Naikan Therapy

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Naikan Therapy is an alternative form to traditional Western psychotherapy. It's origin is rooted in Zen Buddhism and consists of guided self reflection, and meditative introspection. Unlike Zen Buddhism, naikan is exempt of the spiritual teachings, but for some, this can be an integral aspect to the process itself. Traditionally, in Japan, naikan is practiced in the form of a one week to three week long retreat, where individuals detach from the day to day aspects of life, fully immersing themselves in the practice throughout the day.  This practice has been modified to meet the busy lives of Western tempo, not unlike weekly therapy session you find with traditionally therapy practices.