In 2006, nearing the end of a six-year stint as a 5th and 6th grade teacher, I found my work fulfilling but sensed something was missing. Despite meaningful experiences and decent relationships, I was plagued by a sense of vague discontent.

Driven by this feeling, I decided to leave behind my familiar life and head East. Over the next six months, I traveled through India, Nepal, Thailand, and Cambodia, where I volunteered at an orphanage, trained in yogic practices, and engaged in deep soul-searching. This marked the beginning of a nearly 20-year journey with yoga, a practice that continues to enrich my life.

Despite this significant shift, I still struggled with feelings of discontent and difficulty finding meaning in romantic relationships. It was through my now-wife, the founder of Awaken You Therapy, that I met one of our mentors, Dr. Judith Miller.

Working with Dr. Miller, I realized my approach to self-realization was missing a truly holistic perspective. I had been neglecting the psychological aspects of my being and avoiding the spiritual traditions I once embraced. By adopting a psychospiritual approach, I began to understand how my spiritual and psychological growth were intertwined. I saw that to move past my discontent and recurring patterns, I needed to integrate both aspects of my being.

This shift transformed my life. I no longer sought meaning elsewhere but found it in my current endeavors, the relationships around me, and the daily work I choose to pursue. My relationships with myself, others, and God have never been stronger. It is through these deep connections that I am able to share my work with you and the community I cherish.