Joseph Litven, PhD
Advisory Council
Dr. Joseph Litven is a psychologist, trainer, and coach, working in the treatment of addiction. Joe received his Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford University in 1973, and has taught at Stanford, Brandeis, Acadia, St. Mary’s and Dalhousie Universities. Since 1973 he has been a practicing psychologist and organizational consultant, specializing in mindfulness based executive coaching and strategic interventions in the health care system. Joe has also helped to develop and lead a 4-week curriculum for addictions services clients and staff, based on the view and practice of mindfulness. A lifetime practitioner of mindfulness, he has led meditation programs throughout the world. He has also been a radio DJ and currently is enjoying his family and bicycling in the countryside of Nova Scotia.