A Mindful Path to Better Mental Health

"The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven." – John Milton

What if your pursuit of mental health didn’t stop at conventional therapy? What if we looked beyond coping strategies and rather explored the heart of what it means to truly exist in this vast, unpredictable universe? The quest for sanity—real sanity—can mean stepping outside the familiar boundaries and feeling our way into uncharted territory.

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Hi, I Am Mahesi & Work as a Contemplative Counsellor

"Not all who wander are lost," Tolkien wrote, but in the journey to understand the human soul, some of us intentionally venture far beyond the beaten path. I’m not your conventional therapist. I don’t carry the typical credentials because the kind of wisdom I work with doesn’t come from textbooks or certifications. It comes from something deeper, something harder to pin down—but no less vital.

For over 15 years, I trained as a Buddhist contemplative in the Theravada Forest Tradition, immersing myself in practices that go beyond managing emotions or labeling experiences. And for more than 30 years, I’ve been teaching and guiding others to explore the luminous, often hidden dimensions of their own inner lives. My principal teachers weren’t institutions; they were exceptional & impactful radiant spirits I’ve been fortunate to encounter—those who taught me to look into the essence of being.

If you’re ready to step outside conventional therapy and explore a contemplative approach to sanity, clarity, and understanding your place in this vast universe, here is place you can start. This isn’t therapy as you know it—it’s something deeper. Something transformative.

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"No one and nothing can free you but your own understanding." Ajahn Chah

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"In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity." – Sun Tzu

Anxiety is on the rise. Our culture is shifting faster than ever, leaving many of us feeling untethered, overwhelmed, and disconnected. Somewhere along the way, we’ve lost touch with the stillness that comes from being grounded in our true nature. That stillness—the steady, unshakable foundation of our being—isn’t just a luxury. It’s the core of resilience, sanity, and the courage to live wholeheartedly.

Here’s the truth: any sanity I’ve found in my own life didn’t come from theory or isolated effort. It came through relationship—through a profound exchange in the context of a great lineage, where wisdom is passed soul-to-soul, heart-to-heart. This is the gift of an oral tradition, and it’s something I’m here to share with you.

Let’s talk, one-on-one. Not about quick fixes or surface-level strategies, but about finding that deep, quiet ground within you—the place where stability, strength, and clarity already exist.

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"True wisdom comes to each of us when we realize how little we understand about life, ourselves, and the world around us." – Socrates

What if the best insights about life didn’t come in formal classrooms or rigid settings, but in the natural flow of conversation? At a dinner table, by the ocean, or even over a drink at the pub? That’s where I want to meet you—wherever you feel at ease, ready to explore what truly matters.

As someone rooted in Buddhist teachings but open to breaking traditions, I’ve found that the best exchanges happen when people come together in a relaxed space, ready to share and learn. I usually start with a short talk—20 minutes to set the tone and get us all on the same wavelength. From there, it’s about diving deeper. Sometimes, this includes a guided exploration of the breath, using it as a gateway to connect with our bodies and beyond.

Wherever we meet, this is about more than theory. It’s about real conversations, practical insights, and finding meaningful ways to connect with life. Let’s make it simple, open, and transformative.