Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 2)

Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 2)

Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 2)Poh Gan
Published on: 15/12/2025

In Part 1, I shared my journey as an Asian, neurodivergent woman integrating psychology and Buddhist practice. In Part 2, I want to talk more about the rise of process-based therapy approach, the importance of understanding ancient wisdom in its fullness, and the deeper questions about decolonising spirituality in Western psychology.

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Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 1)

Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 1)

Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 1)Poh Gan
Published on: 15/12/2025

After 17 years of being a psychologist, it's drilled into me: practice under the scientist-practitioner model. Use evidence-based approaches. Stay close to the research. But here's what they don't tell you.

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