Roshi Joan Halifax, PhD

Roshi Joan Halifax, PhD is a dedicated Founder of Upaya Zen Center & Author of Standing at the Edge specializing in Meditation and meditation practices. Roshi Joan Halifax, PhD is a Zen priest, anthropologist, author of Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet. Roshi Joan Halifax, PhD provides compassionate, professional guidance to help clients ease anxiety, cultivate presence, and build sustainable daily calm habits.

Core Practice Methodologies & Modalities

• Meditation Integration: Structured Course, Workshop sessions delivered Online to foster deep relaxation, body-mind awareness, and stress resilience.
• GRACE Compassion & Edge States: Practical, evidence-informed techniques targeted at calming an overactive mind and restoring emotional equilibrium.
• Flexible Delivery & Format: Accessible online engagement tailored for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

Specialized Focus Areas & Client Benefits

• Targeted support for GRACE Compassion, Edge States, End of Life Care.
• Effective tools for managing overthinking, insomnia, nervous system dysregulation, and daily burnout.
• Clear session structure with rates starting at Available on Request.