Become a guide for transformation.  Our Facilitator Training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and presence to support others on their journey of self-discovery while transforming your own life in the process. Explore the curriculum for the training. Training Curriculum Prerequisites & Enrolment Requirements for Participation Participate in Pathways to Mindfulness 25 Session Program High school level numeracy and literacy Basic computer skills Basic application skills (ability to 'use apps' on your device) Process for Enrolment Submit an application form Receive an acceptance letter and a link to officially register for the training When ready to commence the training, select a payment plan and register Choose an Instructor to work with for the duration of the training Unit 1: The Role of a PTM Facilitator Foundational Mindset & Ethics The Role of a PTM Facilitator The Difference Between a PTM Facilitator, Coach, & Counsellor The Qualities of a PTM Facilitator The PTM Facilitator Code of Conduct The Western Mindfulness Mantra Facilitation Skills Practical Session Flow and Timing: Structuring sessions, transitions, and pacing Managing Group vs. One-on-One Dynamics: Techniques for different formats Feedback and Reflection: Providing feedback and encouraging client reflection Illuminating Awareness: Not Giving Advice Holding Space for Clients: Creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment The Seven Conversations Handling Challenging Situations: Strategies for difficult moments Tools and Technology Online PTM Facilitation Best Practices Units 2 - 7: Delivering Pathways to Mindfulness Step-by-step Guidance on Facilitating PTM PTM Part 1: Exploring Awareness PTM Part 2: Workbook Appendices PTM Part 2: CHASM Modules PTM Short Course Unit 8: Launching Your PTM Facilitation Managing Sessions & Client Communications Organising and Scheduling Sessions Efficiently Managing Client Expectations and Agreements Tracking Client Progress and Outcomes Program Logistics & Resources Exploring The Dropbox and Other Digital Resources Ordering and Shipping Client Workbooks Session Pricing, Payment Options, and Managing Cancellations Professional Boundaries & Legalities Legal Consideration for Running Your PTM Practice Reinforcing Ethical Boundaries and Confidentiality Aligning real-world practice with Core Principals from Unit 1 Marketing & Practice Growth Explaining PTM clearly and effectively to prospective clients Understanding Who PTM Clients Are Exploring Your Network Creating Your Unique Mentoring Vision Unit 9: Case Study and Supervision Case Study Take one client through: The Awareness Booklet and The PTM full 25 session program Supervision Participate in a minimum of 6 supervision sessions. Certification Certificates are awarded at the completion of the case study and supervision unit.

Explore a variety of webinars that illuminate the pathway from human suffering to soul enlightenment, with author, educator, and spiritual mentor, Russell Sturgess. Webinars Understanding Consciousness A FREE 2-Hr Webinar for those expanding their awareness of self. In this session, Russell explores the profound distinction between living as a human being shaped by conditioning and programming, and awakening to life as a soul being aligned with awareness and choice. He explains how neuroplasticity reveals our innate capacity to reshape thought patterns and transform the way we experience reality. Through this teaching, you’ll discover how mindfulness becomes the key to breaking free from unconscious habits and opening into a more conscious, empowered way of living. Watch the Recording Go to The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot A FREE 1.5-Hr Webinar for those seeking clarity while navigating the soul journey. This free webinar introduces Russell’s philosophy of spirituality, grounded in the history of the tarot before it was ever used for divination. In those early 200 years, the cards carried profound teachings that map the journey from human suffering to soul enlightenment. What’s beautiful about this symbolism is that it creates a timeless map spiritual seekers can use to guide their own path — wisdom Russell now brings to life in a way that is both practical and deeply transformative. Watch the Recording Go to How to Choose Peace, Love & Joy as a Way of Life A FREE 3-Hr webinar for the spiritually awakened who are still unsatisfied by life. You've done the meditations. You've read the books. You've walked the path with sincerity. So why isn't it translating into a life of peace, love, and joy? For many years of my own 40-year spiritual journey, I asked the same question. What I eventually discovered changed everything, and now I share this wisdom with others. Join me for this event and discover a proven four-step guide for navigating the Dark Night of the Soul and living your spiritual awakening in everyday life. Watch the Recording Go to What People Say "Your presentation was fantastic. I'm still absorbing it all. Your passion, knowledge, research and dedication is inspiring! (T.S) "I saw Russell at Tarosophy Conference in Keswick (UK) last year, it was an outstanding presentation. (M.D) I HAD to buy his book as the presentation was mind blowing. (M.O) Russell brought down the house! (K.K)

