Dorothy Charles

With a teaching path that began at Esalen in 1982, Dorothy Charles brings decades of depth, presence, and insight to her work. As a student of Esalen co-founder Richard Price, she has developed a practice that blends Esalen body-centered Gestalt with relational Gestalt theory, offering participants a grounded and deeply human approach to personal exploration.

Her workshops are known for creating a supportive space where awareness, connection, and embodied understanding can unfold naturally. Drawing on years of experience, Dorothy guides people toward greater clarity in how they relate to themselves and others, while honoring the wisdom of the body as an essential part of the healing process.

She leads workshops across Asia, Europe, and the U.S., sharing a style of facilitation that is thoughtful, experiential, and richly informed by her long association with Esalen.