Western Psychology vs Liberation Psychology (Free)
January 3, 2026 •
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Robert Espiau
Robert Espiau, M.A., LMHC is a licensed psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience in trauma healing, altered states of consciousness, and contemplative practices. A former Buddhist monk, he has taught meditation and non-dual awareness practices internationally and integrates Western psychology with ancient spiritual traditions. He is the founder of Seattle Trauma Counseling and Religious Trauma Counseling.
Description
This course goes beyond traditional Western psychology, which focuses on repairing the psyche and restoring social functioning.
Instead, it introduces Liberation Psychology, a path rooted in ancient spiritual traditions and esoteric wisdom. The focus is not only on healing symptoms, but on awakening consciousness and reconnecting with one’s true inner nature.
Participants will explore themes such as ego death, consciousness versus the subconscious, and the difference between practices that awaken awareness and those that merely pacify the mind. The course draws from multiple traditions, including Gnostic, Buddhist, Sufi, Daoist, and Hindu paths, guiding participants toward inner knowing and liberation.
Instead, it introduces Liberation Psychology, a path rooted in ancient spiritual traditions and esoteric wisdom. The focus is not only on healing symptoms, but on awakening consciousness and reconnecting with one’s true inner nature.
Participants will explore themes such as ego death, consciousness versus the subconscious, and the difference between practices that awaken awareness and those that merely pacify the mind. The course draws from multiple traditions, including Gnostic, Buddhist, Sufi, Daoist, and Hindu paths, guiding participants toward inner knowing and liberation.