Worldwide Transpersonal Degree and Non-Degree Schools and Programs
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TRANSPERSONAL DEGREE GRANTING PROGRAMS
ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
215 67th St.
Virginia Beach VA 23451
US
Program: M.A. in Transpersonal Studies. Tracks include: Applied Spirituality, Consciousness Studies, Transpersonal Visual Arts, and Leadership and Conflict Resolution. Also offers Continuing Education including certificates in Spiritual Guidance Mentorship Training and Integrated Imagery - Hypnotic Regression. Events year-round including an Annual Conference. Atlantic University was founded by Edgar Cayce in 1930, closed during the Great Depression and reopened as a graduate school in 1985. A distance learning graduate school since 1994, Atlantic University's mission is to provide a learning environment that integrates body, mind, and spirit to help individuals achieve higher human potential, transform their lives and be of profound service to others.
Degree: M.A.
Accreditation: Distance Education and Training Council
Contact: Lynne Miceli, Registrar
Email: registrar@atlanticuniv.edu
Phone: 1-800-428-1512
Fax: 1-757-631-8096
www.atlanticuniv.edu
Atlantic University's blog: www.atlanticuniversity.edublogs.org
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BURLINGTON COLLEGE
95 North Ave.
Burlington VT 05401
US
Program: On- or off-campus study leading to a B.A. in Transpersonal Psychology. Program draws upon Western sciences and Eastern wisdom offering courses and workshops in Jungian psychology, mythology, psychosynthesis, comparative religion, body oriented disciplines, counseling theory and practice, and the arts.
Degree: B.A. A.A.
Accreditation: NEASC.
Contact: Admissions
Email: admissions@burlington.edu
Phone: 802-862-9616 or 1-800-862-9616
http://www.burlington.edu/
California Institute for Human Science
701 GardenView Court
Enicintas CA 92024
USA; programs remote
Program: The California Institute for Human Science is a unique, private niche graduate school located in Encinitas, California, with distance learning opportunities. CIHS is dedicated to pursuing higher levels of human consciousness and holistic health and wellness through the academic study of Humanistic and Life Science disciplines. CIHS offers MA’s & PhD’s in Psychology (MFT & PhD licensure track in California), Integral or Energy Psychology, Integral Health, Comparative Religion and Philosophy from an East/West perspective, and Life Physics (subtle energy studies). CIHS houses an active research center and is at the forefront of quantum physics and the healing arts. There are many academic and workshop opportunities for like-minded people open to pursuing academic and/or personal development from a unique mind, body, spirit perspective. We welcome inquiries from consciousness minded individuals; please visit us at www.cihs.edu
Degree: BA completion, MA, PhD
Accreditation: CIHS holds California state approval to operate by the Bureau of Private Post Secondary Education. Our psychology progams are licensure eligible throu
Contact: Dr. Hope Umansky, Dean of Academics, or Dr. Hideki
Email: Hope_Umansky@cihs.edu, Hideki_Baba@cihs.edu
Phone: 760-634-1771
Fax: 760-634-1772
www.cihs.edu
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF INTEGRAL STUDIES
1453 Mission St.
San Francisco CA 94109
US
Program: Grounded in an understanding of the importance of the transpersonal and spiritual dimensions of life, programs recognize the value of experiential, as well as analytic learning. Each program has as a goal the bridging of Eastern and Western traditions of knowledge and inquiry.
Courses of Study: 1) Ph.D. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. 2) M.A. in Drama Therapy. 3) M.A. and Ph.D. in East-West Psychology. 4) M.A. in Integral Counseling Psychology. 5) M.A. in Integral Health Studies. 6) Certificate in Integral Health Studies. 7) M.A. and Certificate in Organizational Development and Transformation. 8) M.A. and Ph.D. in Philosophy and Religion. 9) M.A. in Social and Cultural Anthropology. 10) M.A. in Somatic Psychology. 11) Certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy.
Degree: M.A., Ph.D., Psy.D.
Accreditation: WASC
Contact: Admissions
Email: admissions@ciis.edu
Phone: 1-415-675-5500
http://www.ciis.edu
Internship/Assistantship: Opportunities for teaching assistants. Clinical internships available.
INSTITUTE FOR SELF-TRANSCENDENCE, INC.
1820 Highway 20 Suite 132, #199
Conyers GA 30013
US
Program: Non-traditional on or off campus graduate and postgraduate programs of study includes intensive experiential and academic-based class sessions, one weekend per month, or every third month for non-residential students. A 19-month graduate program, while postgraduate students are provided a more flexible 24-month learning format.
Description: Training model includes Eastern/Western Psychotherapies and the more intuitive and synthesizing therapies. A 300-600 hour Practicum along with active participation in a Student Spiritual Support Group, is required. Strong emphasis is placed on Consciousness development and embodiment of the universal principles covered. All students are required to attend at least one weekend retreat, while postgraduate students individual dissertations during a public Doctoral Symposium. Art Therapy as a minor is also available.
Courses of Study: Spiritual Crisis Intervension; Study of the Soul; The Practice of Jungian Psychology; Archetypal Psychology and Sacred Contracts (Myss); Spirituality and Addicitions; The Conduct of Spiritual Group Counseling; The Human Energy Centers; Spirituality in Relationships (Giffords); Basic Perinatal Matrices (Grof); Shadows of the Sacred (Vaughan); An Understanding of Counseling Modalities (from the Clinical to the Transpersonal Approach); The Practice of Logotherapy; Dreamwork; The Practice of Transpersonal/Spiritual Family Therapy, among other subjects.
Degree: Master of Divinity and Doctorate in Transpersonal/Spiritual Psychology. Minor: Spiritual Art Therapy.
Accreditation: ACI, State & Federal Exempt Status.
Contact: Admissions.
Email: dreunicegifford@bellsouth.net
Phone: 770-992-8325 Fax: 678-342-9520
INSTITUTE OF TRANSPERSONAL PSYCHOLOGY
01069 E. Meadow Circle
Palo Alto CA 94303
US
Program: ITP’s Distance Learning and Campus based Programs offer graduate degrees and certificates that incorporate traditional and non-traditional models of teaching and learning into an integrative curriculum that emphasizes whole-person learning. This curriculum offers balanced study among six primary subject areas: intellectual/theoretical, emotional, physical, spiritual, creative expression, and community.
Degree: On-Campus Programs offer: Ph.D. in Transpersonal Clinical Psychology (meets academic requirements for the California Psychologist license); Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology; M.A. in Counseling Psychology (meets the educational requirements for the MFT), and M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology. The Distance Learning Global Program offers: Ph.D. in Psychology; M.A. in Transpersonal Studies; Master of Transpersonal Psychology; One Year Certificates in: Transpersonal Studies, Spiritual Psychology, Wellness Counseling & Bodymind Consciousness, and Creative Expression. A variety of Single Courses for non-matriculating students are also offered through the Distance Learning Global Program.
Accreditation: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Contact: Admissions
Email: itpinfo@itp.edu
Phone: 650-493-4430, ext. 16
http://www.itp.edu
Public Services: Transpersonal Counseling Center.
Financial Assistance: Federal loans, work study positions and scholarships available to qualified students.
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
P.O. Box 236
Makawao HI 96768
US
Program: Distance Learning: 1) Transpersonal Psychology. The Program integrates the insights and practices of Eastern Spiritual Traditions and Western Psychology, and related disciplines. 2) Counseling Psychology: Designed to provide for professional development in the field. 3) Expressive Arts Therapy: The program involves the systematic use of the expressive arts to promote emotional and psychological development and integration. 4) Health Sciences, in-depth training for future health practitioners and educators. 5) Transformational Education, an interdisciplinary program which offers an innovative approach to examining and researching transformative changes in individuals, groups, businesses, institutions and cultures. The Professional Coaching and Human Development program is particularly oriented to those who would want to coach in the areas of life fitness, spiritual development, relationships, etc.
Degree: M.A. and Ph.D.
Accreditation: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Contact: Irv Katz, Ph.D.
Email: university@iups.edu
Phone: 800-806-0317 and 808-573-7722
Fax: 808-573-7722
www.iups.edu
JOHN F. KENNEDY UNIVERSITY Graduate School for Holistic Studies
12 Altarinda Rd.
Orinda CA 94563
US
Program: Acknowledges the spiritual dimension and supports students as they strive for its fuller integration into all aspects of their personal and professional lives. Designed to provide a balance between academic learning and experiential understanding that honors all dimensions of consciousness and promotes the integration of the body, mind and spirit.
