#32: Buddhist Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Rev. Dr. John Freese

Reverend Doctor John Freese returns to the show to share his synthesis of Buddhism and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. John is a Buddhist minister and spent 12 years as a monk with Thich Nhat Hanh. He has PhDs in practical theology and a Master of Divinity. In addition to his Buddhist counselling practice, he teaches contemplative studies at University of the West and Naropa University.

As John guides me through his model we stop along the way to discuss practical matters, from discerning genuine values, taking meaningful action, handling difficult emotions, being aware of thought, and how to cultivate wholesome states of mind. This is a comprehensive and useful overview of a pragmatic system that will benefit those just beginning, and those in advanced stages of their spiritual journey.

Resources and References:

• The Virtual Buddhist Temple of the Dhamma Vinaya Order: https://muktivihara.org/
• John Freese Academia profile: https://uwest.academia.edu/JohnFreese