Courses: what to expect

A set of sessions over several weeks, online or in person, where each session builds on the one before.

What to expect

Courses often include practice between sessions, such as meditation or journaling. Check the number of sessions, dates, time zone and what happens if you miss one before you book.

What the research says

Spiritual guidance has not been studied as a way to help health needs: see 1:1 spiritual guidance: what the research says. Some practices offered in this format, such as mindfulness or yoga, have their own research pages.

Sessions on Sissoo complement medical care and never replace it. Please don’t stop or change any treatment without talking to your doctor.

Checked 22 October 2026. Next check by April 2027. How we rate the evidence.