Degree: M.A. in Counseling Psychology with Transpersonal Psychology or Somatic Psychology specialization (meets educational requirements for CMFCC. license); M.A. in Consciousness Studies; M.A. in Holistic Health Education; M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology; M.A. in Transformative Arts; MFA in Studio Arts; M.A. in counseling Psychology with three specializations: Transpersonal Psychology, Somatic Psychology, or Holistic Studies (which blends Transpersonal and Somatic psychologies and is offered at the Campbell, CA All Counseling Psychology programs meet the educational requirements for California’s Marriage and Family Therapist license. Certificate in Dream Studies.
Accreditation: WASC.
Email: proginfo@jfku.edu
Phone: 925-258-7315.
www.jfku.edu
Meridian University
47 Sixth Street
Petaluma CA 94952
US
Program: Meridian University offers Bachelor's Completion and Graduate Degree programs that educate students to engage the professions of Psychology, Business, Education, and the Arts in creative and transformative ways. These degree programs provide a cumulative, emergent, and integrated curriculum, empowering the student’s transformation both personally and professionally.
Email: RobGall@MeridianUniversity.edu
Phone: 707-765-1836
http://www.MeridianUniversity.edu
NAROPA UNIVERSITY
2130 Arapahoe Ave.
Boulder CO 80302
US
Program: The Transpersonal Counseling Psychology Department offers education in transpersonal psychotherapeutic work with individuals and groups and provides training for counselors to work with a broad range of human experiences and populations. In a setting if collaborative inquiry, students engage in a process that emphasizes the development of intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual awareness. The process features mindfulness and awareness practices as a foundation for training students. The department offers a Master of Arts degree in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology with concentrations in Counseling Psychology, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Wilderness Therapy, as well as a low-residency (online) Master of Arts degree program in Transpersonal Psychology. The first four programs prepare students for the Licensed Professional Counselor Examination and qualify them to work in agencies or private practice.
Degree: M.A. Transpersonal Psychology (online) with or without Ecopsychology, M.A. Transpersonal Counseling Psychology with concentrations in Counseling, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Wilderness Therapy.
Accreditation: NCA.
Contact: Admissions
Email: admissions@naropa.edu
Phone: 303-546-3572 or 800-772-6951
Fax: 303-546-3583.
http://www.naropa.edu
Internship/Assistantship: Internships required in all counseling concentrations.
Scholarships: Available through financial aid.
SAN DIEGO UNIVERSITY FOR INTEGRATIVE STUDIES
5703 Oberlin Drive, Ste. 208
San Diego CA 92121
US
Program: M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology; Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology. Specializations in Tibetan Buddhism. Certificate in Tibetan Buddhist Psychology. M.A. and Ph.D. programs are a blend of traditional Western psychology and Tibetan Buddhist psychology and other Transpersonal approaches. Designed for those who wish to assist individuals, families, groups and organizations.
Degree: M.A. Transpersonal Psychology (online) with or without Ecopsychology, M.A. Transpersonal Counseling Psychology with concentrations in Counseling, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Wilderness Therapy.
Accreditation: State approval by B.P.P.V.E. in California.
Contact: Jerry Livesay, Ph.D., Dean of Academic Affairs.
Email: admissions@naropa.edu
Phone: 858-638-1999
Fax: 858-638-1990
www.sduis.edu
Courses of Study: Traditional Western psychology along with Theories of Consciousness, Meditation and Mandalas; Introduction to Tibetan Buddhist psychology; Birth, Death, and intermediate states.
Public services: Counseling services; seminars.
SAYBROOK GRADUATE SCHOOL
450 Pacific Avenue, 3rd Floor
San Francisco CA 94133-4640
US
Program: Saybrook programs challenge mainstream assumptions about the study of human beings and social systems. M.A. and Ph.D degrees in Psychology, Human Science and Organizational Systems. Areas of concentration include: Humanistic & Transpersonal Psychology, Integrative Health Studies, Consciousness and Spirituality, Organizational Systems and Social Transformation. Certificates available in Building a Sustainable World (NEW), Community Health and Development, Creativity Studies, Expressive Arts for Healing and Social Change
(NEW), Leading Organizational Transformation, Organizational Consulting, Peace & Conflict Resolution (International Focus), Socially, Engaged Spirituality, Violence Prevention and Response. Saybrook uses an at-a-distance learning format and intensive semi-annual residential meetings to build a community for adult learners. Faculty internationally renowned.
Accreditation: WASC
Contact: Admissions.
Email: admissions@saybrook.edu
Phone: 415-433-9200
www.saybrook.edu
THE UNION INSTITUTE
440 East McMillan St.
Cincinnati OH 45206
US
Program: The Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Doctoral (research) programs with concentration in Transpersonal Psychology. Individually designed and executed programs/independent study very brief (25 days total) residency requirement.
Degree: Ph.D.
Accreditation: NCA.
Contact: Michael J. Robertson, Associate Registrar
Phone: 513-861-6400 or 800-486-3116
UNIVERSITY OF SANTA MONICA Center For The Study and Practice of Spiritual Psychology
2107 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica CA 90403
US
Program: 1) M.A. in Spiritual Psychology. 2) M.A. in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis in Consciousness, Health, and Healing. 3) M.A. in Counseling Psychology. U.S.M. is dedicated to establishing the principles and practices of Spiritual Psychology worldwide through the process of Soul-centered education. A Certificate of Completion option is available for those not seeking a degree. The M.A. in Counseling Psychology provides the appropriate professional training meeting educational qualifications for licensure as a Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor in California.
Degree: M.A.
Accreditation: Approved by the State of California.
Contact: Norm Frye.
Phone: 310-829-7402
TRANSPERSONAL COURSES WITHIN NON-TRANSPERSONAL DEGREE GRANTING PROGRAMS
CALIFORNIA GRADUATE INSTITUTE
617 W. 7th St
Westwood CA 90017
US
Program: Marriage, Family and Child Therapy.
Contact: Dr. Trudy Moss or Dr. Michael Gerson (Los Angeles)
Email: admissions@thechicagoschool.edu
Phone: 310-208-4240 (Los Angeles) or 714-637-5404 (Orange
http://www.thechicagoschool.edu/Los_AngelesOrange_
Internship/Assistantship: Internships & Assistantships: Available.
California Graduate Institute of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology
COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY School of Education, Counseling Program
P.O. Box 8795
Williamsburg VA 23187-8795
US
Program: Project Taproot in the Counseling Program sponsors a M.A. Program in Agency and Addictions Counseling which features a holistic approach to addictions counseling and substance abuse prevention honoring body, psyche, and spirit. In addition to 45 hours of coursework, students must complete a series of requirements for working on themselves during the program.
Accreditation: SACS. The 45 semester hours may be applied toward the 60-hour academic requirement for Licensed Professional Counselor in Virignia.
Contact: Charles Matthews, Director, Project Taproot.
Email: graded@wm.edu
Phone: 804-221-2340
http://education.wm.edu/academics/space/index.php
Financial Aid: Four Graduate Assistantships are available each year.
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY Psychology Dept.
544 College Hall
Pittsburgh PA 15282
US
Program: The Department offers a Ph.D. in either Clinical or Developmental Psychology. Both concentrations explore and reflect upon the ways in which different images of human being inform the psychologies that are founded upon them.
Accreditation: Regionally Accredited (Middle States).
Contact: Russell Walsh, Ph.D.
Email: psychology@duq.edu
Phone: 412-396-6520
www.duq.edu
FIELDING INSTITUTE
2112 Santa Barbara St.
Santa Barbara CA 93105
US
Program: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology; Ph.D. in Human and Organizational Systems or Human Development; Ed.D.; D.H.S. (Doctor of Human Services); M.A. in Organizational Development, Human Services or Human Development. Fielding offers a national learning network designed to enable mid-career professionals to attain advanced degrees. Student-faculty-peer contact takes place at various events held throughout the year as well as through an electronic computer network.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Sylvia Williams, Dir. of Admissions.
Email: admission@fielding.edu
Phone: 805-687-1099, ext. 116.
GODDARD COLLEGE
Plainfield VT 05667
US
Program: Psychology and Counseling. Individually designed, low-residency, interdisciplinary study in the context of ongoing written dialogue with a faculty advisor and peer group; can include preparation for licensure/certification; emphasizes integration of theory, practice, and personal experience, and an empowering approach to learning and counseling.
Degree: B.A., M.A.
Accreditation: NEASC.
Contact: Ellen Codling (Admissions)
Email: admissions@earth.goddard.edu
Phone: 802-454-8311
HOLY NAMES UNIVERSITY
3500 Mountain Blvd.
Oakland CA 94619
US
Program: M.A. Degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Pastoral Counseling. The program can be completed in 3 or 4 years (6-8 semesters). The classes meet in the evenings. The emphasis is on tradition of pastoral counseling, including spiritual direction and counseling within the perspective of the human spiritual dimension.
