California Institute for Human Science
| Type | Private Graduate school |
|---|---|
| Established | 1992 |
| President | Dr. Jeffrey Martin |
| Provost | Dr. Stacy Gomes |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | cihs |
The California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) is a private, non-profit graduate university located in Encinitas, California. Founded in 1992 by Dr. Hiroshi Motoyama, the institution offers graduate programs in psychology, integral health, and integral noetic sciences that bridge scientific inquiry with spiritual traditions.[1]
History
CIHS was established in 1992 by Hiroshi Motoyama (1925–2015), a Japanese scientist, Shinto priest, and parapsychologist.[2] Dr. Motoyama founded the institute with the mission of creating an integrative worldview wherein insights derived from religion, spirituality, and science could be harmonized and unified. His vision was to provide leadership through cutting-edge scientific research and innovative programs of higher education aimed at reconciling science and spirituality.
The institution underwent significant development in the late 1990s under the leadership of physicist Thomas G. Brophy, who joined as Dean of Administration in 1997. Under his guidance, CIHS began exploring regional accreditation.[3] Dr. Brophy later became President of CIHS in 2019 and oversaw the institution's successful achievement of regional accreditation in 2021 from the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).[4]
Academic programs
CIHS offers graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels:
Psychology
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (for licensure)
- Ph.D. in Integral Psychology
- M.A. in Psychology with various concentrations including:
- Consciousness & Transformation
- Parapsychology
- Psychedelics, Consciousness, & Transformation
- Spirituality & Whole Person Psychology
Integral Health
- Ph.D. in Integral Health
- M.A. in Integral Health
- M.A. in Integral Health with concentration in Yoga Therapy
Integral Noetic Sciences
- Ph.D. in Integral Noetic Sciences
- M.A. in Integral Noetic Sciences with concentrations in:
- Anomalous Studies
- Psychedelics, Consciousness, & Transformation
- UAP and Consciousness Studies
- Wisdom Design
Philosophy and approach
The institute's educational philosophy is rooted in Dr. Motoyama's principles, which emphasize:
- Integration of science and religion
- Understanding human existence from the perspective of body, mind, and spirit
- Development of energy medicine for disease prevention and health promotion
- Scientific investigation of meditation practices for spiritual growth
- Research into consciousness, subtle energies, and the mind-body connection
CIHS describes its mission as illuminating humanity through research-informed programs and equipping students with a deeper understanding of the nature of reality. The curriculum integrates scientific rigor with spiritual perspectives, drawing from Eastern and Western traditions.
Research centers
CIHS maintains research centers focused on consciousness studies, subtle energies, and integrative health approaches. The institute collaborates with the Chopra Foundation's Integrated Studies Health Archive & Repository (ISHAR) for research in consciousness studies and integrative medicine.
The institution has hosted symposiums with notable researchers including Stuart Hameroff, founder and director of the Tucson Science of Consciousness conferences, focusing on consciousness research and its applications to conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
Campus
The university is located at 701 Garden View Court in Encinitas, California, approximately 25 miles north of San Diego. CIHS offers both online and in-person courses, serving a global student body through its online platform while maintaining its physical campus in the San Diego area.
Continuing education
Through its CIHS Enlighten program, the institute offers personal enrichment programs and continuing education for wellness professionals, including seminars and events in areas such as sound healing, meditation, Ayurveda, and spirituality.
Institutional affiliations
CIHS is affiliated with several organizations in the consciousness studies field:
- Society for Consciousness Studies
- Institute of Noetic Sciences
- International Association for the Study of Dreams
- Various consciousness research organizations globally
See also
- Parapsychology
- Consciousness studies
- Integral theory
- Noetic science
- Hiroshi Motoyama
- Institute of Noetic Sciences
References
- ↑ "California Institute for Human Science". Idealist.org. Retrieved November 2, 2025.
- ↑ "Hiroshi Motoyama". The International Journal of Regression Therapy. January 26, 2024. Retrieved November 2, 2025.
- ↑ "Announcing IONS Incoming President!". Institute of Noetic Sciences. November 17, 2023. Retrieved November 2, 2025.
- ↑ "California Institute for Human Science". WASC Senior College and University Commission. Retrieved November 2, 2025.
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