Meet Your Clinical Resource Therapist Team
We are Philipa Thornton and Chris Paulin, a husband-and-wife team, both psychologists and passionate advocates for parts-based healing. Together, we founded the Australian Resource Therapy Institute to help people reconnect with their strengths and support therapists in doing the same.
Whether you are coming to us as a client, a fellow therapist, or a curious learner, you are welcome here. We believe in working with the right part at the right time, with care, clarity, and compassion.
Philipa Thornton
President, Resource Therapy International | Psychologist & Trainer
Philipa is a registered psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience and a deep love for helping people heal through parts work. She is a Master Trainer in Resource Therapy, President of Resource Therapy International, and co-founder of ARTI. Her therapeutic approach is practical, client-led, and grounded in empathy. Philipa is also trained in EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), and Imago Relationship Therapy – with a special interest in helping couples rebuild after infidelity, and individuals move through trauma, anxiety, and self-doubt.
Special interests: Infidelity, couples therapy, trauma, anxiety, confidence building
Location: Sydney, Online & Bali – or we can come to you!
Chris Paulin
Consultant Psychologist | Advanced Clinical Trainer
Chris brings over 40 years of experience to his work as a therapist, trainer, and mentor. Calm, wise, and down-to-earth, he offers a grounded space for clients working through depression, emotional overwhelm, and complex trauma. As co-founder of ARTI, Chris also teaches and supervises therapists around the world, helping them gain confidence using Resource Therapy with clarity and precision.
Special interests: Trauma recovery, depression, emotional clarity, parts integration
Location: Sydney & Bali
Let’s Work Together
Whether you are seeking therapy, exploring professional training, or just curious about how Resource Therapy can help, we are here to support you.
👉 Get in touch with Philipa
👉 Learn more here official Clinical Resource Therapy Training Program
You are welcome, and we would love to hear from you.
Afternoon –
How do I find a therapist? Is there a directory?
Thank you
Dear Tiffaney,
thanks for your inquiry here is the directory Find a Resource Therapist. Thank you!