Degree: M.A. and MFCC.
Accreditation: W.A.S.C.
Contact: Graduate Admissions
Email: sims@hnu.edu
Phone: 510.436.1000
http://www.hnu.edu
Internship/Assistantship: New Futures Grant- 90% of our student are eligible, which discounts tuition by 30% when student is taking 5 or more units per semester.
Course: An 18-unit Certificate in Pastoral Counseling, which presents skill-based seminars and field site counseling-practicums.
IONA COLLEGE
New Rochelle NY 10801-1890
US
Program: Graduate programs in pastoral counseling or marital/family counseling. Each is a three year 54 credit program. Courses are offered over two semesters and can be taken either evenings, during the week, or an every other Saturday schedule. There is an intensive (five week) summer program comprising the first year courses. It is also possible to take second and third year course work during the summer months in Dublin, Ireland. Both programs involve transpersonal issues in several seminars and didactic courses.
Degree: M.S.
Accreditation: Regional and National.
Contact: Robert A. Burns, Ph.D., Chairperson.
Email: R.Burns@IONA.EDU
Phone: 914-636-2418
Practicum: Two years of direct clinical experience under individual supervision is required for graduation. Many of the field placements involve settings with a transpersonal orientation.
ITHACA COLLEGE
Ithaca NY 14850
US
Program: 1) Religion and Depth Psychology, a study of Freudian, humanistic and transpersonal psychologies with respect to issues in religious studies. 2) Introduction to Mysticism, focuses on mystical process. 3) Women and Religion. 4) Twentieth Century Mysticism. 5) Spirituality, Healing.
Contact: Alice McDowell
Email: jsmith@ithaca.edu
Phone: 607-274-3011
http://www.ithaca.edu/
LESLEY COLLEGE
29 Everett St.
Cambridge MA 02138
US
Program: A program with humanistic roots and emphasis on development of the counselor’s self as instrument, cultural awareness, and social responsibility. Programs prepare students for licensure as Clinical Mental Health Counselors and certification as school guidance or school adjustment counselors. Courses of study is Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with the option of specializing in Holistic Studies, Expressive Therapies, or School and Community. In counseling Psychology, the options are specializing in School Guidance Counseling or Professional Counseling.
Degree: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Counseling Psychology. Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study. Advanced Professional Certificate In Counseling and Psychology.
Accreditation: NEASC, CAMPP.
Contact: Division of Counseling and Psychology Admissions
Email: info@lesley.edu
Phone: 800-999-1959 x8370
http://www.lesley.edu
Internship/Assistantship: Field Internships are available (700 or 1300 hours).
Financial Aid: Financial aid available. 617-349-8710.
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Cumberland Gap Parkway
Harrogate TN 37752
US
Program: B.S. in Psychology. Baccalaureate degree program with humanistic and transpersonal roots. Emphasis on self-understanding, personal growth and practice including a 300-450 hour clinical internship. Prepares students for entry level employment and fro graduate study and research. Course content
includes transpersonal studies, Eastern psychology, meditation, life after death, and health psychology.
Accreditation: SACS.
Contact: V. Quinton Wacks, Jr., Chair, Dept. of Human Devel
Email: Quinton.Wacks@lmunet.edu
Phone: 423-869-6260
http://www.lmunet.edu/Psychology/
MAHARISHI UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT
Fairfield IA 52557
US
Program: 1)Vedic Psychology, Traditional content and methodology of psychology integrated with the theoretical framework of Vedic Science as delineated by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, 2) The Neuroscience of Human Consciousness, Emphasizes psychophysiological research on the evolution of higher states of consciousness.
Degree: B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Accreditation: NCASC.
Contact: Brad Mylett
Email: bmylett@mum.edu
Phone: 515-472-1166
http://www.mum.edu
Internship/Assistantship: Research assistantships available.
MARYLHURST COLLEGE
Maryhurst OR 97036
US
Program: Designed for the returning adult with a strong interest in the helping activities. Program consists of two parts: 1) Human studies colloquia. 2) Specific problem studies.
Degree: B.A.
Accreditation: NASC.
Contact: Douglas Robertson, Ph.D., Director.
Email: admissions@marylhurst.edu
Phone: 503-636-8141
http://www.marylhurst.edu/
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Health and Human Development
Herrick Hall
Bozeman MT 59714
US
Program: Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, School Counseling.
Description: We offer a course “Mind/ Body Medicine and the Art of Self-Care” that is an experiential introduction to mindfulness and a survey of research applying spiritual practice to behavior medicine and psychotherapy. We also offer an upper level undergraduate course in “Health and Healing” which surveys Western and non-Western approaches.
Degree: M.S. and M.Ed.
Accreditation: CACREP.
Contact: Dr. Mark Nelson
Email: markn@montana.edu
Phone: 406-994-3810
Fax: 406-994-2013
www.montana.edu/wwwhhd
Courses: “Mind/ Body Medicine and the Art of Self-Care” and “Health and Healing”.
NEW COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA
777 Valencia St.
San Francisco CA 94110
US
Program: M.A. in Psychology. Programs in Social-Clinical and Feminist-Clinical psychology from a psychosynamic perspective. Combines rigorous clinical training with the serious study of relationships between psychology and wider social, cultural, and political perspectives. The program satisfies requirements for California M.F.C.C. licensure. Half tuition fellowship is available for women of color, and full scholarships available for students who are HIV+.
Degree: M.A.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Admissions office.
Phone: 415-861-4168
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Educational Psychology, EPCSE, NIU
Dekalb IL 60115
US
Program: M.A. and Ed.D. programs in Educational Psychology. These graduate programs are standard educational psychology degrees, but may be done with a transpersonal approach; they are not transpersonal degrees as such.
Degree: M.S.Ed. and Ed.D.
Accreditation: Regional-North Central.
Contact: Thomas B. Roberts. 815-753-8467 Janet Mogg Schreib
Email: troberts@niu.edu
Scholarships: Graduate assistantships, loans and scholarships available every term.
NORTHLAND COLLEGE
1411 Ellis Ave.
Ashland WI 54806
US
Program:
Contact: Michael M. Piechowski.
Email: mpiechowski@wheeler.northland.edu
Phone: 715-682-1303
Course: Transpersonal Psychology, Psychology Dept.
NOVA UNIVERSITY Center for Psychological Studies
3301 College Ave.
Fort Lauderdale FL 33314
US
Program: Graduate Programs in Clinical Psychology. Two doctoral programs: Ph.D. and Psy. D. in Clinical Psychology; M.S. in Mental Health Counseling and in School Counseling and Counseling Psychology.
Degree: Psy.D., Ph.D., and M.S.
Accreditation: APA (for Doctoral Programs).
Contact: Dr. Frank DePiano, Dean
Phone: 305-475-7551
Internship/Assistantship: Teaching and Research Assistantships available.
ONTARIO INSTITUTE FOR STUDIES IN EDUCATION
252 Bloor St. W.
Toronto M5S 1V6
Canada
Program: Holistic Education. A particular emphasis within an interdisciplinary thrust is the connection between ones inner life and the external world. There is an emphasis on guided imagery, creativity, the arts and experience based approaches to language and learning (e.g., whole language).
Degree: M.Ed., M.A., Ed.D, Ph.D.
Accreditation: Fully Accredited, University of Toronto degree.
Contact: Jack Miller
Phone: 416-684-8558 or 416-923-6641, ext. 2769
PACIFICA GRADUATE INSTITUTE
249 Lambert Rd.
Carpinteria CA 93013
US
Program:
Degree: M.A. in Counseling Psychology, M.A. and Ph.D. in Mythological Studies, M.A. and Ph.D in Depth Psychology, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Diane Huerts, Director of Admissions
Phone: 805-969-3626, ext. 128.
http://www.pacifica.edu
Description: All programs have an emphasis in Depth Psychology.
PRESCOTT COLLEGE
220 Grove Ave.
Prescott AZ 86301
US
Program: M.A. Program offers an independent study program in Counseling Psychology. Students may design their curricula in Transpersonal Psychology or other areas.
Degree: M.A. Accreditation: NCA.
Contact: Admissions Office
Phone: 877-350-2100 x2100
RIVIER COLLEGE Behavioral and Sciences Department
420 Main St.
Nashua NH 03060-5086
US
Program:
Accreditation: NEASC.
Contact: Paul F. Cunningham, Ph.D., Instructor.
Email: pcunningham@rivier.edu
Phone: 603-897-8272
Fax: 603-673-6387
Course: PSY220 Transpersonal Psychology
Description: This single undergraduate course provides the student an introduction to the field of transpersonal psychology – what it is, the topics it studies, its historical origins, contemporary perspectives, how transpersonal research is conducted and why the transpersonal vision is important to the future of psychology.
