Pierre is the first philosophical counselor in the West. He has pioneered and practiced Socratic Midwifery in Southern California since the 1960s. Pierre founded both Opening Mind Academy and the Noetic Society, and is a Director of the APPA. Alan Watts called Pierre "a true Jnana Yogi". Pierre is a legendary sage and luminous beacon for all who aspire to find meaning and attain excellence in their lives.