PHILIP GOLDBERG
Author - Spiritual Coach - Public Speaker

My Books

MAKING PEACE WITH GOD
Collaboration with Harold Bloomfield, MD, published in 2003
THIS IS NEXT YEAR
A novel about a family, baseball, and Brooklyn, set in 1955
GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY -- and -- THE 6 SECRETS OF A LASTING RELATIONSHIP
Two collaborations with eminent psychiatrist Mark Goulston
PAIN REMEDIES
An essential home reference book for whatever ails you
MAKING PEACE WITH YOUR PAST
The 6 Essential Steps to Enjoying a Great Future
THE BEST THAT I CAN BE
The life of the great Olympic champion, Rafer Johnson
OTHER WORKS
The rest of my books

SWAHA

SPIRITUAL WELLNESS AND HEALING ASSOCIATES

SWAHA is a Sanskrit word that suggests bowing to, or saluting, the all-encompassing Divine. We chose it as our acronym because SWAHA is dedicated to helping individuals achieve a complete, thriving spiritual life and optimal physical wellness--each of which reinforces the other. We draw on a variety of spiritual practices and natural healing modalities, employed by well trained professionals.

Spiritual Wellness:

Research shows that engaging in religious or spiritual practice is a boon to overall health and well-being—-but only if your spiritual life is free of dysfunction and suits your personality and circumstances. SWAHA services are dedicated to:

- Helping individuals develop a healthy, grounded spirituality, regardless of their beliefs, faith or tradition
- Helping couples and families resolve religious and spiritual conflict
- Helping healthcare and other professionals assist clients to optimize spiritual wellness
- Helping groups create an environment conducive to spiritual well-being and harmony

With our practical, real-life approach, you can reap the many rewards of Spiritual Wellness: more joy, more love, more peace, more balance, more fulfillment, more wholeness, more life -- and, ultimately, union with the divine.

COUNSELING

Private sessions, in person and by telephone, combining the insights of modern psychology and universal spiritual principles. Whether you are a new seeker looking for the right entry point or a spiritual veteran who has run into roadblocks, SWA’s integrative approach will empower you to:

- Take charge of your spiritual destiny and navigate your unique path
- Learn practices that fit your unique needs
- Integrate your spiritual life with career and family responsibilities
- Dramatically accelerate your personal growth
- Heal religious wounds
- Work on troubling psychological and emotional issues in a spiritual context
- Gain clarity about your faith and religion
- Take the next steps on your journey with dignity and integrity

For a personal appointment or for more information, call 310-827-8266.

QUINTESSENTIAL STRESS BUSTING

Excessive stress not only destroys health, it can poison every aspect of individual and organizational life. Our holistic approach to stress management utilizes powerful, proven techniques for the mind, body, emotions, relationships and spirit.

MEDITATION INSTRUCTION

Hundreds of scientific studies have found meditation to be effective for calming the body and quieting the mind. Whether you are interested in a health-promoting way to relax or a deep spiritual practice you can do regularly on your own, the simple but powerful form of meditation we teach will give you what you need. Anyone can meditate—all you need is proper instruction and follow-up.

WEDDINGS and COUPLES COUNSELING

We create memorable ceremonies that reflect a couple’s most sacred values, regardless of their heritage or beliefs. Counseling is available for couples with different religious traditions or spiritual paths.

LECTURES AND WORKSHOPS

Presentations of varying lengths and formats, for public events, private conferences, religious and spiritual organizations, business and civic groups. Click below for more information and a list of topics.


For information on SWA, call 310-827-8266, or send an e-mail by clicking the link below.


* Spiritual Wellness Associates was founded by interfaith minister and author Philip Goldberg. A network of professionals is called upon when their expertise is required.


The swan is the symbol of Spiritual Wellness and Healing Associates. It stands for:

- Gliding on the waters of life with serenity, dignity and grace

- The magnificent beauty that the ugly duckling within us attains when we realize our true nature

- Spiritual discernment; in India, it is said that a swan, given a mixture of milk and water, can drink only the milk

Performing a wedding ceremony in Malibu