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Shirley Smith - M.A.C.A (Clinical)
Founder and Program Director of The Radiant Group
 Shirley is a psychotherapist, a highly recognised presenter and the author of the best selling book Set Yourself Free and now Behind Closed Doors - the truth about intimate relationships and how to create them. With degrees in philosophy; divinity; a background in psychology and behavioural science, Shirley draws on 25 years experience in human functioning to help people identify and change behaviour patterns which block success and disrupt relationships. A firm believer in getting the most out of life, Shirley coaches people to design life strategies that enrich relationships, ensure success and let them enjoy their lives. Her style is ‘down to earth’ and ‘tell-it-like-it-is’.
Originally from the USA, Shirley was brought to Australia 20 years ago to train psychologists, doctors, counsellors and health professionals in the treatment of co-dependency, addictive behaviour and family of origin issues. Not only is Shirley recognised as one of Australia’s leading specialists in this field, she is also a Certified Trainer and Facilitator in the educational applications of Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Generative Learning. In addition, Shirley is a certified hypnotherapist and an accredited Myers Briggs practitioner.
Shirley’s work has been featured in nearly every mainstream Australian publication. As New Woman magazine’s choice of Executive Coach, Shirley wrote a monthly column for their readers and has appeared on a number of television shows, as well as being featured on talkback radio programs Australia-wide.
After moving to Australia in 1989, Shirley became an Australian citizen in 1994, making her home in Sydney’s north shore.
Click here for an in depth interview with Shirley Smith. Find out what brought her to Australia to write her bestseller Set Yourself Free – the book that revolutionised the approach to healing from addictions in Australia.
 Shirley Smith is a Clinical Member of the
Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
For further information; to book an executive coaching session; enroll in one of The Radiant Group’s Programs, Events or Seminars; or to contact Shirley Smith send an e-mail to: info@theradiantgroup.com.au or 02 9953 7000. |
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Adriana Villar - B.A Grad Dip Coun.Psychthpy
Facilitator, Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Specialises in: Psychotherapy, Parenting Skills, Family of Origin - grief and healing work, Group facilitator, Addiction, Co-Dependency and Relationships issues, Spirituality, Career and Life Transition.
Adriana Villar has completed a Graduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy at the Jansen Newman Institute, Sydney. She also has a background in science, philosophy, psychology, and languages (part BSc Sydney Uni, and BA NSW Uni). Adriana has worked in the finance & insurance industry before applying her passion and skill to her current role as Facilitator and Counsellor with The Radiant Group.
Adriana has trained as a facilitator and worked with Shirley Smith for over 3 years. In addition, Adriana has training in hypnotherapy, family systems therapy, coaching, communication skills, group therapy, couples therapy, NLP, and Train-the-Trainer.
Adriana says: I have personally participated in everything I now teach. I’m inspired by people who stand up and ask for help. I’m passionate about achieving healthy & rewarding relationships. Whether that would be with a partner, colleagues, friends, or family. I’m also excited about helping people develop healthy parenting skills. And I enjoy coaching how to express one’s true self. As a mother with a recent career & life change, I feel strongly about supporting people discover their vision, needs & wants. And then helping to create the present and the future, they want to live. I have a wholistic yet practical approach; my approach is to integrate the intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual.”
To book: Call 02 9953 7000 or Email (confidential enquiry): info@theradiantgroup.com.au |
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Maite Butron CAPA, Clinical Member
Diploma in Holistic Counselling and Life Care. Certificate in Transformational Life Coaching
Specialises in: Counselling, Meditation, Somatic Emotional Release Work, Sandplay Therapy, Group Facilitation and Family of Origin work.
Maite has trained as a Facilitator with Shirley Smith, completing an internship with the Radiant Group integrating her extensive experience as a wholistic counseller.
Her life experience has led her to studies in Indigenous Women’s Ceremonies and is involved in ongoing training in Shamanic Healing and Soul Retrieval work.
Although her training as a therapist began with a more alternative approach, Maite truly believes that the approach offered at The Radiant Group provides a necessary, strong foundation that is vital to any lasting healing and spiritual work.
Maite states "Transformation begins with a felt experience. When our reality is grounded in our physical bodies, our perceptions become tangible. As we experience change in the way we feel, our reality is transformed".
Appointments available:
Counselling session (1 hour)
One-One meditation practice (1 hour)
Somatic Emotional Release work (1.5 hours)
Sandplay therapy session (1 hour)
To book: Call 02 9953 7000 or Email (confidential enquiry): info@theradiantgroup.com.au |
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Audrey McGuiness
Facilitator, Counsellor and Executive Coach
B.A. (Political Science and Asian Studies) University of Rochester, NY. Cert IV in Financial Services.
Full and Founding Member, International Coach Federation of Australasia, CoachU Graduate 1998.
Specialises in: Relationship Skills, Communication skills, Financial Fitness, Career and Life Transitions.
