James Finley, Ph.D.

is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Finley spent a number of years under the spiritual direction of Thomas Merton, and they were contemporaries during Finley's six years at the Abbey of Gethsamani. In addition to his clinical practice, Finley leads contemplative retreats and teaches throughout the United States and Canada. His books include Merton's Palace of Nowhere, The Awakening Call, and most recently, The Contemplative Heart.