Join Russell for 16 sessions that unfold a step-by-step path of spiritual transformation. Together you'll explore the difference between living in illusion and living in awareness. This map offers a clear pathway to transcend the egoic self and return to your essential nature. A Map for Transcendence Join Russell for 16 sessions that unfold a step-by-step path of spiritual transformation. Together you'll explore the difference between living in illusion and living in awareness. This map offers a clear pathway to transcend the egoic self and return to your essential nature. About the Program Early in the 15th century, twenty-two sacred images were transposed from manuscripts into a format inspired by playing cards, in order to preserve their wisdom in a time of great persecution. Rich in symbolism, these images — often described by Russell as 'pocket-sized stained glass windows' — carried teachings that illuminated a pathway from human suffering to soul enlightenment. For centuries their mystery lay hidden in plain sight... until Russell uncovered their deeper meaning in 2007. Since then, Russell has devoted himself to sharing this long-lost map with the world, guiding those ready to move from human struggle into divine consciousness. A Map for Transcendence takes participants on a profound journey into the nature of suffering and reveals the path back to their true essence and the healing that follows. Join Russell as he unlocks these sacred mysteries — and discover how to live them in your own life. Who is this program for? those who are experiencing the Dark Night of the Soul people who are not just trying to fix their lives—but trying to understand life from a soul perspective spiritual seekers who have done lots of 'inner work', but peace, love, and joy remain elusive What the program offers: enhanced clarity about the spiritual journey guidance on how to navigate the Dark Night of the Soul insight as to what a life aligned with our true nature looks and feels like inspiration for aligning with essence instead of ego understanding on how peace, love, and joy is possible in the day-to-day experience a visual map with images rich in symbolism to inspire and guide you on the journey Ready to participate? Start Now Still undecided? Watch a recording of a 3-hr webinar where Russell introduces his philosophy, and start to see for yourself how these cards reveal the deeper architecture of the spiritual journey and how the rich symbolism contained within the cards offers a way to walk through the Dark Night of the Soul experience with greater clarity. Watch the Webinar Commence Your MFT Journey Today Choose a Path That Works for You A Map for Transcendence Self-Paced Online Program $290.00 AUD Details A Map for Transcendence Group Online Program From $890.00 AUD Expression of Interest A Map for Transcendence One-on-one Mentoring $3000.00 AUD Contact Russell Interested in receiving updates about all upcoming events? Subscribe to receive updates about events directly to your inbox What People Say " Before starting this course, I felt lost and uncertain about my purpose in this lifetime. I was searching for meaning and direction. This course has been a truly transformative experience. The teachings have provided me with clarity and a deeper understanding of myself and the world from a different perspective. My mindset has shifted, bringing me prolonged moments of peace and insight, and I feel more grounded in my everyday life." Belinda Books By Russell In 2020, Russell Sturgess' book The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards was released internationally. A Map for Transcendence was built upon the foundation of this book. Tell Me More Spiritual Roots of the Tarot Spiritual Roots of the Tarot 1/1 Tarot and the Secret of the Cathars The medieval Cathars were persecuted and thought genocided by the forces of church and state... but did their esoteric knowledge survive in a hidden form? Russell Sturgess, author of "The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards," has discovered a secret code in the Tarot with the cards laying out the Cathar path to enlightenment and divine wholeness. Join Deacon Jon and Jason as they go on this journey through the Tarot with Russell. Make an Appointment Schedule a 30 minute call with Russell to explore A Map for Transcendence and how it can support you, confirm availability, or discuss upcoming enrolment dates. Book Now

