What happens in a session?
After a short, informal discussion on your background and the reason for your visit, I ask you to lie down on a mattress while I sit next to you. I guide you into the inner space, an inner state of awareness where the mind becomes quiet, and the normally hidden parts of the subconscious come easily to the surface.
The inner space is a natural state, different to trance or hypnosis. When in the space you are fully aware of the room around you, and at the same time you are in a deeper part of yourself. You are at the level of feelings and impressions, rather than the thinking of ordinary mental consciousness.
Then the session unfolds through the interaction (the dialogue and shared experience in the space) between client and practitioner, as well as the internalising effect of the space itself. It is really this inner space that is the essence of IST. It allows you to see things from a different standpoint.
This is a key point about IST: the fact that it happens in the space means the experience comes through feeling and sensing, not imagining or analysing. Because it is not thinking or believing that brings transformation, it is direct experience.
How long is an IST session?
Ninety minutes
How many sessions will I need?
There is not one answer for this question because it’s different for every circumstance. I like to – half jokingly – say somewhere between three and thirty. It all depends on what you want to work on and how far you want to grow in your self-transformation.
Many issues can be significantly resolved in just a few sessions. However the deepest, most long-standing imprints are not going to let go that quickly. These call for regular sessions over weeks or months.
But far from being tedious or traumatic, working on long-standing issues is enormously rewarding. It’s an adventure of healing and discovery.
Who is IST good for?
If you want to understand where and how your current problems come from, and to know yourself at a deeper level, you will probably love IST. However if you are looking more for support, or you are not ready to face what’s inside, then this is not the right time for you to do IST.
My aspiration for you is to always reveal the best of yourself and to empower you to live to the fullest.
How much is a session?
The fee for my standard 90-minute session is $250.
I also have a concession rate of $225 for students and pensioners. Please ask me if you think this might apply to you.
Do I need a referral?
You don’t need a referral to see me. However some psychological services are eligible for Medicare or health fund rebates, and for this you will need a doctor’s referral. Ask me whether this applies to you.
In-person and online sessions
I am available for in-person sessions in Drummoyne on Tuesdays.
I also offer online sessions. Apart from the obvioius differences (ie. I won’t be touching you and you won’t need to find a parking spot!) online sessions are essentially the same.
How do I book?
See the Contact page for how to get in touch.