SAINT MARY’S COLLEGE
P.O. Box 4350
Moraga CA 94575
US
Program: Graduate Counseling Program. MA in counseling in MFT (leading to California MFT licensure), School Counseling (California PPS credential), and a general MA Counseling degree (e.g., career counseling or college student services). Central themes of the program include a holistic approach to human care and development, including spiritual and transpersonal dimensions; personal as well as professional growth; and a commitment to social action. Courses are offered primarily in the late afternoons and evenings, and weekends. Full or part-time enrollment.
Degree: M.A.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Colette Fleuridas, Professor and Director..
Phone: 925-631-4489
www.stmarys-ca.edu
SEATTLE UNIVERSITY
Broadway and Madison
Seattle WA 98122
US
Program: M.A. in Existential-Phenomenological Therapeutic Psychology. This interdisciplinary program focuses on the experiential study of psychological events in the context of life. By laying the foundations for a therapeutic attitude, the program prepares one to enter the helping professions, and/or to study further the psychological world.
Degree: M.A.
Contact: Lane Gerber, Ph.D.
Phone: 206-296-5400
SOMATIC INSTITUTE, PITTSBURGH
8600 West Barkhurst Dr.
Pittsburgh PA 15237
US
Program: Intensive two year professional, residential, weekend certification program in coresomatics® is the primary mission of the Institute. Coresomatic® is a psychophysical, educational system, teaching self-orchestration of mood and attitude. The program consists of 520 hours in the somatic process therapies of Feldenkrais and Alexander, the theory and practice of Gestalt Therapy and Depth Psychology and psychoneuroimmunology, neuromuscular reeducation, community intimacy and self-support. Admittance is by onsite personal interview and comprehensive application.
Accreditation: NBCC, PCACB, IACET (pending).
Phone: 412-366-5580
Fax: 412-367-1026
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY Dept. of Psychology
1801 E. Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park CA 94928
US
Program: M.A. in Psychology through special sessions. Study in depth the areas of humanistic-transpersonal psychology in small groups and mentorship. Also B.A. in Psychology as a foundation for graduate study.
Degree: B.A., M.A.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Charles Merrill, Ed.D..
Phone: 707-664-2682
Courses: Course offerings vary from semester to semester.
Scholarships/Assistantships: Some scholarships available; no paid assistantships.
SOPHIA CENTER c/o Holy Names College
3500 Mountain Blvd.
Oakland CA 94619
US
Program: Integrates the new science, the wisdom of women and indigenous peoples, the world’s great classified spiritual traditions, art, and other processes.
Degree: M.A., Fall and Spring Sabbaticals.
Accreditation: WASC.
Contact: Jackie Doumanian or Joanne Springer
Phone: 510-436-1136 or 510-436-1046
Scholarships: Partial grants and work-study available all academic year.
STATE UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA Department of Psychology
1600 Maple Street Melson Hall
Carrollton GA 30118-2130
US
Program: Unique in its commitment to a disciplinary vision that is grounded in the Humanistic critique of traditional psychology and to participation in the larger debates about the nature of the psychological enterprise. At its heart, this program addresses the perennial, classical questions: Who am I? Who are we? Where are we going? What is worth living for? What help have me to offer? First and foremost, our department promotes understanding of oneself and others.
Contact: Morgen East, Office Manager and Graduate Coordinat
Email: meast@westga.edu
Phone: 770-836-6510
Fax: 770-836-4581
www.westga.edu/~psydept/
Internship/Assistantship: Graduate research assistantships. These include greatly reduced tuition and salary of approximately $1500 - $3000. Assistantships are available every quarter.
Courses of Study: Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology with optional emphases in Clinical Licensure (LPC) and Organizational Development.
Accreditation: SACS/ CHTP.
SUNY EMPIRE STATE COLLEGE
617 Main St.
Buffalo NY 14203
US
Program: Undergraduate Psychology/Counseling emphasizing transpersonal approaches. All courses are taught one-on-one and are individually designed for each student. Areas include: Transpersonal Psychology, Shamanic Perspectives on Health, Theories of Mind-Body Therapy and Psychology of Meditation. Undergraduate distance learning available. Currently, delivery of some studies using worldwide web are planned. A residential graduate program for M.A. degree in Liberal Arts is also available for nonclinical, interdisciplinary studies in the field.
Degree: A.A., B.A., M.A.
Accreditation: Fully accredited by MSACS.
Contact: Neva Walden, Ph.D. Phone: 716-853-7706, ext. 340
Email: neva.walden@esc.edu
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY Psychoeducational Processes
Philiadelphia PA 19122
US
Program: Psychoeducational Processes. Areas of interest include: group process, organizational development, life-span development, humanistic education and qualitative research. Program focuses on small group processes for human services work.
Degree: M.Ed., Ed.D., Ph.D.
Contact: Dr. Larry Krafft
Phone: 215-787-8078
Scholarships and Graduate Assistantships: Available, apply in Spring for Fall.
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY Psychology Department
San Marcos TX 78666
US
Program: Course: “Psychology of Consciousness”
Description: One course in “Psychology of Consciousness” that is now taught more from the cognitive science viewpoint but usually also includes altered states of consciousness.
Accreditation: SACS.
Contact: Chair Randall E. Osborne
Email: ReOsborn@txstate.edu
Phone: 512-245-2526
Fax: 512-245-3153
http://www.psych.txstate.edu
Internship/Assistantship: A few TAs for graduate program. Non-paid undergrad practicum and graduate internships available.
THE HUMANIVERSITY
Dr. Wiardi Beckmanlann 4 1931 BW Egmond aan Zee The Netherlands
US
Program: Experiential studies in Humaniversity Psychology, concerned with the growth, development, and fulfillment of the human being: the self-realization of the individual. Humaniversity Psychology draws upon many sources of wisdom, both Eastern and Western. Ultimately, it is the psychology of friendship, which is seen as the highest of all the human arts. A society that consciously encourages the understanding and practice of the art of friendship is a society that has truly evolved into a civilization.
Degree: Bachelor, Masters and Doctorate in Humaniversity Psychology with the following electives: Encounter, Sex Counseling, Community Therapy, Martial Arts, Arts and Creativity, Meditation, Addiction Studies, and Natural Healing Arts.
Contact: Lecture: “Veeresh – Bliss Beyond Fear” by A.D. Car
Phone: 31-72-506-4114
http://www.humaniversity.nl
Lecture: “Veeresh – Bliss Beyond Fear” by A.D. Carrivick
UNION INSTITUTE & UNIVERSITY
Vermont College Campus
Montpelier VT 05602
US
Program: Graduate Program M.A. is an off-campus graduate studies program in which each student works with a core program advisor and local field expert to develop an individually tailored degree plan. Seminars and colloquia held across the U.S.. Weekend College option also available. Other concentrations include clinical psychology, clinical mental health counseling, educational psychology, community counseling, counseling psychology, and industrial and organizational psychology. Undergraduate program B.A. Students come to Vermont College campus for seven days every six months or attend Weekend College five weekends each semester to develop 15-credit semester plans. Transpersonal studies welcome as main focus or as an approach to other fields of study. Holistic Studies concentration offered as well.
Degree: B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Contact: Admissions Department.
Email: vcadmis@tui.edu
Phone: 800-336-6794
Fax: 802-828-8855
www.tui.edu
UNIVERSITY FOR HUMANISTIC STUDIES
380 Stevens Ave., Ste. 210
Solano Beach CA 92075
US
Program: Ph.D. in Psychology, emphasis in Integral Studies: An interdisciplinary doctoral degree drawing from areas as diverse as Art Therapy, Sports Psychology, Depth Psychology, Leadership Development, Counseling Psychology. Certificate program in Tibetan Buddhist Studies, pending approval from the CFPPE. This unique module of courses has been blessed by distinguished Tibetan scholars, such as Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Geshe Lobsang Tsephel and has been highly endorsed by Men Tsee Khang, the Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama.
Degree: B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Accreditation: CPPVE.
Contact: Director of Admissions
Phone: 619-259-9733
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE
Psychiatry Department University of California Medical School
Irvine CA 92717
US
Program: A four-year full-time residency training for medical school graduates only who wish to specialize in psychiatry. The program is strongly eclectic, covering all major traditional areas of psychiatry, pharmacology, psychoanalysis and other traditional psychotherapies. This is the only
transpersonal program in any medical school in the country and perhaps the only one in a
research university.
Degree: Psychiatry residency certification.
Accreditation: Department is part of the fully accredited University of California, Irvine Medical School.
Contact: Residency training office
Phone: 714-456-5770
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
Langley Porter Institute, University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco CA 94143-0984
US
Program:
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, CLEAR LAKE
2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston TX 77059
US
Program: Multi-cultural Studies. The program focuses on how individuals and groups can learn to function effectively in culturally diverse societies.