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Pathways to Mindfulness is a mentoring program that makes the inner journey practical and accessible. Instead of offering surface-level fixes, PTM goes to the root of suffering, helping you see the subconscious stories shaping your life, and guiding you back to present moment awareness so you can be more conscious in your decision making moving forward. It’s a journey of self-awareness, inviting you to see what holds you back from living each day with greater peace, love, joy, and fulfilment. PATHWAYS TO Mindfulness What is PTM About the Program What is Pathways to Mindfulness Pathways to Mindfulness is a mentoring program that makes the inner journey practical and accessible. Instead of offering surface-level fixes, PTM goes to the root of suffering, helping you see the subconscious stories shaping your life, and guiding you back to present moment awareness so you can be more conscious in your decision making moving forward. It’s a journey of self-awareness, inviting you to see what holds you back from living each day with greater peace, love, joy, and fulfilment. Who is PTM For? PTM is for anyone who: Feels weighed down by old patterns or painful stories. Struggles with reactivity, judgment, or disconnection. Senses there must be more to life than surviving or “coping.” Longs for clarity, peace, joy and freedom from their suffering. Enhancing awareness and living mindfully is a transformative journey that will convert the heart and mind, and consequently the lifestyle of anyone who chooses to follow the path. How PTM Helps Our Personal Filter Each of us carries a personal filter that shapes how we experience life. Formed in early childhood, this filter is coloured by our environment and shaped by our personality and interpretations of the experiences and emotions we witnessed. By age seven (some say as early as five), this filter is firmly established, becoming the lens through which we see ourselves and the world. As adults, we often move through life unaware that this younger version of ourselves is quietly pulling the strings. It’s as if we are the puppet, and our inner child the puppeteer. The Story A central part of this childhood filter is what we call the story. The story is a belief we carry about our self-worth. A belief that, for most of us, says w ho we are and the way we are is not enough . This belief is closely tied to the degree of connection, or disconnection, we experienced with our primary caregivers in those early years. The more consistently we felt seen, safe, and nurtured, the more inherently worthy we experienced ourselves to be. The more disconnected we felt, the deeper the sense that we were lacking. It is not uncommon for people to try to fill this perceived lack through external measures such as power and control, wealth and status, acceptance from others, or success and achievements, and over time, we can become dependent on these things to bring us happiness. The problem is that when they are taken away, lose their influence, or simply fade in potency, our happiness fades with them. Unless we actively learn to cultivate a state of consciousness that connects us with an inner source of happiness, our sense of fulfilment will continue to rise and fall with the changing circumstances of life. PTM is a Doorway to Freedom PTM helps you recognise these patterns, understand their origins, and reconnect with the freedom that comes from awareness and conscious choice. By noticing the stories that have guided your behaviour, you begin to reclaim your own agency and step out of habitual reactivity. Furthermore, PTM teaches that true happiness is not found in external sources but arises from within when you no longer operate from the filter of who you were taught to be, and instead begin living from who you truly are. Pathways to Mindfulness provides participants with an enhanced awareness of their inner world and provides them with tools that, if utilised, will help them live more mindfully so that each day can be lived with greater peace, love, joy, and so they can find freedom from their suffering. There is happiness to be found in both awareness and ignorance. It is just that the latter has a use-by date. Three Behaviours that Prevent Healing In the Buddhist approach to mindfulness they teach that three things keep you trapped in a mundane and often painful existence. Buddha called them the Three Poisons because of their ability to cause sickness and disease. Ignorance is when you live life habitually, always doing what you have always done. You are completely enmeshed with your childhood narrative, believing your thoughts and perceptions are real. The degree to which you experience happiness or suffering is mostly governed by external factors. Avoidance is when you have become more conscious of other ways of doing things, but the change feels like it requires too much effort, or it’s too painful to face what needs to be addressed. So, you resort to maintaining your old habits. You have awareness—which means you have a choice—but you forfeit that choice and continue to do what you’ve always done, getting the same outcomes. Attachment is when you are aware of what you need to do to change, you want to change, so you use willpower to make the changes. This becomes unsustainable and eventually sees you reverting back to your old habits. You lack the understanding of how to dissolve your attachment to 'your story' and it's associated values. Buddha went on to say that "All evil things, and all evil destiny, are really rooted in greed, hate and ignorance; and of these three things ignorance is the chief root and the primary cause of all evil and misery in the world ." This suggests that the opposite of ignorance must be the remedy, and the opposite of ignorance is awareness (gaining new knowledge and understanding). The first four modules