Our Teacher

Flint Sparks, PhD

is a Zen teacher and former psychologist dedicated to assisting people in the unending path of growing up and waking up. He is an experienced therapist and a master teacher who assists people in the skillful softening of barriers to love, both inside and outside. He is a clear and caring resource on the path of freedom from unnecessary suffering.

Flint has nearly four decades of experience in the practice and teaching of psychotherapy. He is also a Zen teacher who leads retreats throughout North America and Europe.  Flint lives on Molokai in Hawaii.  Flint first led a Zen retreat in the Twin Cities in 2017 and continues to guide our community through in person and virtual retreat offerings.