Originally from the USA, Audrey has been living and working in Australia since 1985. She worked in the USA and Australia in the investment banking industry for 10 years. Following her career in finance Audrey retrained as a counsellor and executive coach and has over 10 years experience in these areas.
Audrey’s areas of expertise include “financial fitness”, systems development and relationship management. Audrey’s passion is supporting individuals to be more honest with themselves and those around them, with a view to strengthening one’s self-esteem and improving the overall quality of life and relationships.
To book: Call 02 9953 7000 or Email (confidential enquiry): info@theradiantgroup.com.au |
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David Kalmar - BSc, Post Grad Dip (Psych)
Psychologist
Specialises in: Addiction, Co-Dependency, Drug and Alcohol and working with Youth.
David Kalmar graduated at Sydney University with a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology. He then went on to complete the Post Graduate Certificate in Psychological Practice at the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP) to become a Registered Psychologist with the NSW Psychologist’s Registration Board in 2000.
With 15 years professional experience in a number of different treatment settings ranging from hospitals to rehabilitation centres, David brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to the Radiant Group. David has specialised in the treatment of drug & alcohol addiction and also working with youth. David has been trained in the modalities of the Radiant Group.
‘Recovery’ is not an absolute term in Addiction, and is often a journey of discovery. In David’s wholistic approach as a therapist his intention is to gently guide and support the client to uncover the accumulated layers of unhealthy behaviours, beliefs and defences that have been built up over time, which were once there to protect, yet no longer serve healthy relationships or self love. In promoting understanding and addressing the deeper underlying wounded feelings and issues, healing and growth begins. It is with this foundation of healing that life’s true vision can be created.
David is a keen adventurer; enjoying the occasional expedition in the mountains, seeing new places, or even just discovering the stillness of the mind through meditation. David enjoys sharing a good meal with his wife or close friends.
To book: Call 02 9953 7000 or Email (confidential enquiry): info@theradiantgroup.com.au |
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Christopher Blogg
Bachelor of Economics, Diploma of Counseling, completing Graduate Diploma of Counseling.
Specialises in: Addiction, Relationship Counselling, Co-dependency, Family of Origin issues.
Chris has over 8 years experience working with Family of Origin Issues and Co-Dependency in Relationships. He provides counselling and support for people seeking change through individual counselling and group therapy at The Radiant Group.
The benefits people can expect to experience are relief from the loneliness and isolation of being in an addictive relationship. Overall they increase their skills to help manage and grown into healthier and more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.
Chris says, "What I love about this work is the growth I see people experience and the freedom people get in there lives to be and live the life they want for themselves and with others".
To book: Call 02 9953 7000 or Email (confidential enquiry): info@theradiantgroup.com.au |
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The Radiant Group
 The Radiant Group Pty Ltd, publishers of Shirley Smith's best selling title Set Yourself Free, is an organisation that promotes, publishes and provides resources which support people to shine: personally; in relationships; in business and in their careers.
Our Resources
include books, seminars, events, teleclasses, training programs, networks, videos, audios, newsletters and articles.
Our Commitment
is to assist you in discovering and expressing your true self in ways that furnish more happiness; cooperation; love; satisfaction and success in your life.
Our Passion
is to support you to enliven your spirit; enrich your relationships; expand your mind and enjoy your life.
If You:
- feel restless
- are in transition
- want to be free from something in your past
- want to be supported to be all that you can be
- are stuck, feeling dissatisfied, or that something is missing and want to move forward
- need to communicate more effectively
- want to break free from limiting fears, beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours
- know you need to make changes that create a more fulfiling life
Then, please contact us. |
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Our Centre for Healing and Counselling
 Our center is located in the heart of Neutral Bay. With it’s discreet outlook, our centre provides a nurturing space to see clients individually and conduct our programs. Parking is available at nearby Coles’ or Woolworths car parks, or meter parking on surrounding streets. For free parking it is necessary to park on residential streets a few blocks to the north of our centre.
We are easily accessed by public transport. Express buses run regularly from Wynyard to Neutral Bay Junction (Bus No’s 243, 244, 245, 246,247). There are also direct buses from North Sydney, Chatswood, Manly and the Northern Beaches.
 Our fully airconditioned seminar space provides room for up to 24 people comfortably. Lectures and group therapy are conducted in these spaces. The room divides into 2 rooms via a fully soundproofed operable wall. This provides extra space to divide a large group into smaller group sizes.
 Our Reception and Reading Room. Our lovely reception room provides a quiet space to relax and read material from our lending library. Packed with resources and a collection of books on recovery, self-help, health management, wellbeing and spiritual practice we invite clients to sit and make use of these resources.
 The Terrace: During our 2 week intensives or 3 day programs it’s nice to know you can relax outside in the privacy of our own shaded and leafy green terrace. On short breaks or during lunchtime, it’s the perfect to get some fresh air, catch some sun and enjoy your lunchbreak. A retreat from the bustle of busy Neutral Bay.
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