of Pathways to Mindfulness, are dedicated to just that—enhancing awareness. The fifth module is about how to be mindful of that new awareness in each moment. Awareness is understanding. Mindfulness is using that understanding in a way that truely serves. Awareness and Mindfulness Promote Healing Awareness is about expanding your understanding. In Pathways to Mindfulness, this includes noticing how you experience life mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually; observing your story and the beliefs you hold about your worth; and recognising how your life could be different if you were no longer limited by your childhood narrative. Mindfulness is about holding this new awareness as you engage with life, moment by moment . Once you begin to see the extent to which your story is turning up in your life, the next step is to untangle your sense of self from it. This is achieved through observing or "witnessing" experiences as they unfold, rather than getting caught up in the drama and reacting habitually from ingrained patterns. This practice, known as living mindfully, helps you pause the moment you are pulled out of stillness, step into present-moment awareness, and consciously choose how to respond. It is from this lived state of presence that healing occurs, and inner peace and joy are experienced more consistently. Pathways to Mindfulness guides participants through a five-step process for identifying their story and moving beyond ignorance, avoidance, and attachment by becoming more aware and living mindfully. To make the five steps easier to remember, we use the acronym CHASM, symbolising the profound gap between your current experience and a life where inner peace prevails. Current Reality Module C is an awareness exercise where you practice observing the facts of your current reality, free from any judgements or perceptions. Through this process you start to become familiar with what it means to be the witness of your experience. You will become aware of how subconsciously you have lived your life up until this moment, and you will begin to understand how being unaware is directly connected to your suffering. Holding You Back Aristotle once said “Give me a child until he is seven and I will show you the man.” There is a substantial amount of scientific literature that supports the notion that during the first 5-7 years of a child’s life they are exposed to the programming that will form the filters for how they engage life. In a gentle way, Module H has you identify the programming, filters, and beliefs that are Holding You Back. We refer to this as ‘your story’. Alternative Reality Once you have established your current reality and how your story brought you to that place, you will then explore what a kinder, Alternative Reality might look like. This is a state of consciousness where there is little or even no suffering. The minute you begin to imagine this alternative reality, you have already begun to lay down the foundation for creating a new neural pathway. Shifting Realities If you are going somewhere you have never been before, it is likely that you will use a map to guide you to your destination. This is what Module S is all about. You will build a strategic map for Shifting Realities from point A (your current reality) to point B (the alternative reality). Each time you review the strategy you strengthen the neural pathway that can lead you toward the kinder, loving alternative you selected as your destination. Mindful Not Wilful The Western Mindfulness approach to change requires you to be Mindful Not Wilful. In this module you will be given five tools, that if embraced, will help you to pause your stream of programmed thoughts and behaviours in any given moment. It is in this space, when the mind is silent, that you will remember that the choice to be kinder to yourself, to others and to the planet exists. This is the place where change occurs. Pathways to Mindfulness has proven to be aligned with the latest research regarding neuroplasticity and neural pathway development. The program has been packaged in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step experiential program. The process is simple, but the impact is dynamic. Using C.H.A.S.M as the foundation for each session, participants gain an understanding of how to make the changes that will result in a better quality of life through enhancing their awareness, and living mindfully. When kindness becomes the thing you value most, your suffering - burnout, depression, challenging relationships etc, are replaced with a more consistent state of inner-peace, joy and fulfilment. The program is delivered in a high quality workbook with a complementary mindfulness journal. Workbooks Profiling Activity Pages 2 Workbooks 1/7 What Results Can You Expect? Pathways to Mindfulness doesn’t guarantee results, because real transformation depends on your willingness to engage with the process, bring curiosity to your inner world, and apply the practices in your daily life. What it does guarantee is satisfaction: participants consistently report that the program not only meets their expectations but often far exceeds them. This is because PTM doesn’t offer quick