California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco Bay Area
CIIS is an accredited university that integrates the great traditions of knowledge from around the globe with the most forward-looking visions of the future. The university encompasses 18 leading-edge graduate programs and an undergraduate program that attract passionate learners and international renown.
California Institute of Integral Studies Alumni
Abigail Mela Wick
Communications, Editorial, Market Research & PR
Public Relations and Communications
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies
MFA, Writing & Consciousness
The University of Texas at Austin
BA, English; Sociology
Experience
Independent Contractor September 2010 - Present
NPR August 2011 - Present
lululemon athletica May 2014 - Present
Global December 2010 - Present
Skills
Magazines, Public Speaking, Creative Direction, Content Strategy, Editing, Marketing, Editorial, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Feature Articles, Creative Writing, Publicity, Writing, Event Planning, Web Content, Fundraising, Copywriting, Storytelling, Newsletters, Journalism, Public Relations
Alexander von Pachelbel, Psy.D.
Psychotherapeut in Delegation at Praxis Dr. med. Sabine Abele
Mental Health Care
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2002 — 2009
Doctor, Clinical Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies 2002 — 2009
Master, Counseling Psychology
Swiss Hotel Association Hotel Management School 'Les Roches 1989 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, International Hospitality Management
Experience
Psychiater Luzern Praxis Dr. med. Sabine Abele June 2013 - Present
Frauenklinik am Meissenberg - Psychiatrische und Psychotherapeutische Spezialklinik für Frauen February 2012 - May 2013
Access Institute July 2009 - June 2010
Access Institute July 2008 - June 2009
California Institute of Integral Studies June 2006 - May 2009
New Leaf July 2006 - May 2008
California Institute of Integral Studies January 2007 - May 2007
Center for Somatic Psychotherapy January 2003 - June 2005
California Institute of Integral Studies August 2003 - December 2003
Shanti January 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Mental Health, Psychological Assessment, Qualitative Research, Clinical Psychology, Mindfulness, Spanish, Social Services, Risk Assessment, English, Counseling, Workshop Facilitation, Research, Interventions, Marketing, Psychotherapy, Therapists, Customer Service, Psychology, Clinical Supervision, CBT, Family Therapy, Treatment, Group Therapy, French, Medical Diagnostics, Consulting
Becky Walsh
Human Dynamics Expert
Entertainment
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2009 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Interdisciplinary studies, Degree
Central School of Speech and Drama, U. of London 1993 — 1995
Stage Management, Stage Management, diploma
Weston-super-mare tech college 1988 — 1990
BTEC in performing arts, Theatre/Theater
The King Alfreds Highbridge somerset
Experience
BBC April 2015 - Present
Made Television September 2014 - Present
GROUPE PSYCHOLOGIES July 2014 - Present
The Huffington Post January 2014 - Present
Hay House, Inc. September 2013 - Present
Beckywalsh.com 2000 - Present
Open Beyond February 2012 - November 2013
College of psychic studies September 2005 - November 2012
O books January 2007 - February 2012
IPC Media February 2007 - September 2009
Skills
Problem Solving, Change Catalyst, Teaching Writing, New Business Development, Playback, Stage Lighting, Online Publishing, Stage Direction, E-Learning, Intuition, Business Catalyst, Entrepreneurship, Interdisciplinary..., Quick Thinker, broadcast editor, Business Intelligence, Coaching, Contemporary Dance, Improvisational Comedy, Social Media, Improvisation, Stage Management, Radio Producing, Public Speaking, Multimedia, Visionary Thinking, Spiritual Direction, Communication, Workshop Facilitation, Entertainment, Sound Editing, Published Author, Somatic Experiencing, Online Content Creation, Empathy, Energy Healing, Community Outreach, Acting, Theatre, Radio Host, Stand-up Comedy, Intuitive Development, Travel, Film Production, Creative Writing, Teacher Training, Environmental Awareness, Catalyst, Spiritual Teacher, Integral Coaching
Bryan Teixeira
Consultant: Change Management & Partnerships
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies
PhD, East-West Psychology
University of Ottawa
BA & BTh, Humanities and Theology
Vancouver School of Theology at University of British Columbia
MTh, Theology
Experience
NGO Delegation at UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board January 2013 - Present
Change Management & Partnerships June 2012 - Present
NPL (Naz Project London) June 2001 - June 2012
Camosun College 1992 - 2001
Full Circle Counselling and Consulting 1988 - 2001
Skills
Community Development, Analysis, Program Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Management, Proposal Writing, Nonprofits, Corporate Social..., International Relations, Policy, Leadership Development, Public Relations, Charities, Community Engagement, Healthcare, Organizational..., Project Planning, Research, Workshop Facilitation, Reproductive Health, Human Rights, Report Writing, NGOs, Non-profits, Public Policy, Training, International..., Policy Analysis, Social Enterprise, Performance Management, Fundraising, Program Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Volunteer Management, Government, Public Speaking, Public Health, Governance, Qualitative Research, Philanthropy, Capacity Building, Strategy, Grants, Leadership, Grant Writing
Caifang (Jeremy) Zhu
Researcher in residence, faculty of theology, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Research
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2005 — 2010
Ph.D., East-West Psychology
Harvard University 2001 — 2004
M.T.S., religion and psychology
Peking University 2000 — 2001
Buddhist Studies
Beijing International Studies University 1982 — 1986
B.A., English Language and Literature
Experience
Heibe Research Institute of Chan Buddhism December 2011 - Present
International Center of Buddhist Studies, Renmin University of China May 2011 - Present
Beijing Yu Xin Yuan Psychological Counseling Center October 2010 - Present
Harvard University September 2002 - June 2004
Beijing International Studies University August 1986 - July 2001
Caifang Jeremy ZHU, Ph.D.
