Selected Publications

Our research lies in intersection of mental health and contemplative science.

Check out some of our featured research articles below.

The Effectiveness of a Centering Meditation Intervention on College Stress and Mindfulness: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The Influence of Spiritual Transcendence on a Centering Meditation: A Growth Curve Analysis of Resilience

Centering Prayer’s Effects on Psycho-spiritual Outcomes: A Pilot Outcome Study

A Phenomenological Investigation of Centering Prayer Using Conventional Content Analysis

A Study of Student Counselors’ Experiences with Meditation

Center, Light, and Sound: The Psychological Benefits of Three Distinct Meditative Practices

Spiritus Contra Spiritum: Addiction, Hope, and the Search for Meaning.

Investigating Adherence to an Online Introductory Mindfulness Program

Gradually Sudden: Vital Spiritual Experiences for Individuals in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders

Meditation and Appropriation: Best Practices for Counselors Who Utilize Meditation

Jewish Meditation in Counseling  

Current Research Projects

We are dedicated to expanding the research of contemplative science onto the frontier of healing. A brief description of our current funded research grants below shows our current direction in the areas of centering prayer and healing.

Mind & Life Peace Grant

An Intensive Longitudinal Study on a Centering Meditation: Exploring the Temporal Dynamics of Nondual Awareness and Prosociality

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Templeton Religious/Spiritual Competencies Grant

Spirituality and Client Outcomes: Investigating the Mechanisms of Religious and Spiritual Competence Training in Mental Health

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