fixes or surface-level changes. Instead, it gives you the tools, awareness, and support to make profound shifts in how you relate to yourself, others, and life itself. When you change the lens through which you see and respond to the world, change naturally follows. These are some of the consistent outcomes reported by those who have completed the program: Generally happier in all aspects of life Restored love and connection in relationships Able to communicate with more clarity and confidence More freedom to be themselves Less dependent on the approval of others Less demanding of themselves and others Take the time to really hear others Less consumed by negative thoughts Listen to themselves and their own needs more often Prioritise looking after their needs as much as the needs of others Less emotionally reactive; able to respond thoughtfully Experience less frustration, anxiety, and anger Feel less exhausted More motivated to engage in life Increased confidence More inclined to make values-based decisions Consume less alcohol and drugs Found fulfilment in their work—or changed employment altogether Improved financial circumstances Improved sleep More committed to health and fitness Improved overall health and wellbeing A deeper sense of self-esteem and self-worth Commence Your PTM Journey Today Choose a Path That Works for You One-on-one Full Program with Russell Sturgess $5000.00 AUD Book Now One-on-one Short Course with Russell Sturgess $1400.00 AUD Book Now Online Group Short Course with Russell Sturgess From $695.00 AUD Coming Soon Interested in the group events? 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Payment plans for The Centre for Western Mindfulness PTM Facilitator Training program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment options. PTM Facilitator Training Payment Plans Application Required Before Enrolment What's Included: - Lifetime access to the training program - 8 one-on-one tutorials (90 minutes each) - A printed copy of the Mentor Training Workbook - A printed copy of each Client Workbook (four in total) - On successful completion of all 9 units, receive a certificate granting you use of the following intellectual properties PTM Exploring Awareness PTM C.H.A.S.M PTM Short Course - Access a vast and ever-expanding library of mentoring tools and resources - Benefit from ongoing training and support with our PTM community Important Notes: We recommend reading the Facilitator Training Terms and Conditions before registering. You must submit an application and receive acceptance to the training program before registering via a plan below. To officially register for the training, select a plan that works for you: FT Weekly $49.80 $ 49.80 50 Weekly Instalments Total $2490 Select FT Monthly $249 $ 249 10 Monthly Instalments Total $2490 Select FT Upfront $2,290 $ 2,290 1 Upfront Payment Save $200 Select Weekly Monthly Upfront Most Popular What People Say I had the privilege of working with Russell, who skilfully uncovered my deep-rooted patterns, making my life so much easier. He did it all in a clear, friendly and joyful manner. Thank you so much Russell! Jasmina Baljak Pazanin

The Centre for Western Mindfulness exists to make the wisdom of awareness and mindfulness accessible and practical for modern life. We train and support facilitators who guide others to see the subconscious stories shaping their lives and help them reconnect with presence, clarity, and inner freedom. By combining ancient wisdom with contemporary insights, the Centre offers a grounded pathway for personal transformation and mindful service to others. The Centre for Western Mindfulness Providing Practical Pathways to Inner Peace At The Centre we create and deliver programs that help individuals move from habitual reactivity to conscious awareness and awakened living. Merging ancient wisdom with contemporary insights, the Centre offers grounded, practical pathways to inner transformation. Commence Your Journey Toay Mindfulness Mentoring Identify and transform your subconscious narrative and habits. Workshops for Healers Learn how to be more mindful in your role as a health professional. Soul Awakening Step beyond illusion into the fullness of your spiritual journey. Upcoming Events A complete list of upcoming events with Russell. Facilitator Training Find out what it takes to become a PTM Facilitator. Free Webinars Learn at your own pace with these free online resources. What People Say "I am eternally grateful for the mentoring I have received from Russell. I have a much better understanding of why I react to the things I do. Russell has given me the tools to consistently respond from a place of love. Love for myself, love for others, and love for the planet. If peace is your highest priority - Russell will help light your path to that peace. Committing to his teachings has been one of the best investments I have made towards self realization. Make the commitment with Russell, you will not be disappointed." Craig M Latest from the Blog 4 Part Blog Series HALE - A Mindful Intervention A tool to help you sustain love-centred living as a way of life. Read the Blog 8 Part Blog Series Understanding Forgiveness When peace is your priority, forgiveness will be your only function. Read the Blog 8 Part Blog Series The Eight Principles of Love Explore the eight beatitudes from the sermon on the mount in detail. Read the Blog

