Rainier brings together an East meets West approach to being fully and deeply alive. He has studied spirituality with Zen masters and Sufi mystics. He has sat under the feet of Jungian depth psychologists and brilliant existential philosophers. His insatiable curiosity and hunger for wisdom has taken him around the globe learning from anyone who could shine a light on deeper transformation. He holds a Masters Degree in Psychology and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Coaching and Dialectical Behavioral Studies. He also is certified as a teacher in the Enneagram of Personality and Career Counseling. For the past 20 years his teachings and writings have revolutionized thousands of lives as they struggle to experience courage and joy in their every day experience, as well as find deeper intimacy with themselves and others.

Rainier is a highly sought after mentor and consultant to authors, athletes, business professionals, coaches, healers, and ordinary radicals who want to see change in their world. His life and wisdom continue to inspire and ignite. He is known for his unique blend of spirituality and in depth strategic coaching. People thrive under his compassionate and straight forward approach to living in reality as it is. He is the author of “As You Are: Meditations on Self & Other” and the co-host of LOVE LIKE HELL podcast. Together with his partner Kristi, they and their 4 children, live and play all over the world. You can find his daily essays on intimacy, creativity, and living a joy-filled and courageous existence @rainierwylde.