Director, China Project, California Institute of Integral Studies
Higher Education
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2005 — 2010
Ph.D., East-West psychology
Harvard Divinity School 2001 — 2004
Master of Theological Studies, Religion and Psychology
Experience
California Institute of Integral Studies December 2013 - Present
Hebei Research Institute of Chan Buddhism December 2011 - Present
Renmin University of China May 2011 - Present
East-West Cultural Develoment Center, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group July 2013 - August 2013
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Faculty of Theology February 2013 - April 2013
Skills
PowerPoint, Teaching, International Relations, Analysis, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Research, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Higher Education, Microsoft Office, English, University Teaching, Psychology, Chinese, Microsoft Word, SPSS, Leadership Development, Intercultural..., Statistics, Theory, Science, Social Media, Nonprofits, Research Design, Editing, International..., Executive Coaching
Charlotte Hilton
Assistant Sharer at Compare and Share
Internet
Education
Bauman College: Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts 2015 — 2016
Nutrition Consultant, Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Pitman Training Group 2015 — 2016
Advanced Diploma MS Office 2013, Distinction
California Institute of Integral Studies 2015 — 2015
Holistic Health
University of Bristol 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Spanish, 2:1
Experience
Compare and Share July 2015 - Present
Greenwich Harbour Partners February 2015 - Present
Poniente Capital January 2013 - August 2013
Domenech Abogados September 2012 - January 2013
Link Securities July 2012 - September 2012
Skills
Research, Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, PowerPoint
Danny Teal
CEO Inside Connection, LLC
International Affairs
Education
Banku Augstskola 2009 — 2009
Lecturer, Marketing, 4.0
Rīgas Ekonomikas augstskola - Stockholm School of Economics in Riga 2009 — 2009
Lecturer, Marketing
National Cheng Kung University 2008 — 2008
Lecturer, Institute of Creative Industry Design (ICID)
University of Washington 2007 — 2008
Certified Master Gardener, Certified Aborist, 4.0
Saint Petersburg State University 1997 — 2003
Ambassador, Professor, Developer, Pedagogy, Philosophy and Sociology
Михайловская военная артиллерийская академия 2000 — 2000
Lecturer, Cultural Identity
Jagiellonian University 1998 — 1998
Lecturer, Culture
School of Theatre, Television and Show Business, Saint Petersburg 1998 — 1998
Lecturer, Entertainment
California Institute of Integral Studies 1994 — 1997
PhD, Integral Studies, 4.0 / 4.0
University of San Francisco 1995 — 1996
Guest Lecturer, Ethics and Creativity
Experience
Inside Connection LLC October 1997 - Present
United Technologies, LLC March 2013 - Present
Art Confidential SPV January 1994 - April 2015
"Petroleum"- Special Purpose Company May 2012 - January 2015
PEGA/Pegatron Design and Engineering October 2008 - March 2013
Saint Petersburg, Russia October 1997 - June 2003
Warner Bros. January 1981 - August 1998
Chevron December 1988 - December 1997
MTV 1983 - October 1997
Idea Factory May 1981 - October 1997
Skills
Marketing Research, Market Intelligence, Alliances, International Business, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Expansion, Competitive Intelligence, Business Development, Business Planning, Integrated Marketing, Chinese, Emerging Markets, Management, Venture Capital, Brand Development, Corporate Branding, Strategy Development, Start-ups, Thought Leadership, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Negotiation, Product Development, Strategy, Market Research, Mergers & Acquisitions, Management Consulting, B2B Marketing, Forecasting, Team Building, Change Management, Mergers, New Business Development, Design Management, International Sales, Marketing Strategy, Promotions, Product Marketing, Project Management, Product Management, Planning, Business Strategy, Marketing, Market Entry, Program Management, Campaign Management, Team Leadership, Entrepreneurship
Dejan Markoski
Business Development Manager
Management Consulting
Education
Corsi pluriennali di Marketing, Brand e Visual Merchandising, Comunicazione, PNL, Business Start-up 2001 — 2015
Università degli Studi di Trieste 1995 — 2000
laureando, Corso di Laurea quadriennale in Economia del Commercio Internazionale e dei Mercati Valutari
Liceo Scientifico M. Grigoletti a Pordenone 1990 — 1995
