Faculty
Sherie Wylie Markova is Lead Faculty at the University of Santa Monica, where she facilitates transformational, soul-centered education and supports students in integrating spiritual principles into their personal and professional lives. She holds a Master of Arts in Spiritual Psychology, a Certificate in Consciousness, Health, and Healing, and completed two years of advanced study in Counseling Psychology, all from USM. She also earned a Master’s and Doctorate in Spiritual Science from Peace Theological Seminary & College of Philosophy (PTS), where she has served as Dean for over 14 years, overseeing global academic and administrative operations, and facilitating graduate and undergraduate classes for spiritual seekers. Her professional background includes 7 years as a Behavioral Therapist, designing and facilitating programs for children with autism. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to the intersection of psychology and spirituality, beginning with her undergraduate studies in psychology while living in Japan. There, she also explored raja yoga, meditation, and the spiritual traditions that continue to inform her teaching and leadership today. Sherie lives in San Diego, California, with her husband, Spas. She enjoys travel, photography, flamenco dance, hiking, and heartfelt conversations.
