Special Programs

In addition to Advanced Recovery and The Dante School, the institute offers the following special programs. Each is available in-person and at-a-distance via phone and online. Fees and schedule are arranged with the faculty member.

This is a new program for professionals who want to add clinical applications of meditation and imagery to their practice. Click here to learn more.

In an era in which "eighty is the new sixty," more people are seeking ways of growth beyond their historical experience in their family and work environments. We offer a map and teachings that cultivate the strengths of body, mind and spirit that lie latent in the so-called older person. Clients interested in this service may write Richard Grossman and have an initial discussion with him regarding problems and goals. Depending on the unique individual needs of the client, Richard will either make specific referrals for further work, or set up additional appointments with the appropriate Institute faculty member. Not only the network of faculty but other resources in such fields as Yogic therapy, nutritional counseling, art and music therapies, herbalogy, etc may be recommended and facilitated.

With an emphasis on the discovery of inner capacities, we teach new ways to manage pain, endure medical treatments, deal with fear and uncertainties and the attendant family issues that arise during chronic illness. Our faculty member, Richard Grossman, former director of the Center for Health in Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, leads retreats for the Cancer Help Program of Smith Farm Centers for the Healing Arts. Clients dealing with aspects of chronic illness should first write Richard Grossman who will introduce the client to the services and allied resources of the Institute.

Our faculty member, Victoria Gulino, M.A, leads individual and group classes in art as a way of healing and growth for children and adults.