UNLOCK YOUR TRUE SELF WITH SIT SHADOW WORK™
Harness the power of shadow exploration with SIT tools to go deeper into the unconscious than regular Story Image Therapy. SIT Shadow Work™ employs symbolism and metaphor to guide you toward lasting transformation.
What is SIT Shadow Work™?
Since its development, Dr Toula Gordillo’s SIT Shadow Work™ method has been recognized as an innovative way to explore and heal deep-seated emotional wounds. Through carefully crafted narratives, such as Dr Toula’s mythic fantasy book and audiobook, Shadows of Sylvaheim, SIT Shadow Work™ allows individuals to integrate their shadow selves, especially those occurring during their teen years that still impact them as an adult.
SIT Shadow Work™ utilizes evidence-based techniques such as:
- Identifying hidden emotional patterns
- Processing suppressed fears and traumas
- Enhancing self-awareness for meaningful transformation
- Using storytelling and imagery for subconscious healing


- Engaging and Creative
SIT® uses symbolic stories and images to make shadow work more enjoyable and accessible—perfect for people who don’t resonate with purely analytical approaches. Faster, Deeper Access
Stories and images speak directly to the unconscious, helping clients uncover hidden patterns and emotions more quickly than regular talk therapy.Safe Exploration Through Metaphor
Using characters and symbols provides emotional distance, allowing clients to explore tough issues without feeling exposed or overwhelmed.Playful but Powerful
SIT® adds humour, imagination, and creativity to the healing process, making shadow work less intimidating—while still delivering profound results.Integrates Ancient Wisdom and Modern Psychology
Drawing from myths, fairy tales, and Jungian theory, SIT® helps clients connect personal struggles with timeless human experiences.Long-Lasting Change
Because it works with both conscious and unconscious material, the insights from SIT® tend to stick—creating real, lasting transformation.
Why Choose SIT Shadow Work?
SIT Shadow Work empowers you to break free from emotional blocks and step into your true self.
Deep Self Awareness
Understand and integrate hidden emotions, breaking free from patterns that limit your growth.
Emotional Healing & Growth
SIT Shadow Work helps you embrace your vulnerabilities and transform them into strength.
Proven Transformation
SIT Shadow Work is a proven method that facilitates lasting change and well-being.

SIT Shadow Work Signs?
Practitioners of SIT Shadow Work often say it helps them:
- Identify and counteract their negative personal traits and those promoted by society
- Be more accepting of themselves and others
- Understand the challenges others face in integrating their shadow selves
- Confront trauma, grief and challenging emotions
- Understand how society, childhood, and other relationships influence their lives and interactions
- Motivate positive acts, such as finding, confronting and embracing their implicit biases that can have significant effects on our daily life.
- Though we usually don’t think about them, or their influences, when you have completed SIT Shadow Work effectively, you will likely unconsciously display the 7 Signs.