Peter Tyler

Prof Peter Tyler is a Professor of Pastoral Theology and Spirituality at St Mary’s University, UK. He holds a PhD from Durham University and is a UKCP-registered psychotherapist, contributing to the dialogue between spirituality and psychotherapy. He directs the InSpiRe Centre for Initiatives in Spirituality and Reconciliation and co-edits the journal Vinayasadhana on psycho-spiritual formation. His research focuses on mystical theology, interfaith dialogue, and the intersection of psychology with spiritual practices.

• Education: PhD (Durham, 2000), MA Integrative Psychotherapy (Merit, 2000), MTh Philosophy of Religion (Heythrop College, 1994), BA Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (Oxford, 1984).
• Professional Roles: External Examiner for multiple theology programs, Visiting Scholar at Sarum College, and representative on Anglican-Roman Catholic committees.

Research interests include Spanish mysticism (e.g., Teresa of Ávila, John of the Cross), Edith Stein’s philosophy, and the application of mystical theology to contemporary issues like ecology and mental health. He explores themes such as mindfulness, sannyāsa (Christian renunciation), and dialogue between Christian and Eastern spiritual traditions. His work bridges academic theology with practical pastoral care and psychological insight.

Publications span books on Edith Stein, Teresa of Ávila, and mystical theology, alongside articles in journals like New Blackfriars, Religions, and Buddhist-Christian Studies. He frequently lectures on topics like psychotherapy and spirituality, and his work is informed by interdisciplinary approaches to theological and philosophical questions.

Prof Tyler’s external engagements include roles at institutions in India, Ireland, and the US, reflecting his commitment to global theological discourse. He also contributes to media discussions on faith and modernity, emphasizing the relevance of contemplative traditions in contemporary contexts.