Continuing the work of eminent Australian psychiatrist, Dr Ainslie Meares, we offer proven programs for anxiety relief and stress management for adults, children, the workplace and schools.
Stillness Meditation Therapy (SMT™) is a medically based model developed by Dr Meares in the 1950’s, and is not related to any culture or religion. SMT is significantly different from classical or mindfulness meditation by the absence of focus, concentration or any cognitive activity. It has assisted countless people around the world to conquer fear, reduce anxiety, overcome stress and discover personal freedom, calmness and effortless living.
Founder and Principal of the Stillness Meditation Centre Pauline McKinnon, discovered the genius of Dr Meares when enduring a crippling state of anxiety, depression and fear which ruled her life for 8 years. Over 30 years later she continues to maintain Dr Meares’ groundbreaking work, as it paved the way for the use of meditation as a form of therapy. With her team of expert practitioners, the Stillness Meditation Therapy Centre delivers results in a caring and secure environment. A study of 100 clients who completed the Standard SMT Course at the Centre and regularly at home, revealed a 54% reduction in symptoms and equivalent life improvement.
Based in Melbourne we also offer an Intensive S.M.T. program for interstate and overseas clients.
Our commitment and aim is to help others achieve naturally the quality of life each deserves
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Physiologically based, SMT is the authentic meditation originated by Dr Ainslie Meares, considered to be the body’s natural way of coping with distress… 
SMT is characterized by the absence of technique. The mind is not activated but simply and profoundly rested. When experienced regularly, it brings an outcome of inner calm which flows into general life… 
SMT assists adults and children be less anxious, less stressed and brings relief of associated symptoms. Workplace, Practitioner Training and School programs are also available… 
Pauline McKinnon the author of “In Stillness Conquer Fear”, the well loved book for ...