Elsa Stevenson, PhD

Elsa Stevenson, PhD

Peer support

I have always been deeply interested in the evolution of consciousness,
particularly how human beings can unlock their full potential and co-create a
world founded on love and freedom. This passion has guided my personal and
professional life since the beginning.
Growing up in a rigorously atheistic and scientifically grounded environment,
while possessing innate extrasensory perception, created a fertile tension within
me. This tension became the foundation of my lifelong exploration into
spirituality—a path marked by depth, discipline, and an enduring sense of
wonder.
This duality between science and spirituality has shaped my life journey. Initially,
I pursued these interests along parallel tracks. On the conventional academic
side, I earned a degree in Social Anthropology, followed by a Master’s degree
focusing on the cultivation of Qi (?). My academic work then evolved toward
environmental sustainability, where I completed a PhD and received two longterm
grants for postdoctoral research in nature conservation and
transdisciplinary studies.
Simultaneously, from a young age, I began an in-depth exploration of esoteric
literature. In my early teens, I delved deeply into sacred texts and spiritual
teachings, gradually complementing my studies with long meditation retreats
and the practice of spiritual technologies. This path has been my true passion.
After more than 30 years in academia, I eventually decided to step away, feeling
increasingly out of alignment with the hyper-quantified, market-driven
approaches that have come to dominate the academic world. The diminishingfocus on good pedagogy and the deeper purpose of education was also
concerning to me. This prompted me to dedicate myself fully to spiritual work.
For the past 13 years, I have been a practitioner of Inner Space Techniques (IST),
a therapeutic modality that integrates metaphysical insight with healing
processes. My work as an IST practitioner has involved helping individuals
navigate personal and spiritual transformation through the integration of body,
soul, and spirit. I’ve also organised and taught residential courses across Europe,
focusing on meditation and sacred technologies, while also offering guidance on
the complex and often misunderstood process of death and dying, including
supporting individuals transitioning in the afterlife.
Much of my work has attracted clients and students who are deeply committed
to their own spiritual development, and I take great joy in helping them harness
their potential and navigate the complexities of their inner worlds. Drawing on
my own experiences, I provide therapeutic support from a place of personal
knowledge, particularly for those going through psychospiritual crises. Having
faced my own spiritual emergencies, I understand how perseverance and
devotion can turn these challenges into opportunities for deeper selfunderstanding
and growth.
My expertise lies in guiding individuals through the challenges that can emerge
during spiritual practices, particularly in the area of meditation. I also offer
clearing therapy to address detrimental energetic influences. Just as there are
physical parasites, non-physical parasites can seriously affect one’s wellbeing. I
use specific techniques to identify and clear these parasitic energies, restoring
balance and vitality to the individual.
I have experience in supporting those who have had problematic experiences
with psychoactive substances. In these cases, my role is to help clients cultivate
self-centering, integrate their experiences, and clear any detrimental energies
that may be affecting them. Additionally, I am well-versed in Near-Death
Experiences (NDEs).
Overall, I support individuals in integrating their extrasensory perceptions and
heightened sensitivities, while empowering them to “see and know for
themselves”. My approach emphasises self-sovereignty, helping clients take full
ownership of their own processes of awakening.
In addition to my work as a spiritual emergence coach, I am also a writer of
visionary and metaphysical fiction. This form of writing allows me to explore and
articulate deeper truths, combining art, science, and spirituality to express the
inexpressible. Through storytelling, I aim to inspire, provoke reflection, and offer
a window into the possibilities of transcendence and transformation.
I currently live in a transhumant lifestyle, moving between Britain, Spain, and
Portugal. As a practical idealist with a deep commitment to integrative planetary
health, I am passionate about making meaningful change for both my clients and
the planet. Through my work, I strive to be of service to the evolution of
consciousness, believing firmly that our personal transformation can contribute
to an emergent new world of possibilities.