Nondual counseling is an approach to psychotherapy that emphasizes integration of mind, body, and spirit. It is not a band-aid or a quick-fix by any means. It’s deep. Metaphysical. It dismantles your concepts about, well… about Life, the Universe, and Everything, to borrow a phrase from author Douglas Adams. And as we dismantle our concepts — most of which are false and limiting — we find a new freedom. A new way of being.
Nondual counseling understands there is no separation between the Self and the world, just as there is no separation between a tree and the earth that feeds it or the sunlight that powers it. Each of these are very much interconnected, intertwined, and unsustainable without the others. As such, nondual counseling helps people experience a sense of oneness. With this comes greater peace. Clarity. Meaning. And the recognition of one’s true nature, which is unchanging, timeless, and universal.
If this sounds off the wall, then nondual counseling might not be for you. But if it resonates at all, I encourage you to book a session immediately. Or at least read on...
One of the key realizations in nondual counseling is that the mind, body, and spirit are not separate entities. Rather, they are intimately connected. Emotions, thoughts, and sensations are not viewed as inherently good or bad, but simply as feedback from a holistic system. As we begin to understand and appreciate this, we begin to release limiting beliefs and behaviors. To dismantle concepts. To embrace our natural process of growth and transformation.
One goal of nondual counseling is the recognition of now, this very present, as the only reality. To spend less mental energy ruminating on the past or worrying about the future. To focus our attention on the here and now as the only thing that really is. What is happening happens now. Even our recollection of a past, and our thoughts of a future, are happening now. All of these thoughts of the past and the future are nothing more than that: thought.
Self-inquiry and introspection are important to this process. External sources of authority are also important, but nondual counseling encourages us to look within ourselves for answers and guidance. This is not to say we are all free to define our own version of truth. On the contrary, in nonduality, there is only one Truth, with a capital T. It’s written on the heart, and it’s the same for everyone. Nonduality is not about finding your truth, but about finding what’s True. This process of Self-discovery helps us connect with the inner wisdom we all have access to, but which an overactive mind tends to block us from. The mind is what searches for personal truth. The still mind allows for what’s True to come rushing in.
Finally, nondual counseling recognizes that there are no easy answers or solutions to life’s challenges. The journey towards stillness is a lifelong process. By embracing the process, we develop greater resilience, flexibility, and compassion towards ourselves and others.
Nondual counseling is for those who seek deeper meaning in life or are interested in exploring spiritual questions. If the idea of moving beyond the limitations of the mind (and even mindfulness) to recognize the infinite and eternal nature of your being sounds intriguing, please reach out. And if it doesn’t, well that’s fine too. Nondual counseling is kind of a niche thing, and not everyone’s cup of tea.