Courses: PSYC 4835 - Human Consciousness, PSYC 5833 - Non Traditional Therapies, PSYC 6237 – Culture and Consciousness, PSYC 5435 - Visionary Futures.
Accreditation: SACS.
Contact: Dr. Tulsi Saral, Program Coordinator Human Science
Phone: 713-283-3311
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT SPRINGFIELD
Shepherd Rd.
Springfield IL 62708
US
Program: Upper Division Psychology Program. Courses on Consciousness, Eastern Psychologies, Transpersonal Psychology, Hypnosis, and Wellness.
Degree: B.A.
Accreditation: NCA.
Contact: Ronald A. Havens
Phone: 217-786-7270
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DULUTH Department of Psychology
1207 Ordean Court
Duluth MN 55812
US
Program: Traditional undergraduate psychology program (Bachelor of Applied Science) with elective coursework in Transpersonal Psychology.
Description: The department provides a comprehensive study of the field of psychology to include courses directed at the student’s personal spiritual development. Components of these courses include the practices of yoga and meditation.
Courses of Study: Transpersonal Psychology, Dreamwork, Psychological Transformation and the Spiritual Journey, Mind and Body, Personal Development, Jungian Psychology, Psychology of Religion, Transpersonal Development, Women and Spirituality.
Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science
Accreditation: NCATE
Contact: Bud A. McClure PhD or Joie Acheson
Email: BmcClure@d.umn.edu
Phone: (218) 726-8196
Fax: 218-726-7189
www.d.umn.edu/psy
Internship/Assistantship: Community agencies and schools throughout the greater Duluth area.
Public Services: Honor’s Program that provides Eva Bustiers Services.
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA, LINCOLN
Dept. of Psychology, 209 Burnett Hall
Lincoln NE 68588
US
Program: Ph.D. in Personality Psychology. Individually tailored Ph.D. program with concentration in transpersonal possible if the student is willing to combine it with traditional empirical approaches to psychology. Courses: 1) Proseminar in Personality. Covers biological, social, psychological and spiritual levels. Begins with Freud, ends with Wilber. 2) Course in Transpersonal Psychology. 3) Advanced seminar in Transpersonal Psychology, with emphasis upon Christian Mysticism, Eastern Meditation, and A Course in Miracles.
Degree: Ph.D.
Accreditation: NCASC.
Contact: Monte M. Page
Phone: 402-472-3288
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA, OMAHA
60th & Dodge Sts.
Omaha NE 68182
US
Program: Traditional psychology programs with opportunity for elected coursework in transpersonal courses and independent study. Courses: 1) Eastern Psychology. 2) Personality. 3) Limits of Consciousness. 4) Jungian Psychology. 5) Personality and Adjustment.
Degree: B.A., B.S., M.A., Ph.D.
Accreditation: NCASC
Contact: Gordon Becker
Phone: 402-554-2592
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA, ASHEVILLE
One University Heights
Asheville, NC 28804-3299
US
Program: Courses: Psychology of Consciousness, Department of Psychology; Master of Liberal Arts Program.
Contact: Allan Combs, Ph.D.
Phone: 704-251-6830
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS Department of Counseling, Development and Higher Education
P.O. Box 310829
Denton TX 76203-0829
US
Program: Degrees of Master of Education, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy. Non-degree Graduate Academic Certificate (post-master’s)
Description: Three courses, Transpersonal Perspective in Counseling, Dreamwork in Counseling, and Special Problem. Transpersonal Topics are electives in the following tracks of study: M.Ed or M.S. in community, college/university, or secondary school counseling; Ph.D. in counseling (preparation to become a counselor educator, supervisor or advanced practitioner); Graduate Academic Certificate in Adult Counseling or Community Counseling.
Accreditation: The Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) has conferred accreditation on the M.Ed., M.S. and Ph.D. tracks of study.
Contact: Janice Holden, Ed.D
Email: holden@unt.edu
Phone: 940-565-2919
Fax: 940-565-2905
www.coe.unt.edu/CDHE/CNSLORED.htm
Internship/Assistantship: A limited number of scholarships and fellowships are available. Most Ph.D. students have the opportunity to work as Teaching Assistants and/or Research Assistants.
Public Service: Training clinics provide low-cost counseling services to the public.
UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO
Psychology Dept. Private Bag 92006 Hamilton, New Zealand
US
Program:
Contact: R. Auckett
Courses: 1) Transpersonal Psychology (Master’s level). 2) Human Potential and Development. 3) Transpersonal Psychology: The interface of psychology and spirituality. 4) Human Potential and Development. 5) Interpersonal Relations (all Bachelors level).
Degrees: B.Soc.Sc., M.Soc.Sc.
Affiliation: New Zealand University
UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA
Department of Psychology
Pensacola FL 32514-5751
US
Program: Undergraduate program offers a broad base in psychology necessary for anyone interested in Transpersonal Psychology. Graduate students may further pursue Transpersonal interests through directed studies and thesis or internship.
Courses: Transpersonal Psychology, Buddhist Psychology, Meditation and Conjunctive Psychology.
Degree: B.A., M.A.
Contact: William Mikulas
Phone: 904-474-2971
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
Stevens Point
Stevens Point WI 54481
US
Program:
Phone: 715-346-2883
Courses: 1) Consciousness. Includes hemisphere specialization, sleep, dreams, hypnosis, meditation, biofeedback and mystical experiences. 2) Parapsychology. Includes ESP, PK and survival research.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN, MILWAUKEE
P.O. Box 786
Milwaukee WI 53201
US
Program: Course: Social Work 896-791: Alternative Approaches to Understanding Behavior.
Instructor: Robert P. Scheurell or Roberta Hanus.
Degree: BSW, MSW.
Contact: Robert P. Scheurell or Roberta Hanus.
Phone: 414-229-5627.
Affiliation: Council on Social Work Education.
NON-DEGREE GRANTING PROGRAMS
ALCHEMY INSTITUTE OF HEALING ARTS
2310 Warwick Dr.
Santa Rosa CA 95405
US
Program: Training in hypnotherapy and course work in hypnotherapy for counselors and therapists. A Jungian/Gestalt approach combines solution-oriented therapies with empowering clients to access and utilize inner resources.
Accreditation: ACHE, CA. State-approved for vocational instruction.
Contact: David Quigley
Email: info@alchemyinstitute.com
Phone: 800-950-4984
http://www.alchemyinstitute.com
Scholarships and Student Loans: Available.
CENTER FOR SPIRITUALITY AND PSYCHOTHERAPY OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR THE PSYCHOTHERAPIES
330 W. 58th St. Ste #200
New York NY 10019
US
Program: Training Programs for spiritually oriented psychotherapy for 1)Psychotherapists, and 2)Religious Professionals. Includes courses, weekend retreats, and independent study, beginning fall 2000. Both programs are multi-year in duration.
Contact: Debra Flics, CSW
Email: info@nipinst.org
http://www.nipinst.org/nip/training/about/mission/
Psychotherapist program: Debra Flics, CSW
Phone: (212) 582-1566 ext. 146;
Religious Professionals program: Gerry Hellman, M.Div. Phone: (212) 285-0043.
CENTER FOR SYMBOLIC STUDIES
Stone Mountain Farm 597 Springtown Rd.
New Paltz NY 12561
US
Program: Workshops, lectures, seasonal festivals, ceremonies, and performances led by a faculty of professionals well known in their fields. Resident and visiting faculty. Professional training programs. Work-study arrangements available.
Email: books@symbolicstudies.org
Phone: 845-658-8540
http://symbolicstudies.org/site/
CONCORD INSTITUTE
Box 82
Concord MA 01742
US
Program: Spiritual Psychology. Postgraduate Professional training in the principles and practice of Spiritual Psychology, and in individual and group work.
Degree: Certificate.
Contact: Thomas Yeomans, Ph.D
Email: tyeomans@concordinstitute.org
Phone: 978-371-3206
http://www.concordinstitute.org
CREATIVE ENERGY OPTIONS
P.O. Box 87
White Haven PA 18661
US
Program: Year Long programs, and weekend workshops at Pocono Retreat Center. CEO offers a complement of corporate and personal programs that provide growth and development opportunities to individuals and organizations that seek desired sustainable improvement through change.
Email: info@ceo-inc.net
Phone: 570-636-3858
DELPHI UNIVERSITY/ THE ROHUN INSTITUTE
P.O. Box 70 940 Old Silvermine Rd.
