About Resource Therapy International
Resource Therapy International (RTI) is the official global professional body for Resource Therapy. We exist to promote, protect, and advance Resource Therapy as a powerful, brief, strength-based and trauma-informed parts-based psychotherapy.
Our Mission
To provide ethical stewardship of the Resource Therapy worldwide community by ensuring quality training, global accreditation, and professional support for therapists, trainers, and researchers.
Our Vision
A world where Resource Therapy is recognised as an evidence-informed, strengths-focused parts work model of psychotherapy accessible across cultures, disciplines, and communities.
What is Our Purpose?
RTI is dedicated to:
- Stewardship – safeguarding Professor Gordon Emmerson’s original model while supporting innovation informed by research.
- Accreditation – setting clear global standards for Clinical, Advanced, and Trainer Resource Therapy certifications.
- Research – promoting and publishing evidence that demonstrates Resource Therapy’s effectiveness.
- Community – building a vibrant international membership platform with supervision, CPD, and conferences.
- Growth – expanding awareness and accessibility of RT to clients and professionals worldwide.
Why RTI matters?
- Provides ethical standards for training and practice.
- Offers international recognition through official accreditation.
- Creates a professional community with events, CPD, and networking.
- Ensures Resource Therapy remains a credible, research-aligned therapy aligned with contemporary psychology.
- Supports therapists in bringing lasting results for clients.
What is the Governance & Structure?
RTI is governed by an international Executive Committee with representation from trainers and members across the globe. We are a not-for-profit, volunteer-led organisation committed to transparency, inclusivity, and sustainability.
📧 Connect with Us
For membership, accreditation, or training enquiries:
✉️ admin@resourcetherapy.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is Resource Therapy International (RTI)?
A: RTI is the global professional body for Resource Therapy, responsible for ethics, accreditation, research, and worldwide promotion of the model.
Q: What is the purpose of RTI?
A: RTI’s purpose is to safeguard Resource Therapy, support structured training and accreditation, promote research, and connect therapists through a global community.
Q: Why does RTI matter for therapists?
A: RTI ensures quality and credibility by providing ethical guidelines, recognised accreditation, ongoing CPD, and international networking opportunities.
Q: Who governs RTI?
A: RTI is led by the International Executive Committee, supported by trainers and members worldwide, with a focus on transparent, ethical governance.
Q: How can I connect with RTI?
A: For membership, training, or accreditation enquiries, contact us at: ✉️ admin@resourcetherapy.com
Want to learn more?
What Is Resource Therapy?
Resource Therapy is a strengths-based, brief psychodynamic trauma-informed, parts therapy developed by Professor Gordon Emmerson, PhD. It is a distinct clinical model that helps therapists work directly with the Resource States – the inner parts of the self that hold emotional pain, protection, and resilience. RT is action-oriented, client-centred, and designed for lasting change through 15 targeted treatment actions.
Who Are We?
Resource Therapy International (RTI) is the official peak global organisation overseeing standards, training, and certification in Resource Therapy. Founded by Professor Gordon Emmerson, PhD.
RTI is led by an experienced Executive Committee:
- Philipa Thornton, President (Based in Australia)
- Karlheinze Erber Vice President & Executive Director of Europe (Based in Germany)
- Chris Paulin, Treasurer Based in Sydney, Australia)
- Wendy Brewer, Secretary (Based in Melbourne, Australia)
- Christiane Essing, Executive Director of Training & Executive Director for Germany (Based in Germany)
- Could this be you? -, Executive Director of Information & Technology
- Algushkha Nalendra, Executive Director for Indonesia (Based in Indonesia)
- Donna Meyer, Executive Director for Australia (Based in South Australia )
- David Galloway, Executive Director for North America (Based in Canada)
Why Train in Resource Therapy?
- Clear clinical structure and mapped interventions
- Direct access to the Resource state/parts work, which is wanting change
- 15 treatment actions aligned with DSM-5 and ICD-11
- Evidence-informed, trauma-focused, and strengths-based
- Ideal for working with trauma, betrayal, anxiety, identity issues, dissociation, and more
- Supportive, international therapist community
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Join Our Global Community
From Bali to Berlin, Canada, the America;s, Sydney to San Diego, RTI supports clinicians worldwide through:
- World Conferences
- Advanced Clinical Workshops
- Certified RT Trainings
- Live Supervision & Peer CPD Events
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Learn More
- What Makes Resource Therapy Different
- About Professor Gordon Emmerson, PhD
- Find a Certified Trainer or Therapist
- Become a Member
- Conference & Event Calendar
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