diploma, Lingua e letteratura italiana e inglese
California Institute of Integral Studies
Personal Growth & Spirituality, Personal Growth & Spirituality
Experience
LOUDCOMM Translations & Communication Agency Milan Italy June 2014 - Present
24-SEVEN Stores June 2012 - Present
Samsonite October 2010 - Present
Dejan Markoski September 1995 - Present
TDP S.r.l. April 2014 - December 2014
Somero Enterprises January 2008 - April 2010
Ambasciata macedone presso la Citta' del Vaticano January 2007 - January 2008
Sacca tours inc. Vip Tour Operator New York City January 2006 - January 2007
Umana S.p.A. - Servizi di agenzia di lavoro per le aziende January 2001 - January 2006
Skills
Fotografia professionale, Sales, Copywriting, Consulenza HR, Account Management, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, traduzione giurata, Product Development, Film, Television, B2B, Public Relations, Trattative, Gestione marketing, Brand management, Business Strategy, Traduzione tecnica, Business plan, Poesia, DI, Microsoft Office, New business development, Negotiation, Marketing Management, Management, Pubbliche relazioni, Interpretariato, Fotografia digitale, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Marketing, Italian, Strategia di marketing, Gestione vendite, Vendite, Scrittura creativa, Sviluppo di prodotto, Ricerca e selezione del..., Strategia d'impresa, Sales Management, Digital imaging
Dennis Richards
Dennis Richards is a Stress Management Consultant and Trainer
Management Consulting
Education
Chrysalis Courses 2011 — 2012
Diploma in Pyschotherapeutic Counselling, Psychotherapeutic Counselling
John Dewar School of Hypnosis 2011 — 2011
Diploma, Stress Management
Edge Hill College of Higher Education 2003 — 2004
PGCE, RE with Citizenship
California Institute of Integral Studies 2000 — 2001
MA (part), Counselling Psychology, GPA 3.9
Hypnotherapy Training Institute 1999 — 1999
Adv Dip Hypnoptherapy, Hypnotherapy
Naropa University 1998 — 1999
MLA, Creation Spirituality
Pembroke College, Oxford 1974 — 1977
BA (Hons), Zoology
Experience
StressFreeLiving 2011 - Present
StressFreeLiving 2009 - Present
South Cheshire Business Club March 2012 - June 2012
Newcastle Borough Council 2008 - 2012
Staffordshire County Council ACL Service March 2010 - August 2011
PeopleServe 2008 - 2010
Juniper Training 2006 - 2008
Sir Thomas Boughey High School 2005 - 2005
HM Treasury 1996 - 1998
HM Treasury September 1986 - March 1997
Skills
Healthcare, Stress, Stress Reduction, Mental Health, 360 Feedback, Training Delivery, Management Development, Interventions, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational..., Management, Training, Coaching, Stress Management, Hypnotherapy, Microsoft Office, Meditation, Culture Change, Wellbeing, Leadership Development, Psychometrics, NLP, Executive Coaching, Public Sector, Emotional Intelligence, Wellness, Psychology, Teaching, Mindfulness, Stakeholder Engagement, Small Business, Personal Development, Leadership, Therapists, Public Speaking, Business Coaching, Counseling Psychology
Eva Zimmermann, PhD
Teaching, Consulting & Workshop Facilitation for Personal Development
Professional Training & Coaching
Education
HWS Huber Widemann-Schule AG Basel 2013 — 2014
SVEB-Zertifikat 1, Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
California Institute of Integral Studies 2004 — 2011
PhD, East/West Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies 1994 — 1997
M.A., Integral Counseling Psychology
Universität Basel 1969 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General
Experience
Tapping into Freedom 2011 - Present
Learning for Freedom 2010 - Present
Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz - Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit April 2013 - May 2013
Swiss National Science Foundation NPF58 2009 - 2010
in private practice 2004 - 2008
New Perspectives Center for Counseling 1997 - 2004
Aldea Counseling Services 2000 - 2003
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Teaching English as a..., Teaching, Research, Adult Education, CBT, Psychology, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Language Teaching, Energy Psychology, Coaching, English, Personal Development
Kali Martin
Holistic Health Practitioner and Permaculture Designer
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
Klinghardt Academy
Autonomic Response Testing, Neurobiology
The Ayurvedic Institute
Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda
Bioenergetics Institute