McCaysville GA 30555
US
Program: Undergraduate and graduate programs in Metaphysical and Transpersonal Psychology Studies, RoHun™ Spiritual Psychology, Holistic Healing, and Alternative and Complimentary Medical Therapies. Course Content is experiential as well as analytic, and is designed specifically for adults interested in exploring the human self in a liberal and energy-based learning context. Delphi University offers numerous and intensive 3 to 8 day Certification and Degree Credit Programs.
Degree: B.S. in Metaphysical Healing, M.S. degree in Transpersonal Psychology, Doctor of Science degree in Integrative and Preventative Medical Therapies.
Contact: Charles Curcio, Director
Email: registrar@delphiu.com
Phone: 888-335-7448, 706-492-4364
Fax: 706-492-2781
www.delphiu.com
Internship/Assistantship: Available.
Affiliation: Church of Wisdom.
Public Services: Mauricio Panisset Healing Sanctuary, Delphinia for Youth.
DEVA FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 91
Glorieta NM 87535
US
Program: An intensive, deeply informative, 2 month training program in psychospiritual healing: Past life, inner child, higher self, personal symbolism, and archetypal imagery.
Degree: Deva Certification, renewed annually. Advanced training is offered, biannually, for participating Facilitators.
Contact: Rachel Kaufman
Email: contactus@deva.org
Phone: 505-757-6752
Fax: 505-757-6752
http://www.deva.org
EL CAMINO COLLEGE
16007 Crenshaw Blvd.
Torrance CA 90506
US
Program: Introduction to the Psychology of Consciousness. Includes brain lateralization, sleep and dreams, meditation, biofeedback, and approaches to the study of human consciousness from other cultures.
Contact: Dr. Michael C. Braun
Email: agarten@elcamino.edu
Phone: 310-532-3670
http://www.elcamino.edu/
ESALEN INSTITUTE
Highway One
Big Sur CA 93920
US
Program: Work Study Program. A 28 day program, beginning and ending on Sunday, which involves a work commitment of 32 hours.
Email: info@esalen.org
Phone: 888-837-2536
http://www.esalen.org/
FINDHORN FOUNDATION
The Park Findhorn Forres 1V36ORD
Scotland
Program: Workshops on personal and spiritual growth, creative expression and health and healing. Trainings for workshop leaders, movement session, circle dancing and the personal-growth Transformation Game. Conferences on various subjects of a consciousness-raising nature.
Contact: Accommodations secretary
Email: reception@findhorn.org
Phone: +44 01309-690311
http://www.gaia.org/findhorn/
FOCUSING RESOURCES
2625 Alcatraz Ave., #202
Berkeley CA 94705-2702
US
Program: Focusing is a body-oriented self-awareness skill developed by Eugene Gendlin. Certification as Focusing Trainer is offered in association with Gendlin’s Focusing Institute. Five levels of courses give training in Focusing as a self-guided skill, peer counseling skill, and professional facilitation. Weekend format available.
Contact: Ann Weiser Cornell, Ph.D
Email: ann@focusingresources.com
Phone: 510-225-0690
Course locations: Berkeley, CA and Westchester County, NY.
FOUNDATION FOR SHAMANIC STUDIES
P.O. Box 1939
Mill Valley CA 94942
US
Program: A wide range of workshops and courses in shamanic training. The Basic Shamanic Training Workshop, The Way of the Shaman: The Shamanic Journey, Power and Healing, is prerequisite for courses ranging from Soul Retrieval Training and Shamanic Extraction Healing Training, to Three-Year Programs in Advanced Shamanism and Shamanic Healing.
Degree: Certification in Harner Method Shamanic Counseling.
Contact: Michael Harner, Ph.D
Email: info@shamanism.org
Phone: 415-380-8416
www.Shamanism.org
Financial Assistance: Half-tuition scholarships available to Native Americans on tribal rolls.
HAKOMI INSTITUTE
P. O Box 1873
Boulder CO 80306
US
Program: Hakomi Therapist Professional Training. Professional Skills Training in the Hakomi Method. Complete training in the Hakomi Method of Body Mind Psychotherapy which integrates Eastern spiritual traditions with a unique Western methodology. Hakomi allows the unconscious core beliefs which shape our lives to emerge safely into consciousness. Also workshops for professionals on various aspects of Hakomi. Accreditation: NBCC.
Contact: Laurie Adato, Administrative Dir.
Email: HakomiHQ@aol.com
Phone: 303-499-6699 Toll Free: 888-421-6699
http://www.hakomiinstitute.com/
HAKOMI INSTITUTE OF CALIFORNIA
2059 15th Ave.
San Francisco CA 94116
US
Program: Hakomi body-centered psychotherapy training and workshops offer experiential and didactic, live and video supervision for mental and allied health professions. Two-year professional training.
Contact: Richard A. Heckler, Ph.D.
Email: contact@hakomicalifornia.org
Phone: 415-753-2266
http://www.hakomicalifornia.org/
HCH INSTITUTE FOR HYPNOTHERAPY AND PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL TRAININGS
3702 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Lafayette CA 94549
US
Program: CE credits for MFTs, LCSWs, RNs. 200 How Certified Hypnotherapist Training. Advanced courses in Hypnotherapy, Clinical Internship and Clinical Externship Programs, 64 hour Coaching for Helping Professionals Certification Program, Energy Therapy Certificate Program.
Description: HCH is a transpersonally oriented institute which provides career training in Hypnotherapy, Energy Therapy and Coaching. We teach from an empowerment model that all healing comes from the client’s contact with their innate knowing, wisdom, and Self.
Accreditation: BPPUE.CA, IBRT, Board of Professional Hypnotherapy.
Contact: Holly Holmes-Meredith, MFT.
Email: HCH@HypnotherapyTraining.com
Phone: 925-283-3941
Fax: 925-283-9044
www.hypnotherapytraining.com
Certificates: Hypnotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Energy Therapy.
Internships: 200 hour internship providing services in our low-fee community clinic.
Public Services: Low fee clinic, $25 sessions in Hypnotherapy.
HEARTWOOD INSTITUTE, LTD.
220 Harmony Ln.
Garberville CA 95542
US
Program: Somatic Therapist Program. Accelerate your personal growth, become radiantly alive and have a career beyond bodywork caring for the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs of your clients. 750 Hours. Accreditation: American Massage Therapy Association and approved by the California State Board of Education.
Email: hello@heartwoodinstitute.com
Phone: 707-923-5002
http://www.heartwoodinstitute.com/
HOLOS
15400 Foothill Blvd.
San Leandro CA 94578
US
Program:
Contact: Alan Levin
Email: info@holosinstitute.net
Phone: 510-287-8816
http://www.holosinstitute.net/
Internships: MFCC internships, Holistic/ Transpersonal orientation in Addiction treatment program, as well as individual/family/ group psychotherapy.
HUMANOVA-EUROPEAN PSYCHOSYNTHESIS UNIVERSITY
P O Box 5133
Stockholm 10243
Sweden
Program: Professional Training & 1-4 year programs in Psychosynthesis.
Email: info@humanova.com
Phone: 468 668-1000
www.humanova.com
INSTITUTE FOR EMOTIONAL-KINESTHETIC PSYCHOTHERAPY
3 Central Ave.
Newton MA 02160
US
Program: EKP Practitioner Training Program. 3 year training program integrating the best of clinical, didactic and apprenticeship models of learning. EKP is a heart-centered, psychospiritually inclusive approach to mind-centered psychotherapy.
Degree: Working on affiliation with the Graduate School of America to offer M.A.
Contact: Linda Marks
Email: LSMHEART@aol.com
Phone: 617-965-7816
http://www.healingheartpower.com
INSTITUTE FOR TEACHING INNER PEACE THROUGH “A COURSE IN MIRACLES”
41397 Buecking Drive
Temecula CA 92590-5668
US
Program: The Institute, directed by Kenneth Wapnick, Ph.D. and his wife Gloria, operates under the aegis of the Foundation for A Course in Miracles, administering workshops and Academy courses. The Institute offers half-day, one-day, and two-day weekend workshops for large groups and provides longer classes with smaller groups, focusing less on the presentation of Course concepts than on the personal integration of these ideas in students’ personal lives. The Institute can work closely with degree-conferring institutions so that Institute students receive college credit or CEU’s for their coursework.
Contact: Elizabeth Schmit
Email: eas@facim.org
Phone: 909-296-6261 ext. 21
Fax: 909-296-9117
Scholarships: Full and partial scholarships offered upon request, on an on-need basis.
INSTITUTE OF NOETIC SCIENCES
None listed
Petaluma CA
US
Program:
Email: info@noetic.org
Phone: 707.775.3500
http://www.noetic.org/education/overview/
LIGIA DANTES FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 93
Ojai CA 93024
US
Program: Retreats, meditation, workshops, group and private dialogues with Ligia Dantes provide an atmosphere and support for spiritual awakening. Ms. Dantes offers guidance in the process of objective self-inquiry and opportunities for direct experience of true nature, responsibility, and mindful living and service. Self-directed individual retreats for spiritual renewal take place on the beautiful quiet grounds of the foundation’s Woodhaven House in Nipomo, California. There is an excellent library of books, audio and video tapes on spirituality, religion, health, science, etc. available there for personal study.
