring a lovely, playful energy to every session. Sometimes, the founder himself, Professor Gordon Emmerson, even pops in for a guest appearance!

8. What’s the investment?

We have various tiers depending on your journey:

• Foundation Training: The perfect “taster” to get you started.
• Clinical Qualification: Our signature 10-day program for those ready to become certified experts.
• Masterclasses: For the “parts-work” aficionados wanting to dive deep into complex trauma or couples work.Check our Training Dates & Fees page for the latest updates.

9. What if I need to cancel?

Life happens! If you need to withdraw from a workshop, please let us know in writing. Generally, cancellations made with plenty of notice receive a refund (minus a small admin fee), but if it’s last-minute (within 2 business days), a cancellation fee applies to cover our overheads.

10. How do I get started?

Simply pick the course that speaks to your heart and click “Register.” Your parts will thank you for it! If you’re still a bit unsure, feel free to book a Clarity Call with us. We’d love to help you find your way.