About Us
Meet your Meditation Teacher Training Course instructors:
Susie Spinks
Susie is the founder of Sydney Institute of Meditation. In 2019 she worked with the Meditation Association of Australia (MA) to develop the Mindfulness Meditation Plus program to be used as a Meditation Teacher Training Course. Susie has been teaching this program ever since, receiving nothing but 5-star Google Business reviews for Sydney Institute of Meditation.
She is very excited to be bringing the Mindfulness Meditation Plus program to the UK and North America.
Susie started a regular meditation practice in 2011. It led to a transformation in herself, resulting in the realization that the practice of meditation had transformed her life.
Susie no longer held on to emotions or thoughts that would have previously upset her, because she could let them go. As a result, she no longer dwelled on things, constantly thinking about them. She did not lie awake at night bothered by something. Anger was not as intense and much shorter lived. Most importantly, she realised she was happier and more content.
After this self-revelation, Susie then became very interested in finding out how mindfulness and meditation work to bring about this change. She is particularly interested in the science of what is happening in the brain.
Susie was originally an engineer. She then taught Maths in high school, so she is very logical, and consequently can explain concepts clearly.
Louise Everett
Louise began her wellbeing journey after years of desk work left her with hip pain and stress. As a result, she trained as a Pilates teacher. Pilates helped her rebuild strength and balance, and teaching deepened her appreciation for how movement supports physical and mental wellbeing.
As she continued teaching, Louise wanted to understand more about stress, focus, and the mind–body connection. This curiosity led her to explore meditation. Meditation gave Louise practical tools to manage stress, regulate emotions, and feel more connected. Because the benefits were so apparent, she became interested in the science behind why these techniques worked.
Over time, she explored many meditation styles, from traditional seated practice to Yoga Nidra workshops and meditation retreats.
Inspired by the impact of meditation, Louise trained as a meditation teacher.
Her background brings together mind–body awareness, clear communication, and simple, realistic approaches to managing stress. Louise teaches meditation in a relaxed and approachable way. She combines personal experience with the growing research on the benefits of meditation. Today, as an accredited meditation teacher, Louise also trains and mentors new meditation teachers. Her training helps people deepen their understanding of meditation and build the confidence to guide others safely and effectively.
Debbie Wyer
Debbie’s work is based on the belief that body and mind are inseparable. Meaningful change happens when people feel safe, supported, and connected from within.
For many years, she has taught Pilates and other body-based practices. Through this work, she helps people release tension and move with greater ease. As a result, body awareness naturally improves.
Over time, Debbie noticed how much stress her clients were carrying. Importantly, she saw how this stress affected movement, posture, and breathing. At the same time, she began practising meditation herself. Initially, this helped her feel more balanced and sleep better. It also supported her during a busy working life.
Through regular practice, Debbie experienced how meditation calms the nervous system. Consequently, the mind becomes quieter and rest feels more accessible. These personal benefits, combined with her client observations, shaped her approach. Therefore, she began integrating awareness, breath, and stillness into movement-based work.
With a background in Pilates, biomechanics, and fascia-focused practices, Debbie offers a grounded approach to meditation. In doing so, she connects science with lived experience. She helps people understand how meditation works. More importantly, she explains why it supports resilience, sleep, and wellbeing. Finally, Debbie teaches meditation in a warm, practical, and supportive way. As a training instructor, she helps others build confidence and guide meditation safely.