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Meditation & Mindfulness.

Want to learn how to meditate or be more mindful? Finding it hard to meditate or build a consistent practice? Looking for a workplace wellbeing session or program?

Welcome, you’ve come to the right place.

Get in touch to discuss your needs

Meditation and mindfulness support is available.

Meditation and mindfulness are powerful, evidence-based practices that offer profound benefits for your overall health and wellbeing.

I offer 1:1 private coaching as well as workplace and group sessions to help you develop or deepen your meditation practice and live more mindfully — all levels and experience are welcome.

My approach is practical, accessible, and easy to integrate into everyday life.

Drawing on a wide range of cognitive (mind-based) and somatic (body-based) techniques, I support you to use meditation as a tool to find calm and cultivate a greater sense of inner safety.

I am a fully qualified teacher, registered with the Australian Meditation Association.

I run free meditation and mindfulness sessions at Chronic Pain Australia and Look Good Feel Better (as part of the Cancer Patients Foundation, Feel Better Fridays Program.

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Get in touch to discuss your needs
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What support is available?

  • I offer tailored one-on-one sessions to support you to develop or build a meditation practice and live more mindfully.

    My approach is practical and personalised to your needs.

    We keep it simple and sustainable — no complicated routines (no lotus position!), just effective tools to help you cultivate your practice, increase a sense of inner safety and lean towards more peace in daily living.

  • I offer workplace sessions tailored to the needs of your organisation - from one-off sessions (e.g. on professional development days) to ongoing weekly programs.

    I introduce meditation and mindfulness practices in ways that can be easily integrated into a busy workday - creating a little oasis of calm, to re-boot and carry on feeling more grounded.

    Each session is formulated to share practical tools to access calm, and support wellbeing.

  • I offer group sessions for people to explore meditation and mindfulness together.

    Whether you’re gathering with friends, family, or community members, these sessions are an opportunity to reduce stress, build presence, and cultivate a sense of inner safety - together.

    Sessions are tailored to your group’s needs, and I also offer open sessions which are advertised on this page from time to time.

Get in touch to discuss your needs
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My approach is simple, practical and accessible

Inner Safeguarding provides easy tools to help you come back to calm, feel more grounded and live more mindfully

“Sophie has been a valued volunteer with Look Good Feel Better since 2021. Sophie leads monthly meditation sessions for our participants, bringing a calming, compassionate presence to our program.

As a meditation coach, Sophie is truly exceptional. Her sessions are thoughtful, accessible, and deeply grounding—helping our participants find a moment of peace and reflection during what is often a very challenging time in their lives. Her ability to connect with individuals and create a safe, supportive environment is a rare and special skill.

Sophie’s commitment to our wellness program for cancer patients, combined with her warmth and professionalism, make her an outstanding contributor to our community. I highly recommend her services where empathy, mindfulness, and a dedication to well-being are valued..”

— Cindy Cunningham, Head of Programs, Cancer Patients Foundation

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    Find calm

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    Reduce stress and pain

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    Increase coping

“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”

— Herman Hesse.

FAQs

  • Simply complete and submit the ‘Enquire | Book.’

    I will respond as soon as possible (within 24 hours) to discuss your needs and provide a tailored quote.

  • This depends on whether you prefer to commit to a discounted package of sessions or attend more flexibly.

    We can explore what might work best for you during our 15-minute free discovery call.

    Individual coaching sessions are offered at:

    • $125 for 50 minutes, or

    • $100 for 40 minutes

    I also offer a 6-week package: Meditation Made Simple: Start Your Practice
    We meet once a week for 40 minutes.
    The cost is $480 (a 20% discount).

    This package is ideal for those looking to begin—or embed—a sustainable meditation practice into daily life.

  • No! The good news is that you do not need a Health Care Plan or a referral from a GP to benefit from meditation and mindfulness coaching.

    This means that you can book right away, and there are no caps on the number of sessions you can attend.

  • Simply complete and submit the ‘Enquire | Book.’

    I will respond as soon as possible (within 24 hours). We can either have a brief 15-minute (free) phone call or email exchange to make sure we are a “good fit.”

    After making a booking, I will email you intake forms to complete together with all the meeting information you need.

    NOTE: An online booking system is coming soon!

  • Entirely up to you!

    We can discuss your needs, goals and any financial constraints in the first session and then make a plan that suits you.

    I offer a range of options, from one-off sessions to 6-week packages.

    For more information, please see “How much is 1:1 Meditation and Mindfulness Coaching” above.

  • This will depend on whether you are attending individual or one-off sessions, or the 6-week package.

    One-on-one sessions are an opportunity for you to get personalised support tailored to your needs and goals. A range of mind-body techniques are generally explored. This allows you to explore what works best for you, in a supportive environment.

    You may only want one session, or you may prefer ongoing sessions.

    During the 6-week package Meditation Made Simple: Start Your Practice, we’ll explore a range of topics and practices.

    Each week builds gently on the last, offering a steady and supportive introduction to meditation and mindfulness. You’ll be guided through a variety of techniques, with space to explore what feels most natural and helpful for you.

    Sessions include a short conversation about a key aspect of mindfulness or meditation, gentle somatic or relaxation-based movement, guided meditation practice(s), and time for questions or reflection.

    The aim is to help you build confidence and comfort with meditation, and to find a way of practicing that fits naturally into your life.

  • Yes. Your privacy, and the confidential nature of coaching, is very important and strictly protected by law.

    There are only three (3) situations where it may be necessary and/or appropriate to share certain information with others:

    1. If you consent in writing (e.g. you ask me to refer you to another service or allied health professional)

    2. If I am concerned you may harm yourself or someone else, including a child

    3. If I receive a subpoena issued by a court of law compelling me to provide certain information to a court.

    In each of these situations, I would speak with you first wherever possible.

  • A quiet space, where you can be alone and speak freely without being overheard or interrupted by anyone.

    Good, stable internet connection. (We will also put a back-up plan in case there are any connectivity issues.)

    You may like to have some water, a blanket or pillow nearby for your comfort.

    Otherwise, I will email you a link and login information before each session.

  • Sessions are currently available online, so you can access support from the comfort of your own home.

    For those based in Melbourne’s inner north, in-person appointments may also be available upon request.

  • Life happens! It is understandable that from time to time you may need to either cancel or reschedule your appointment.

    There is no charge for cancelling with more than 24 hours’ notice.

    However, a $50 fee may apply for less than 24 hours’ notice.

    Please email me as soon as possible to cancel or reschedule: hello@innersafeguarding.com.au