An Introduction to Compassionate Inquiry®

Self-Study Short Course

Immediate access | Self-paced | Educational only

A gentle, structured introduction to the Compassionate Inquiry® approach for practitioners and individuals who are curious to explore presence, understanding, and the roots of human suffering with clarity and care.

Start your journey in Compassionate Inquiry

Course Overview

Based on the teachings of Dr. Gabor Maté and developed by Sat Dharam Kaur ND, this course reflects over two decades of clinical insight and lived experience.

In this brief introduction, Dr. Maté outlines the intention behind Compassionate Inquiry® and how this self-study course is designed to support reflective, self-directed learning.

Who This Course Is For

This course may be a good fit if you are:

A therapist, coach, counselor, or healthcare-adjacent practitioner
A current or prospective Compassionate Inquiry® student
A professional seeking a trauma-informed, non-pathologizing lens
An individual interested in self-inquiry and personal exploration
Curious about Compassionate Inquiry® before committing to deeper training

This introductory course does not require clinical training or prior experience with Compassionate Inquiry®.

What You’ll Learn

This course is designed to help you see more clearly, rather than do more.

Key areas of exploration include:

The core principles of the Compassionate Inquiry® approach
How childhood experiences can shape emotional and relational patterns
The role of curiosity, presence, and attunement in inquiry
Why symptoms and behaviors often make sense in context
How to relate to suffering with compassion rather than judgment

What’s Included

This self-study short course includes over 30 hours of recorded learning materials, thoughtfully organized to support gradual, reflective engagement.

The course includes:

A course introduction with Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam Kaur ND
A four-part Compassionate Inquiry® workshop with Dr. Maté
Summaries of eight core Compassionate Inquiry® modules
Ten recorded conversations with Dr. Maté, with written transcripts
Supplementary PDFs and narrated learning materials

All materials are delivered online.
You’ll receive immediate access upon enrollment and can move through the course whenever it feels supportive.

Course Fees & Registration

$350 CAD (one-time payment)
Includes full access to all course materials and teachings.

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Why Compassionate Inquiry®

Compassionate Inquiry® is grounded in the understanding that human suffering is not a personal failure but a meaningful response to life experience.

Rather than focusing on techniques or outcomes, this approach emphasizes:

Emotional safety
Respect for the nervous system
Deep listening and curiosity
Understanding before interpretation

This course offers a way of seeing differently—yourself and others.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a refund or cancellation option for this course?

How long will I have access to the course?

Are transcripts and downloadable materials included?

Is this course a prerequisite for Professional Training?

Is this course facilitated or self-guided?

Are Continuing Education (CE) credits available?

Begin Your Self-Study Journey Today

If you’re curious about Compassionate Inquiry® and want an accessible, thoughtfully structured introduction, this self-study course offers a meaningful place to begin.

You’re invited to begin when and if it feels right for you.