Payment plans for Russell Sturgess' Pathways to Mindfulness Online Group Program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment options. Pathways to Mindfulness Online Group Program with Tegan Payment Plans Duration: 25 Sessions | Start: Wed 25th Feb 2026 (8am AEST) What's Included: - 25 online group sessions (60 mins each) - 12 months access to recordings - Limited group size for more personalised support (15 people) - Printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session - Lifetime access to the online community and monthly meetings Select a Plan that Works for You: When you register for a plan below, you’ll gain access to the online group program. Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here. No plans available Weekly Monthly Upfront Most Popular What People Say I am eternally grateful for the mentoring I have received from Russell. I have a much better understanding of why I reacted to the things I do. Russell has given me the tools to consistently respond from a place of love. Love for myself, love for others and love for the planet. If peace is your highest priority—Russell will help light your path to that peace. Committing to his teachings has been one of the best investments I have made towards self realisation. I highly recommend his full mindfulness course from The Centre for Western Mindfulness as well as his in depth Numerology reading. Make the commitment with Russell, you will not be disappointed. Craig Mohr

Pathways to Mindfulness is a process of untangling the self from reactive thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and desires. By committing to this weekly practice, participants can break free from the neural patterns that contribute to their current suffering, while also becoming more attuned to their true nature and the healing that arises from maintaining that awareness. Try the first two sessions at no cost and obligation free. Understanding Consciousness If viewing on a mobile phone, horizontal full-screen HD mode is recommended. Thank you for watching. If you feel called to go further, I invite you to join me for a one-on-one no obligation mentoring session. During this session we will delve into your level of awareness—whether conscious or unconscious— by examining how you interact with the world on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. We will identify the challenges you are currently encountering in life, and you'll discover how these obstacles serve as invitations for you to awaken and enhance your consciousness in areas where you may be less aware. Book your complimentary Exploring Awareness session now. Book Now

Payment plans for Russell Sturgess' A Map for Transcendence Self Paced Program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment plans. A Map for Transcendence Self Paced Online Program Payment Plans Start: Anytime | Availability: Unlimited MFT Self Paced Upfront $290 $ 290 Valid for 12 months Select Single Upfront Payment What's Included: - 16 recorded sessions (60 mins each) - 12 months access to the course - Digital workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session Back to program options > What People Say "I have never had such an impactful relationship with someone that I have never physically met." Dylan Murphy

Drawing on ancient spiritual wisdom, mindfulness techniques and hands-on therapies, Russell Sturgess offers a unique path to freedom from suffering. Meet Russell Sturgess Speaker, Mentor & Healer Russell Sturgess is a renowned speaker, thought leader, and industry expert who has been captivating audiences worldwide for more than 30 years. For the past two decades, he has dedicated himself as a spiritual mentor, author, and educator — showing others how to discover inner peace and freedom from suffering by awakening to their true nature. Alongside this, Russell brings more than 50 years of experience as a physical healer, specialising in Bowen Therapy, Osteopathic Massage, and Reflexology. Mindfulness & Spirituality From his teens, Russell demonstrated an understanding of agape (unconditional love) that defied his age. Drawing on a lifetime of study, practice, and direct experience, his work weaves together ancient wisdom traditions, Western mysticism, and practical tools for conscious living. His teachings offer a grounded, compassionate map for navigating the soul’s journey from egoic suffering to inner peace and spiritual freedom. Russell’s approach is not only intellectual but deeply transformational. Those who work with him often describe a sense of clarity, grace, and “coming home” through his guidance. With gentle yet penetrating insight, he creates space for people to see through the illusions of the ego and reconnect with the essence of who they truly are. Whether you are just beginning your inner journey or have been walking the path for many years, Russell’s teachings provide a clear framework to deepen understanding, release old patterns, and embody the peace and love at the heart of all