"Through meditation, we can learn to skilfully open the doors to our own psyche and begin the healing process. Psychology without meditation can lack depth; meditation without psychology can lack integration." - Jack Kornfield

Meditation Training For Clinicians

SOMM 200 HR Registered Meditation Teacher L1

This immersive, science-backed training is designed specifically for psychologists, psychotherapists, and counsellors who want to confidently integrate meditation into their therapeutic work.

2025 Dates: 

  • Module 1: August 2, 10:00am - 4:00pm

  • Module 2: August 16 & 17, 10:00 - 4:00pm both days 

  • Module 3: September 13 & 14 - 10:00 - 4:00pm both days 

  • 1:1 follow up calls scheduled for October and November 

  • Additional Module: Awareness Insight Meditation — see full curriculum.


Registration Opens: April 10, 2025

Registration Closes: July 1, 2025 or when course is at capacity

Space is limited to 10 clinicians

This immersive, science-backed training is designed specifically for psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors who want to confidently integrate meditation into their therapeutic work. Tailored for those with an existing understanding of the psyche, this three-module program bridges the gap between theory and embodiment—offering a clear, practical, and trauma-aware approach to teaching meditation. With an emphasis on nervous system regulation, self-awareness, and emotional integration, the course blends ancient meditative wisdom with modern neuroscience and psychology.

Whether you're deepening your personal practice or ready to share meditation with clients, this training will give you the tools, structure, and confidence to do so—with integrity, clarity, and evidence to back it.

It also qualifies as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is structured to support both personal growth and professional advancement.

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FAQs

  • This program is designed for psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, and other mental health professionals who want to integrate meditation into their clinical practice. It’s ideal for those seeking a trauma-informed, science-backed, and experiential approach.

  • Some personal experience with meditation is helpful, but not essential. The training supports clinicians at all levels to build a grounded, consistent practice that complements their therapeutic work.

  • This program has been structured to fit around a full time job.

  • This training dives deeper than typical mindfulness programs. It combines Eastern meditative wisdom with modern neuroscience and psychology, giving clinicians a practical and embodied understanding of how meditation affects the mind, body, and nervous system.

  • Yes. You’ll receive certification through The School of Modern Meditation upon successful completion. You can also apply for certification with the Meditation Alliance Internationals and Meditation Association of Australia (optional).

  • Yes. This course qualifies for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for many professional bodies in New Zealand and Australia. A breakdown of hours and learning outcomes can be provided upon request. Please confirm with your registration board.

  • Absolutely. Meditation can powerfully complement existing therapeutic modalities. This training will help you understand how to integrate meditative tools to support client insight, emotional regulation, and presence.