Ayurveda, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine
Jiva Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda
California Institute of Integral Studies
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Experience
Ayuprajna Wellness 1998 - Present
Living Forest Farm 2007 - Present
Skills
Allergies, Counselling, Food Allergies, Mindfulness Meditation, Autonomic Response..., Permaculture Design, Holistic Nutrition, Kinesiology, Cooking Workshops, Organic Gardening, Chronic Illness, Herbal, Mental Field Therapy, Chronic Pain, Holistic Health, Wellness Workshops, Herbal Medicine, Acute / Chronic Health..., Dr. Klinghardt's A.R.T...., Yoga, Depression, Courses, WWOOFing Programs, Natural Health, Lyme Disease -..., Ayurveda
Lorna Maria Beretta
International Affairs
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2000 — 2006
PhD, Transformative Learning and Change
New York University 1997 — 1999
MS, management
Politecnico di Milano 1976 — 1982
laurea, engineering
Skills
Analysis, Management, Teaching, Project Planning, English, Strategic Planning, Leadership, International Relations, Negotiation, Operations Management, Nonprofits, Program management, Corporate Social..., Team Leadership, Policy, Change Management, Human Resources, Management Consulting, Program Management, Team Building, Organizational..., Public Relations, Event Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Strategy, Project Management, Non-profits, Budgets, Research, Coaching, Proposal Writing, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Fundraising, Start-ups
Michelle Nardone
Director of the Bachelor in Animation and CG Arts at The Animation Workshop
Animation
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2000 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Integral Studies
Experience
The Animation Workshop April 2003 - Present
Monika Misiowiec
Integrative Psychotherapist & Couples Therapist at Integrativ Psykoterapi
Mental Health Care
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2011 — 2014
MA Integral Counseling Psychology (Psychotherapy)
The Coaches Training Institute 2012 — 2012
Co-Active Coaching
Entelia Institute for Creative Bodywork 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Bodypsychotherapy, Reichian Bodywork
The Gestalt Center, London 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Humanistic Counseling, Counseling Psychology
The Gestalt Center, London 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Group Facilitation, Group Psychology
Prama Institute/ Ananda Marga 2007 — 2007
Certified Yoga Teacher
University of Sussex
Bachelor's degree, International Relations & Development Studies
Experience
Integrativ Psykoterapi 2011 - Present
Skills
Holistic Life Coaching, Intuitive Development, Training, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Spiritual Teacher, Meditation, Organizational..., Gestalt Psychotherapy, Life Transitions, Yoga, Integrative..., Personal Development, Mind-body, Teaching, Positive Psychology
Niamh O'Sullivan
Psychotherapist working with children, families, adults and couples
Mental Health Care
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2004 — 2006
MA, Psychology, Psychotherapy
National University of Ireland, Maynooth 1996 — 1997
Higher Diploma, Youth Work and Community Development
University College Galway 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature and History
The Gestalt Center, London
Professional Development Course
Experience
Niamh O'Sullivan February 2008 - May 2010
Alvardo Elementary School April 2009 - April 2010
Private Practice Therapy 2008 - 2010
Creative Living Center, Bonita House September 2008 - September 2009
Independent Television Service April 2006 - April 2007
Church Street Integral Couseling Center September 2005 - April 2007
Devine and Gong Inc. May 2000 - May 2005
Skills
Post Traumatic Stress, Family Therapy, Stress Management, Couples Therapy, Therapists, Adolescent Therapy, Play Therapy, Adolescents, Counseling Psychology, Young Adults, Mental Health Counseling, Self-esteem, Meditation, Dual Diagnosis, Life Transitions, Psychology, Anger Management, Art Therapy, Existential Therapy, Child Therapy, Treatment of depression, Codependency, Individual Counselling, Gestalt, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Addiction Recovery, Humanistic Psychology, Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, Personal Development, Couples Counseling, Group Therapy, Grief Counseling, Gestalt Therapy, Treatment, Trauma Therapy
Rosa Richter
Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Expressive Arts Therapist
