Psychic medium, healer, and animal communicator Anita Denise has walked a path guided by Spirit since early childhood. In today’s interview for Mystic Mag, she shares how her earliest encounters with the unseen shaped her soul’s purpose, the turning points that led her to a life of healing, and the powerful ways she weaves her gifts to bring comfort, clarity, and connection to people and animals alike.
How did your early experiences with spirit in childhood influence your path toward becoming a professional psychic medium and healer?
From a very young age, I could sense energies and spirits around me, even though I didn’t fully understand what was happening. I often felt deeply connected to animals and the natural world, and I would “know” things before they happened or feel others’ emotions as if they were my own.
One of my earliest memories is from when I was around four years old. I saw a little girl, about my age, standing in our family home. She appeared as clearly as any other person—but something about her felt different. Her clothing was old-fashioned, unfamiliar. I later learned that her attire matched the Victorian era—and we happened to live in a very old building. At the time, I didn’t realize it, but that was likely my first clear experience with spirit.
Those early moments, while confusing, laid the foundation for my spiritual journey. Looking back, I see that Spirit was always guiding me. It just took time, trust, and courage to fully step into my gifts and embrace them as part of my soul’s purpose.
Was there a specific turning point that shifted you from receiving healing to offering it—leading you to dedicate your life to mediumship and energy work?
There were two pivotal moments that shaped my journey. The first was when my dad died suddenly when I was just 12 years old. That loss left me with so many questions about life after death and the deeper meaning of our time here. I became deeply curious about what happens when we pass, and it stirred something within me. My grandmother, who could see how much I was struggling, took me to the local spiritual centre. That was the beginning of my connection to Spirit becoming something more conscious and comforting.
Years later, I was diagnosed with cancer, and that marked the start of my personal healing journey. The energy healing I received during that time supported me on every level – physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It brought me such peace and strength. Because it helped me so much, I felt a powerful calling to help others on their own healing path. That was the real turning point: moving from seeking healing to becoming a vessel for it and that intention still guides everything I do—with empathy, integrity, and love.
How do you weave together your gifts as a healer, animal communicator, and psychic medium during one-to-one sessions or public demonstrations?
Each session is intuitively led and guided by Spirit, always tailored to the unique needs of the person—or animal—I’m working with. What might begin as a psychic reading can naturally evolve into mediumship, energy healing, or even communication with an animal who steps forward with a message or something that needs attention.
My work is fluid and heart led. I allow the energy to guide me, trusting that whatever is needed in that moment will unfold. In public demonstrations, I often bring through loved ones in Spirit alongside uplifting messages of support. And when the time is right, animals also make their presence known, offering their own love, guidance, or healing.
Everything I do—whether with people or animals—is rooted in compassion, trust, and a deep respect for the unseen. I believe every message shared should bring healing and upliftment, leaving the recipient feeling seen, supported, and empowered. My role is simply to be a clear channel for Spirit and to serve from a place of love and integrity.
What impact did your formal training—especially at Arthur Findlay College and with mentors like Tony Stockwell—have on your spiritual development and confidence?
Training at Arthur Findlay College was a pivotal part of my spiritual and professional development. It gave me a solid foundation, deepened my understanding of the mechanics of mediumship, and helped me grow in confidence. I gained my PAS (Platform Accreditation Scheme) in demonstrating mediumship and public speaking, which was a significant milestone. I’m also an approved healer with the SNU (Spiritualists’ National Union), which reflects my commitment to integrity and healing in all aspects of my work.
Working with Tony Stockwell has been especially impactful. He’s a wonderful mentor who nurtures each of his students with genuine care, no matter where you are on your journey. What makes Tony so special is that he shares his vast knowledge, experience, and love of Spirit so generously—without ego, and always with authenticity. His guidance helped me embrace my own voice and path, and to step into this work with trust, purpose, and heart.
Can you share a memorable moment that illustrates the healing power of your work—whether with a person or an animal
All my work is centred around healing—whether it’s delivering a message from Spirit, offering intuitive guidance, energy healing, or communicating with animals. Every session is about bringing comfort, clarity, and connection.
There are many experiences that have touched me deeply, but one that stands out happened during a public demonstration of mediumship. A young woman came through whose life had been tragically taken by a stranger. I didn’t know it at the time, but her mother was in the audience with a friend. As the young woman’s spirit stepped forward, she shared very specific details—things that only her mum would have known. One of those was about her missing bag, which had been a significant part of the family’s search for answers.
The message brought a mix of tears and comfort. It was an incredibly emotional moment, but most of all, it brought her mother a sense of peace, knowing that her daughter was still very much present and aware. That moment reminded me of how even the most unimaginable grief can be met with healing when Spirit is given space to speak.
