Way back in 1967 when I went past Mortuary Science school to study psychology at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan I felt pulled to become a psychologist or counselor.  However, that department was more interested in teaching experimental psychology, not applied or clinical.  After graduating with a B.A. in Psychology and Philosophy (with honors) I attended the Meadville/Lombard School of Theology at the University of Chicago and eventually graduated from there with a Masters in Divinity.

At Oakland University I fell in love with two topics: Eastern Religions and the writing and practice of Carl Jung.  When I got to Chicago I happened to meet and become close with Dr. Arwind Vasavada, from Bombay, India, who had just completed his training as an analyst with Carl Jung (one of only two easterners to do so).  I learned a lot from Vasavada, but not Jungian practice primarily.  Rather, his approach was more eastern, using his gurus and such notables as Ramana Marharshi and Krishnamurti.  I also traveled with Vasavada to India where I met the Blind Saint of Vrindivan and Rajneesh (later called Osho) .  I have learned, practiced, and taught meditation for 40 years.

In the ministry I have encountered all manner of persons and situations requiring counseling.  Besides the grand events of life (birth, marriage, divorce, illness, death) I have spent my career tuning in and trying to help those struggling with their inner and outer lives.  My natural inclination from before college till now (what Vasavada called my dharma) is to be of attentive service to others.

Dr. Vasavada shocked the Jungian analyst world by giving up on charging people for his services (he was making $100 an hour in the 60′s) and instead accepting whatever they paid.  (This was on the advice of his guru at the time.)  I wish to do counseling on the same basis.  Counseling shouldn’t be only for those who can pay, and those who can and do pay can help me support those who can’t.

To get some idea of my approach to counseling, see Writings > Sermons > Healthy People and Planet.  My interests span from brain science to mysticism with an emphasis on practical results.  I offer “careful listening and caring advice.”  I don’t offer just passive nods; I will try to understand you and your situation and will offer caring feedback.

If you wish to contact me for counseling services, please use the “Contact” page.