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Kent Welsh, Ph.D. is a retired clinical psychologist in Mobile. He began meditating in the early 1970’s and has taught relaxation and meditation techniques to numerous individuals and groups over the years. Kent began meditating at the Meditation Center of Alabama in early 2010 and has been a regular member of the meditation group there.
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​​Cay Welsh, Ph.D. is a retired clinical psychologist who earned her graduate degrees at the University of Alabama and completed her internship at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She has been a faculty member at several universities and retired from the University of South Alabama after more than 30 years as Director of the Psychology Clinic. Her professional training and experience has included the use of relaxation, biofeedback, hypnosis and mindfulness as a component of psychotherapy & behavior change. 

Al is a local Qigong instructor who is passionate about helping the community. He regularly teaches Qigong classes at Virginia’s Health Food Store. MCA is honored to welcome Al to our retreat.

Carmen recently completed her diploma for Integrative Healing Arts. She is passionate about the interconnectedness of the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of life. Meditation has been an integral part of this pursuit and she has been attending the Meditation Center of Alabama where her interest has been nurtured and encouraged! She has been playing the singing bowls as a means of relaxation, restoration, and balance since 2020 and is excited to share this modality with others!

Matthew Whyte has been meditating intermittently for many years through martial arts and spiritual practice/study. For the past five years, he has deepened his meditation practice after ordaining as a Buddhist monk and subsequently becoming a certified meditation and mindfulness trainer through the World Peace Initiative (WPI). Matthew holds an Associates degree in Intelligence Operations, Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice/Sociology and a Master’s degree in Leadership Development. Matthew’s previous career as a Special Agent with the DEA, Probation Officer, Parole Officer, Lifeskills/Substance Abuse Facilitator, United States Marine Corp, Martial Artist, and Educator/Administrator reflects a person who sincerely wants to make a difference with some of societal problems and people’s intrinsic desire in seeking happiness and self fulfillment. He has finished the 42-day self development program, the one week meditation retreat, Better Me Model course, and certification program with WPI in 2025. Matthew is an active member with the Meditation Center of Alabama and enjoys sharing his experiences with others who have an interest in the path of meditation, peace, and practical spiritual development.

Maryella Matthews is a yoga instructor at Above and Beyond Yoga studio in Mobile. She has been teaching various styles of yoga for more than five years. She has trained with Sri Dharma Mittra master teachers and learned the Surya Namaskar vinyasa flow, and recently completed her Hatha Yoga Teacher training. Maryella is a level 2 Reiki practitioner. “I enjoy weaving sound therapy into my yoga classes because I believe it helps restore a sense of wellbeing.”

Stephen: I love exploring sounds and working with energies. Music is a healing art. Thank you for taking this journey with me.

Tony studied at the University of South Alabama graduating in 1990 with a degree in communications and a minor in psychology. Tony served six years in the Army National Guard then became a professional musician. Tony traveled regionally working with an Elton John impersonator for five years. Before that he toured with an Elvis impersonator for 15 years. Tony plays guitar, sax, steel, drum and piano. I began meditating 10 years ago and started coming to the center around 4 years ago. Thanks to Ashley, Black I began and taking an interest in the sound Bowls and have assisted her on several meditation events. I’m very happy to be able to come and meditate and always send the highest love and energy to all of my fellow meditators. I’m very grateful to be here.

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