Mental Health Care
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2010 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies 2008 — 2015
MA in Counseling Psychology with concentration in Expressive Arts Therapy, Counseling Psychology
Háskóli Íslands 2003 — 2006
BA of Psychology, Psychology
Heriot-Watt University 1997 — 1998
Post Graduate Diploma in Translating and Conference Interpreting, Language Interpretation and Translation
Experience
Rósa Richter December 2013 - Present
Independent August 1998 - Present
Center for Creative Growth June 2012 - September 2013
Foreldrahús February 2008 - September 2008
Barna- og Unglingageðdeild Landspítalans August 2006 - August 2007
French Embassy in Reykjavik August 2002 - September 2003
Skills
Family Therapy, Counseling Psychology, Crisis Intervention, Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, CBT, Adolescents, Life Transitions, Group Therapy, Stress Management, Stress, Mental Health, Therapists, Treatment, Self-esteem, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, Mental Health Counseling
S Francesca Po
Doctoral Student in Theology and Religion
Higher Education
Education
University of Oxford 2014 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil), Theology and Religion: Contemporary Religious Change
University of Oxford 2013 — 2014
Master of Studies (MSt), Nature of Religion, Buddhism, Christianity
California Institute of Integral Studies 2009 — 2010
Master of Arts (MA), Philosophy and Religion: Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness
University of California, Berkeley 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Religious Studies, Music
Experience
University of Oxford January 2015 - Present
King's College London 2012 - 2013
University of San Francisco 2011 - 2011
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School 2010 - 2011
Peace Corps 2006 - 2008
Mater Dei High School 2004 - 2006
Susan Kench
Helping you build your business through LinkedIn | LinkedIn Coach | LinkedIn training | Marketing Consultant
Marketing and Advertising
Education
Golden Gate University - San Francisco 2006 — 2008
Integrated Marketing Communications
CIIS - San Francisco 1999 — 2003
Masters, Integral and Community Health
Guildford College of Law 1985 — 1986
Law Society Finals
University of Bristol 1982 — 1985
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law, 2:1
Experience
Marshall Walker May 2015 - Present
Green Shoots Marketing June 2011 - Present
Niko B Organic Chocolates 2009 - 2012
Cancer Research UK 2009 - 2011
Cacao Anasa 2005 - 2008
Bay Area Children First 2003 - 2005
Alameda Public Health Department - - Community Health Services Division 2002 - 2003
Oakland Ready To Learn 2001 - 2002
International Conference on Natural Medicine - Cuba February 2000 - August 2000
Global Exchange 1996 - 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, LinkedIn Training, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, CRM, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Team Building, Relationship Management, Business Strategy, Business Relationship..., Forecasting, Business Development, Event Management, Recruiting, Project Management, Business Relationship..., PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Charity Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Community Engagement, Community Health, Microsoft Office, Content Writing, Charities, Budgets
christian genest
Chef d'entreprise, cabinet de thérapies
Alternative Medicine
Education
1969 — 1976
doctorat, médecine
cristina angelini
Psicoterapeuta. Trainer
Human Resources
Education
California Institute of Integral Studies 2011 — 2011
Special Student in Philosophy,Cosmology, and Consciousness, "Psyche and Cosmos"
M.U.M.- Maharishi University of Management 2010 — 2011
Master in Vedic Science -1st semester, Vedic Philosophy
Project Adventure, Inc.Hamilton, Maine, USA 1999 — 1999
outdoor training, Experencial and participative methodology
Università di Roma "La Sapienza" 1987 — 1992
5 years Degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology
Experience
AIDOS 2002 - Present
Private Practice in Psychotherapy 1995 - Present
Aidos, Associazione Italiana Donne per lo Sviluppo January 1992 - Present
FREE LANCE 1992 - Present
UPP 2015 - 2015
Italian School of Reichian Analysis (S.I.A.R), 2010 - 2014
UPIM January 2009 - December 2009
FS Formazione Trenitalia January 2007 - December 2009
Skills
Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Organizational..., Psychotherapy, Training