
Some run for shelter
The tree holds firm
And sways with the storm
The Eagle is borne higher and higher
~ Dr Ainslie Meares MD
Pauline McKinnon is the Founding Director of the Stillness Meditation Therapy Centre in Melbourne. Well known as the author of several books on conquering fear and relieving anxiety, Pauline was acknowledged by Dr Meares as an exponent of his style of meditation With her talented team of associate therapists she offers proven treatment for anxiety related conditions and the search for a better life. We enjoy working with all age groups and offer the experience of many years! In stillness we support you as you learn, effortlessly, to release tension and to experience and live your own inner calm.
Clients who complete 12-16 facilitated SMT® sessions at the SMT Centre, report a 54% reduction in their anxiety and stress levels.
Through stillness, the body’s own way of coping with distress, you can relieve anxiety and related conditions and discover the many benefits of living calm.
A calm mind brings effective relief from tension, anxiety, panic, depression, phobias and more
A calm mind brings mental health, the basis of wellness and contentment.
A calm mind leads to resilient and productive living.
Stillness Meditation Therapy brings you back to life!

Pauline McKinnon is internationally known as an author and psychotherapist specialising in anxiety disorders. In 1983 Pauline published “In Stillness Conquer Fear”, her personal story of overcoming anxiety and a book that pioneered public awareness of anxiety as a social problem. Among other works, Pauline is also known for her well loved book for children Quiet Magic and for “Living Calm in a Busy World”, her contemporary commentary on the concept of meditation originated by Dr Ainslie Meares.