Patty Hlava, Ph.D.

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Patty brings over 25 years of experience, study, & practice in the fields of self-actualization & psychology. In addition to her 15-year history as a mental health professional, she holds certifications as a Meditation Instructor, Ayurveda Wellness Counselor, & Yoga Teacher. Retired from clinical practice, Patty is a professor at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology at Sofia University, teaching master's and doctorate-level courses & supporting doctoral students' research.

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Reviews

Britt Fellows

May 27, 2026

Thank you 🙏🏼

Britt Fellows

May 27, 2026

Thank you. Just what my body needed in this moment. 🙏🏼 Namaste

Lore Elyse

May 14, 2026

Beautiful calming meditation that helped me ground and get out of the spinning mind. Thank you.

Lisa

May 5, 2026

Thanks Patty. Your meditation is a regular favourite of mine. It always leaves me feeling warm and supported.

Peter

Apr 24, 2026

I'm delighted I finished this course, a clear practical understanding of how yoga nidra can improve our lives, bring us peace and serenity beneath the hustle and bustle of everyday life 🙏❤️

Victoria Bentley

Apr 21, 2026

Just what I needed when I felt so tired I couldn’t finish my day without a 3 hour nap! Thank you!

Evelien

Apr 8, 2026

Thank you so much 🙏🏽💕 I am feeling so much regret fot past actions, coming from a place of close heart. Even though I know I’m only human and everything that’s not an act of love, is a cry for love, I still find it challenging to really feel this. Your beautiful meditation is a small step on the way to more softness towards myself 🌸

Emmie

Mar 27, 2026

I needed that more than I realized. Thank you 🙏🏼

Rob

Feb 9, 2026

What a lovely compassion break. I enjoyed it and will come back.

Kam McKim

Feb 6, 2026

This was a fabulous meditation, Patty. I will return to it again. Miss you on lives. Hope you’re doing well. 🙏🤗Kam

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