spiritual traditions. Bodywork & Healing Russell’s passion for complementary health began in childhood, grew through his teens, and eventually led him to run one of the busiest remedial therapy practices on the east coast of Australia. In the 1990s, he taught his unique approach to Bowen Therapy (Fascial Kinetics) extensively across Australia, New Zealand, and the USA. His ability to help people heal is deeply informed by his understanding of the metaphysical connection between body and soul. Today, in addition to his ongoing clinical work, Russell also teaches others what it means to be a mindful healer — showing that a practitioner’s state of consciousness is just as important as their technique. RUSSELL'S JOURNEY THROUGH THE YEARS Explore Russell’s rich history of healing and spiritual wisdom. Make an Appointment Schedule a 30 minute appointment with Russell to find out more about his services, and gain clarity about which approach will be best suited to your personal circumstances. Book Now Quotes By Russell The state of the heart determines what we hear and what we see. 1/5

From a Western perspective, mindfulness is  about learning to pause  in each moment and consider how you could embrace  yourself, others, and the planet in a kinder, more loving way. It's the commitment to being mindful of this choice that results in a better quality of life.  Pathways to Mindfulness From a Western perspective, mindfulness is about learning to pause in each moment and consider how you could embrace yourself, others, and the planet in a kinder, more loving way. It's the commitment to being mindful of this choice that results in a better quality of life. About the Program At some point in life, most of us face a dark night of the soul —moments of loss, heartbreak, failure, or disconnection that leave us feeling powerless and dissatisfied with life. While these experiences can be profoundly painful, they also hold within them the seed of transformation. With the right guidance, what feels like an ending can become the doorway into a new way of being, one rooted in awareness, healing, and a deeper connection to your true self. Pathways to Mindfulness is a structured journey that helps you navigate these difficult times with clarity and purpose. Developed from ancient wisdom traditions and supported by modern neuroscience, PTM offers a step-by-step framework for shifting the patterns of thought and behaviour that keep you trapped in suffering. By engaging in this process, you’ll learn how to gently rewire your mind through awareness, mindfulness, and conscious choice, unlocking greater peace, joy, and freedom from suffering. Read More > What People Say "This program has empowered me with some very special tools and knowledge that I use on a daily basis and will continue to use for the rest of my life. I look back to my past with the opinion that I had been living my life with my eyes and ears shut. I now have a totally different perspective on life and the way I go about things." Travis L How to Participate We want you to experience the Pathways to Mindfulness process firsthand before making any commitments. That’s why the first two sessions are completely free, so you can explore the approach, ask questions, and see whether it feels right for you. From there, you have two ways to continue: Full Program (Minimum 25 sessions): A complete journey that allows the time, depth, and guidance needed to fully integrate these practices into your daily life. Short Course (Minimum 6 sessions): A practical introduction to the key concepts from the full program. This is a focused path that still equips you with tools you can carry forward on your own. Both pathways include: Weekly sessions (up to 60 mins per session) A printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session A mindfulness journal to support you after the program ends Tools you can return to long after the course finishes Lifetime access to the private online community and monthly meetings Weekly, monthly and upfront payment options Your Next Steps Step 1 Attend Your Free Sessions Begin with two free sessions to experience PTM firsthand. Start today for FREE Step 2 Confirm Availability Confirm Russell’s availability, enrolment dates, and session times. Book a Chat What People Say "I write from my position as a medical specialist and also an international healthcare leader, having been an advisor to the NZ government and the WHO, and also as the cofounder of an international movement for compassionate healthcare, Hearts in Healthcare. Of all the many programs in self-development I have undertaken, this mentoring program would rank among the most valuable. The program is based on a great depth of knowledge and wisdom and the learning resources are truly excellent." Dr Robin Youngson From Depression With Love Russell makes an appearance in this upcoming documentary sharing wisdom on why so many people in todays world feel worth-less, and how when this belief is sustained, it can be the catalyst for depression. Make an Appointment Schedule a 30 minute call with Russell to explore the PTM journey and how it can support you, confirm availability, or discuss upcoming enrolment dates. Book Now