About Us

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 Asiana Institute is a pioneering graduate-level academic institute dedicated to training the next generation of Buddhist chaplains and consciousness-informed spiritual caregivers.

 Nestled in the spiritually vibrant city of Chiang Mai, Thailand — the historic heart of Theravada Buddhism and a global hub for meditation and mindful living — we serve as a bridge between ancient Eastern wisdom and contemporary approaches to healing and human flourishing.

At Asiana Institute, we bring together Buddhist-based academic institutions, scholars, and practitioners from around the world to share resources, deepen collaboration, and advance the professional development of Buddhist chaplains and nonmaterialist studies. 

We also pioneer rigorous study in the areas of psi abilities and non-materialist models of consciousness — examining exceptional human experiences, altered states, spiritual emergencies, and the nature of mind through both contemplative practice and critical inquiry. This holistic approach equips our diploma candidates to meet people where they are, supporting them through transition and awakening with wisdom, presence, and ethical integrity.

Whether you are a monastic, a lay practitioner, a mental health professional, or an activist seeking to integrate engaged Buddhism into chaplaincy training and study, our programs foster not only professional competence but profound personal transformation.We are more than a new educational model— we are a growing international collaborative institute committed to elevating Buddhist chaplaincy as an evidence-informed, and wisdom-centered profession for the 21st century. By cultivating kalyāṇamitras (spiritual friends) who embody mettā (loving-kindness), karuṇā (compassion), and paññā (wisdom), Asiana Institute contributes to a more awakened, science-based, and interconnected world.