Charles Freligh

Psychologist, PhD

Northfield, MN 55057, USA

45.5k Followers

Charles has a PhD in clinical psychology and currently works as a remote therapist specializing in helping clients to be more present in daily life. He is a published author (The Will to Do Nothing), university professor, and visual artist. He has spent time living at a Zen monastery, but does not identify as Buddhist. His work is rooted in the healing power of presence, and his teachings provide a unique combination of psychology, philosophy, and spirituality, to help make ancient wisdom more accessible and applicable to modern life.

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Specialities

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Spirituality

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Anxiety

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Life Coaching

Reviews

Brenda Castano

May 11, 2026

I loved 😍 it.. thank you definitely will start again

Vee

May 10, 2026

I’ve been in therapy on and off for many years and I find that each time I venture in, I learn something new or perhaps it finally sinks in. This was no different. I feel empowered with some new tools and perspectives. Thanks Charles.

Jenny F

May 6, 2026

Have been enjoying the segments in my bath at night. Have come to have a feeling about the Tao. For me it is a universal presence that has always existed. There is no emotion. Just a calm presence. When i am conscious of being in it there is peace and understanding. I will revisit the lessons. Thank you Charles..maybe I can make it to one of your in person workshops. someday

Bryan Moiser

May 5, 2026

An excellent course which I am already looking forward to repeating. It’s not just the micro-Zen moments that are good for meditation. It’s the music at the beginning and end, it’s Charles’ voice and the space between the words. An outstanding guide for anyone seeking to stop being the wave and realise they are the ocean.

Christy LZ

May 3, 2026

This was incredibly grounding. I didn’t realize all the distraction and tension I was holding in my body until I did this. Thank you

Gillean

May 1, 2026

love all of charles courses . so much wisdom , Just thanks

Tina McKinney

May 1, 2026

You are so good at this. You explain and interpret so well! I’m new to “this” (6 months) and it has already helped so much with my anxiety. Thank you Charles.

Kay

Apr 30, 2026

Lovely beginning to my day. Appreciate the quiet spaces, and virtually no music. Perfect 🙏.

Dave M

Apr 29, 2026

I’ve been interested in Taoism ever since reading The Tao of Pooh and The Tao of Physics, but it’s mostly been an intellectual experience. This course has *begun* to help me experience it at a deeper level.

Lars Norris

Apr 28, 2026

Absolutely brilliant and beautiful. I came to look forward to my 5minutes of peace and presence each day.

My Practice

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Virtual

Client Age

Adult

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Other

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Speaks English

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