Contact: Ligia Dantes Foundation
Email: office@ligiadantesfoundation.org
Phone: 805-646-2120
http://www.ligiadantesfoundation.org
MARINA COUNSELING CENTER
2137 Lombard St.
San Francisco CA 94123
US
Program: Advanced year-long transpersonal and integrative psychotherapy internship. Twenty hour weekly commitment includes: Case load of eight clients, process notes, individual supervision, group supervision, trainings, intake and administrative responsibilities. Supportive community involvement is provided and encouraged. Paid position available after first year. Start dates in January, May and September.
Contact: Monique Domis, Office Manager
Email: information@marinacounseling.com
Phone: 415-563-2137
Fax: 415-563-2158
www.marinacounseling.com
MCKINNON INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE AND BODYWORK
2940 Webster St.
Oakland CA 94609-3407
US
Program: Massage certificates in Swedish, Asian-Shiatsu Accupressure Sports, Deep Tissue Level I and II On Site, Subtle Systems Affiliation: State of California, Licensed Vocational School since 1973.
Contact: Tiffany Millerbus
Email: info@mckinnonmassage.com
Phone: 510-465-3488
http://www.mckinnonmassage.com
NEW YORK PSYCHOSYNTHESIS INSTITUTE
70 W 11th St.
New York NY 10011
US
Program: Clinical Imagery and Clinical Meditation. In its 20th year of transpersonal education for health professionals, the institute offers a certification program in the clinical applications of imagery and meditation.
Degree: Certification, and CEU’s available.
Contact: Richard Schaub, PhD.
Email: rschaub@ix.netcom.com
Phone: (212) 674-5244
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
El Rito Campus
El Rito NM 87530
US
Program: Elizabeth Kubler Ross Hospice, Grief Counseling and Death Education Program. Has created a nationally recognized model for hospice studies. Provides hospice related education in a variety of formats. Gives students a strong personal growth program within the hospice, death education and grief counseling fields. Certifies professional and paraprofessional in the hospice death education and grief counseling field. Provides hands-on training in varied clinical settings.
Courses: Include transpersonal counseling issues techniques, especially as they apply to working with those in grief, the terminally ill, and those in periods of spiritual crisis.
NYINGMA INSTITUTE
1815 Highland Place
Berkeley CA 94709
US
Program: 4-Month Human Development Training Program. Residential retreat designed by Tarthang Tulku. This intensive retreat deepens understanding of human capacity and develops new insights and abilities. 18-Month Nyingma Education Program: We offer over 14 evening classes each quarter on Tibetan Buddhist practices in addition to Saturday workshops and weeklong retreats. Work-study programs and internships: work in printing, publishing Tibetan art and text preservation.
Contact: Abbe Blum
Phone: 510-843-6812
www.nyingmainstitute.com
OMEGA INSTITUTE FOR HOLISTIC STUDIES
150 Lake Dr.
Rhinebeck NY 12572
US
Program: Non-degree. More than 250 programs on holistic health, psychological inquiry, world music, dance, and art, yoga, meditation, and contemporary forms of spiritual practice. The faculty who teach at Omega are world renowned teachers, bestselling authors, artists, cross-cultural musicians and dancers, religious leaders, and spritual guides. Programs are offered in the Caribbean, Costa Rica and conferences throughout the US. Additional educational travel programs throughout the world.
Contact: Registration Services.
Email: info@3omega.org
Phone: 1-800-944-1001 or 914-266-4444
http://www.eomega.org/
Scholarships: Limited number of scholarships and seasonal staff positions are available.
PSYCHOCULTURAL INSTITUTE
45A Simpson Ave.
Toronto M4K 1A1
Canada
Program: 1) Psychocultural Institute Certificate 2) HEP Practitioners Certificate. Holistic Experiential Psychotherapy (HEP) is a transformational model based on evolutionary integration of emergent dialectics as existential self organization. It draws on gestalt, existential, transpersonal, jungian, psychodynamic, somatic and holistic models, chaos theory, consciousness studies, tantra, vajrayana Buddhism and western mystery tradition. 1) Psychocultural Institute Certificate is a 2 year program for psychotherapists, educators, healers, artists and management consultants. 2) HEP Practitioner Certificate is a 3 year program with more extensive assessment, skills and practicum, training for psychotherapists. Personal growth is an integral part of training.
Contact: Caroline Mardon
Phone: 416-469-5155
Fax: 416-469-4605
PSYCHOPOLITICAL PEACE INSTITUTE, INC.
Switzerland: Gehrenhof, 8712 Staefa, CH, Switzerland; United States: 150 West 80th. St., #6C, New York, NY 10024
US
Program: A non-degree, five year training in Psychology of the “self” leading to a spychology and counseling certificate. One year training in psychology of the heart, developing personal potential and grow. A one year training in psychology of nations, a new approach to working with collective post-trauma and prevention of violence with multi-ethnic groups. Theoretical training and on location in international crisis and pre-crisis areas. All programs are based on the psychological principles of consciousness of joy, empowerment to choose, self help, and to honor the self of each individual in its infinite potential. Internships are available.
Contact: Margret Rueffler
Email: inst@pppi.net
Phone: 212-362-6915 (New York) +41 1926-8110 (Switerland)
www.pppi.net
PSYCHOSHAMANISM(TM) TRAINING AND EXPLORATION GROUP
6506 McLennan Ave.
Van Nuys CA 91406
US
Program: PsychoShamanism combines traditional and alternative therapies including body work, hypnosis, past life regression, TFT, EMDR, and shamanic ceremonial practices and ritual. The student will learn how to enter deepened states of consciousness where awareness is expanded and information accessed which is unavailable in ordinary psychological states.
Contact: Helaine Harris, M.A. M.F.T.
Phone: 818-782-6869. (800) 308-4372
http://www.hzharris.com
Internships: MFCC Internship Program for people who want experience and training in bodywork, hypnosis, shamanism and archetypal psychology.
PSYCHOSYNTHESIS OF PUGET SOUND
5404 Meridian Ave
N., Seattle WA 98103
US
Program: Psychosynthesis-Professional Training for Counselors and Caregivers. A nine month training program which investigates a broad spectrum of human issues from a principle that human identity is spiritual and held in continual relationship by a deeper source of being, called Self. Training brings together, through theory and practice, a remarkable range of healing issues, from personal integration to Self realization.
Degree: Certification offered.
Contact: Chris Meriam.
Email: chrismeriam@msn.com
Phone: 206-632-5345.
PSYCHOSYNTHESIS TRAINING PROGRAM
575 9th. Ave.
San Francisco CA 94118
US
Program: A nine month, in-depth comprehensive training in the basic principles of Psychosynthesis, and the application of these principles to individual counseling.
Contact: Philip Brooks
Phone: 415-668-8334
Courses: Training seminars; teaches the basic principles. Guiding Skills; teaches the counseling application. MFCC Continuing Education Units offered.
Affiliation: Association for the Advancement of Psychosynthesis.
ROSEN METHOD: THE BERKELEY CENTER
825 Bancroft Way
Berkeley CA 94710
US
Program: Rosen Method Certification Program and Rosen Method Movement Training.
Contact: Sara Webb
Email: rosenmethod@batnet.com
Phone: 510-845-6606
www.rosenmethod.org
Rosen Method is a form of gentle, therapeutic touch that focuses on releasing stress, as well as painful emotions or memories that have been stored in the body and are now manifesting in the form of muscle tension.
Courses: Fundamentals of Rosen Method, Advanced class of Rosen Method, Rosen Method Intensive, Introductory Workshops, Rosen Method Movement Classes. Certification as Rosen Method Bodywork Practitioner or Rosen Method Movement Teacher.
SCHOOL FOR GESTALT AND PSYCHOSYNTHESIS BELGIUM & HOLLAND
Hertstraat 50, 9000 Gent, Belgium
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Program: A four-year curriculum/basic training program. The first two years are focused on personal work, individuation and opening up to the other as other. Then students can choose either the therapeutic-helping people orientation or the person and work context orientation. Workshops, one year post-graduate in Multidimensional Psychotherapy, and a summer intensive program are also offered.
Contact: Carola de Vries
Phone: 31-20-625-3094
SCHUMACHER COLLEGE
The Old Postern Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6EA, U.K.
