Join Alliant International University for a presentation focusing on a holistic perspective on health and well-being based on science and practice and look at research around the “nine variables of wellness” through an occupational lens. For over two years, the world has been in a state of uncertainty, caused by a global pandemic, war, divisiveness and climate change – just to name a few factors. We are now at a critical juncture as we figure how to live and adjust to living with the uncertainty of what lies in the future. It is all the more important that we look at mental, physical and social well-being in a holistic way – including in the workplace. In order to cultivate a true culture of well-being, we must go beyond "drink water, exercise, sleep" interventions. For example, research indicates that you can spend an hour every day at the gym but if you then sit in front of the computer for another 6-8 hours, the exercise benefits are negated. RSVP NOW Dr. Debra M. Kawahara is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Distinguished Professor in the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant. She is also a Board of Director for the American Psychological Association. Her work centers on multicultural and community psychology; Asian American mental health; women in leadership; and family systems and therapy. She maintains a private practice where she provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as consultation to working professionals and organizations. Dr. Cheryl Fisher is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC)and licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the director of the Online MA in Clinical Counseling program with Alliant International University. Certified in EcoPsychology, a trauma specialist and suburban back-yard forager, Dr. Fisher’s research includes the examination of the reciprocal relationship between nature and humans in overall wellness. Alliant International University on Facebook / Instagram
