Kevin Anderson PhD, Psychotherapist
Kevin Anderson, Ph.D. is a psychologist, poet, and writer who lives in the Toledo, Ohio area. His two most recent books are Now is Where God Lives: A Year of Nested Meditations to Delight the Mind and Awaken the Soul and The Inconceivable Surprise of Living (225 brief essays inspired by life-changing quotations). He can be contacted at [email protected] or through his website: thewingedlife.com

The Whale of Attachment Distress
Small events create huge disturbances in our relationships. “Old wounds, usually…
“Moon River,” JT, and Me
Simple joys help us flow back to the best things in life. “Never have I so sense…
Never Lose a Holy Curiosity
Kevin Anderson, PhD, answers questions from S&H readers. “With COVID-19, the…
This Printer May Not Exist: From Believing to Knowing
Does God exist? There are other questions that are even more important, such as …
What Fixing a YouTube TV Signal Can Teach About Inner Peace
Meditation can assist us with depression by reminding us to tune into a higher e…
Put Your Self-Compassion on First, Then Assist Others
“I am a good, kind, and ethical person, but I feel that I sometimes lack compass…
A Prayer That’s Always Answered
Prayer is a way to recenter one’s life on an energy beyond success, money, or re…
Brokenness Expands Our Capacity for Non-Judgment
Empathy and non-judgment lie at the heart of the therapeutic experience. “Streng…
Casting a Vote of Confidence in the Indwelling Divine
Passionate about voting this year? How many “votes” do you cast each day with yo…
Healing Relationships With “Holy Breath” Listening
Practicing “Holy Breath” listening can positively impact even the most turbulent…
Men, Friendship, and Infidelity
“What happens when the vulnerability he’s feeling is about something in the marr…
We All Suffer From H.E.L.P. (Human Existential Looping Problem), but There’s Help!
Stuck in a rut—or a loop? “Thoughts we’ve had thousands of times are easier to h…
An Old and Surprisingly Helpful Definition of Sin
What if we define sin as “anxious self-centeredness”? When we empty ourselves of…
“I’m Turned Off by the Higher Power Language in A.A.”
“The brightness of an incandescent bulb is determined by how many twists are in …
Giving Voice to Anxiety and Acceptance
Having a hard time meditating because of anxious thoughts? Try saying your worri…
The Spiritual Dementia of Racism
“The place to start deepening my understanding of the unconditional worth of eve…
"I Feel Like I'm Losing It"
Question: My 80-year-old mother died six months ago—nine weeks after she w…
Mindfulness, Itchy Eyes, and Protecting Yourself From COVID-19
In the age of COVID-19, mindfulness is a way to stay safe.
Build a Compassion Cell Garden
Do you accept the challenge to take a walk and take a stand? The compassion cell…
Compassion Cell Credo
Kevin Anderson offers a call to action: My membership in the human race is my tr…
Spirituality and Relationships
Close relationships can bring out the best and worst in us. A mindful approach t…
Spirituality and Psychotherapy
"Most of the people who consult me now want to explore a spiritual perspective o…
Spirituality and Addictions
"When I’m trying to encourage clients struggling with addiction to attend a 12-s…
Spirituality and Anxiety
Anxious? Approaching the problem with self-compassion and mindfulness may help. …
Spirituality and Depression
Therapist Kevin Anderson reflects on the connection between spirituality and dep…
Spirituality, Mental Health, and Therapy: The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
Spirituality and mental health are often thought of as two separate tracks in a …
Divine Brine for the Dis-Ease of...
The Comparative MindComparing is great for prices at the grocery store, but when…
Surprised by Grace
How often are you startled by afresh spiritual awareness — a simple and unexpect…