US
Program: Short courses on ecological issues. The international centre for ecological studies runs one- to five-week residential courses on: ecological economics and development issues; the links between philosophy, psychology and ecology; and the new understandings emerging from recent scientific discoveries. Also runs a one-year MSC in holistic science. Courses are led by world-renowned writers and teachers, including Fritjof Copra, James Hillman, Thomas Moore, Vandana Shiva and Helena Norberg-Hedge.
Degree: MC in Holistic Science.
Contact: Hilary Nicholson
Phone: 44-1803-865934
http://www.gn.apc.org/schumachercollege/
Affiliation: University of Plymouth.
Credit: M.A. level credits available through the University of Plymouth.
SHAKTI INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL AND MEDICAL HEALING ARTS
12302 Weddington St.
Valley Village CA 91607-2518
US
Program: Classes and seminars promoting peace of mind, PNI psychoneuroimmunology, holistic health from East and West. Groups of 6 to 18.
Contact: Barbara Paul Beavens, Ph.D. or A.F. Pierce, M.D.
Phone: 818-762-4118 or 619-868-1014
SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA FARM
14651 Ballantree Ln.
Grass Valley CA 95949
US
Program: Yoga Teachers’ Training Course. One month intensive theory and practice of Yoga. Includes study of anatomy, physiology, scripture, diet, proper breathing, relaxation and exercise.
Contact: Sawmi Sitaramananda
Phone: 916-272-9322
Courses: Yoga Beginner’s Course; Yoga Meditation Course.
Scholarships: Work-Study Program.
Certificate: Yoga Teacher’s Certificate.
SKYROS HOLISTIC HOLIDAYS
92 Prince of Wales Rd. London, NW5 3NE, U.K.
US
Program: A variety of personal development courses in Art, Tai Chi, Yoga, Massage, Dance, Psychodrama, Imagework, Sexuality, Creative Writing, Healing and Bodywork.
Contact: Helen/Rochelle
Phone: 0171-267-4424
SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE
P.O. Box 4788
Santa Fe NM 87502
US
Program: Art Therapy,Counseling or Counseling with concentration in Grief & Loss. Southwestern College is guided by a holistic, transformational, experiential approach to education. The curriculum seeks to account for the wholeness of human experience, to give students a strong sense of self and to stabilize them in the disciple of applied psychology of counseling and art therapy.
Degree: M.A, certificates.
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission and Art Therapy program approved by the American Art Therapy Assn. Internships are part of program.
Contact: Kristine Schmidt, Admissions Director.
Email: admissions@swc.edu
Phone: 877-471-5756 ext. 26.
www.swc.edu
Public Services: A low-cost counseling center is staffed by students for community members.
SYNTHESIS CENTER
274 North Pleasant St.
Amherst MA 01002
US
Program: Professional Training Program in Psychosynthesis. Two year program with optional third year supervision, that teaches the principles and methodology of psychosynthesis and holistic counseling. Program has been in operation for twenty years. Meets 9 weekends per year. Independent study options and Summer Intensive Training are also available.
Degree: Certificate of completion and/or Practitioners Certification.
Contact: Dr. Dorothy Firman
Email: SynthesisC@aol.com
Phone: 413-256-0772
http://www.synthesiscenter.org/
Scholarships: Some scholarships, and work exchange are available.
SYNTHESIS INSTITUTE OF SAN DIEGO
2615 Camino Del Rio S., Ste. 300
San Diego CA 92108
US
Program: Dedicated to training helping professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, clergy, social workers, marriage and family therapy counselors, and educators, in psychosynthesis. Utilizes an integrated individual/systemic approach, including psychodynamic/ object relations, communications, and intergenerational paradigms in context of a phenomenological/ experiential/ humanistic/ existential/ transpersonal perspective. Nine-month introductory program begins each fall. There is also a second year for advanced trainees. Training is also available outside the San Diego area.
Contact: Sheldon Z. Kramer, Ph.D.
Phone: 619-291-4465
TAOIST INSTITUTE
10630 Burbank Blvd.
No. Hollywood CA 91601
US
Program: Taoist Studies. Programs in Chinese Taoist Studies: Chi Kung, meditation, acupressure/energy massage, deep hypnosis, spiritual emergence, tai chi chuan, philosophy.
Contact: Carl Totton, Director.
Phone: 818-760-4219
TRANSFORMATIONS INCORPORATED The School of Spiritual Psychology
4200 W. Good Hope Rd.
Milwaukee WI 53209
US
Program: A three-year program in personal growth, leadership and healing skills, including Gestalt, BioEnergetics, Rebirthing and NLP.
Degree: M.A. Certificate in Spiritual Psychology.
Contact: Jim Morningstar, Ph.D.
Phone: 414-351-5770
TRANSPERSONAL HYPNOTHERAPY INSTITUTE
P.O. Box 4727
Frisco CO 80043
US
Program: Professional Home Study Certification Trainings, Educational Products & Private Sessions synthesizing Transpersonal Psychology, Clinical hypnosis, NLP, past-life regression, intuition, medical hypnotherapy. THI is approved and regulated by Colorado Department of Higher Education.
Contact: Anne Pincus Salisbury, Ph.D., M.A., M.B.A.
Phone: 800-366-9417 or 970-668-8300
www.transpersonalhypnotherapy.com
TRANSPERSONAL THERAPY CENTRE
18 Brownlow Ave., #203 Toronto, Ontario, M4S 2K8, Canada
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Program: Transpersonal therapy skills training. Offers a three/four year training course for individuals wishing to develop skills in transpersonal therapy. The program is experienctial, hands-on and intensive, and in addition to being a training in therapy skills, students will find it to be an ongoing journey and adventure in personal growth. Students will become experientially familiar with the breadth and depth of the transpersonal approach to psychotherapy.
Accreditation: Non-accredited, non-affiliated
Contact: Moira Canes or Bret Mitton
Email: mjcanes@sympatico.ca
Phone: 416-481-6777
Fax: 416-481-1939
www.transpersonalcanada.com
Courses of Study: The legacy of Sigmund Freud, Wilhelm Reich and bodywork tradition, Gestalt Therapy, C.G. Jung, Myth and Archetypal Psychology, Bio-energetics, Dreamwork, Breathwork, Psychodrama, Art therapy, Movement and Dance. Group Dynamics and Community Building, Ken Wilber and Transpersonal Psychology, Healing and the Shamanic Tradition, Spiritual Emergency, Meditation and the Wisdom Traditions, Enneagram.
Certificates: Certificate of Successful Completion
UNIVERSITY OF CREATION SPRITUALITY
2141 Broadway
Oakland CA 94612
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Program: focus is to bring work and spirituality together as students explore the deep wisdom of humanity’s spiritual traditions in theory and practice. D.Min is offered in one-week intensives offered six times per year. MA degree is offered full time, part time, or on weekends.
Degree: D.Min, MA.
Contact: Ed Smith or Grace Hogan, DMin program, and Aileen
Email: ucs@csnet.org
Phone: (510) 835-4827 Min, and (510) 835-8404 MA.
http://www.netser.com/ucs
VERMONT CENTER FOR PSYCHOSYNTHESIS
62 East Ave.
Burlington VT 05401
US
Program: Psychosynthesis: Training in Spiritual Psychology. Seven levels of personal and professional growth training. Introductory long weekend every January and June, subsequent levels one weekend a month October through May. Courses: Basic Principles, Life Themes, Integrating Personality, Guide
Apprenticeship and Certification Program, Trainer Apprenticeship and Certification Program, and Individual Supervision.
Degree: Certification as Psychosynthesis Guide or Trainer.
Contact: Admission Coordinator Jean Guenther
Email: JeanVCP@aol.com
Phone: 802-862-8485
Scholarships: Partial scholarships available based on need.
WAINWRIGHT INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY
260 Stuyvesant Ave.
Rye NY 10580
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Program: Seminars on depth psychology and related disciplines, with emphasis on Jungian studies. Ample opportunity for clinical discussions, interdisciplinary workshops and colloquia on relevant topics for professionals. Wainwright House is a non-profit, nonsectarian educational organization with other institutes in spiritual development, health and healing, and global issues.
Phone: 914-967-6080
YASODHARA ASHRAM SOCIETY
Box 9 Kootenay Bay British Columbia, Canada, V0B 1X0
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Program: Yasodhara Ashram, founded by Swami Sivananda Radha in 1963, offers courses leading to certification in all aspects of Yoga and Personal Development. The three-month Yoga Development Course includes Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Prayer Dance, Mantra Yoga, Dream Yoga and intense self-investigation growth workshops. During the course, you may apply to remain at the Ashram for no extra cost for up to five months to work as part of the Ashram community.
Contact: Swami Sivananda
Email: swamisiva@netidea.com
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for the Yoga Development Course is one Ashram workshop.
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