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Valeria Arias, is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist currently working as a Clinical Therapist at Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center (BMC). Her work is informed by Emotional and Solution Focused therapies. She frequently utilizes the integration of spirituality as an approach to whole person care. With an emphasis on increasing emotional awareness and interpersonal communication, Valeria promotes strong healthy relationships through emotional attunement, communication skills, and boundaries. Valeria’s knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) grounds her understanding of how trauma informs relational interactions personally and professionally. Her work and advocacy in the community have helped support family resiliency and collective healing.
Jessica Bruny is the CEO/Founder of JessBeU, a dynamic force dedicated to transforming lives through a multifaceted approach to well-being. Recently, she was highlighted in the LA Times about turning her dreams into reality during the pandemic by establishing her first business, JessBeU, LLC. She has partnered with California Health Collaborative to develop corporate wellness programs and has taught diverse healing circles throughout the state of California. She has also worked with the African Student Programs (ASP) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR), Pitzer College; Casa Pitzer, Crocker Art Museum, COPE Health Soultions, Girl Scouts; Inglewood, YMCA Camp Edwards with Girls Y Vibe from the University of Redlands, and other notable organizations. With a passion for wellness that transcends generations she has seamlessly blended her expertise in life coaching, mindfulness tools, and healing modalities.
Lorraine Hedtke, MSW, ACSW, PhD is a well-known veteran narrative therapist who has turned the world of modern-day grief psychology upside down. She specializes in working within a narrative therapy frame with people who are dying as well as with families after a loved one has died. Her most recent publication, co-authored with Dr. John Winslade, The Crafting of Grief: Constructing Aesthetic Responses to Loss (2017) has been met with critical acclaim and has published numerous additional books and more than twenty articles and book chapters on claiming love and life affirming stories after a person has died. She is a Professor at California State University San Bernardino in the Masters Counseling program and the proprietor of The Fabula Center for counseling and training in Redlands, California. More about her work and many other writings can be found at her website: rememberingpractices.com
Dr. Lynnette Sullivan earned her Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) and is Licensed as both a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Lynette promotes holistic wellness through self-empowerment and self-care. As first-generation Mexican college graduate, professional, and parent she recognizes the role being in survival (stress) mode most of her life has played due to limited understanding of wellness. To decrease cycles of stress, she supports professionals shifting from surviving to thriving through greater awareness of and attention to the 8 dimensions of wellness with specific attention to sleep hygiene, financial wellness, and emotional intelligence.
Lauren Wooster is the founder of Revel Peak Coaching. She has been a Career Coach since 2017 and a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach since 2020. She earned her B.A. in English, and her M.A. Ed. in College Counseling. Lauren possesses work experience in public works, university program leadership, and guiding/facilitating in multiple outdoor and experiential settings. She specializes in working with teams and individuals in Education, Healthcare, and Non-Profit industries to enhance employee engagement and workplace well-being. Her recent clients have included the University of Redlands, California University of Science & Medicine, and Emanate Health.
Program Assessment and Evaluation
This project is designed to explore strategies of bringing well-being to the workplace. In order to do this, we would request that anyone who participates in any aspect of the program be invited to participate in a baseline assessment to determine needs and areas of interests.
ACTW has worked with Vision Tolteca before designing surveys and collecting data for Vibe Health and Wellness Festival. Vision Tolteca will design an instrument to assess the needs and interests of the leadership team to better inform the providers and curriculum.
Initial information will be collected to identify any specific needs or areas of interest to inform curriculum and demographics. Periodic feedback throughout and at the conclusion of the program will help us assess and refine the program as needed.
If you chose to complete the self-assessment, we ask that you share this information with us. You can provide a copy via email to ACTW@redlands.edu or to the Program Coordinator, Elaina at the resource table at your next workshop.
Needs Assessments
The program needs assessment aims to thoroughly evaluate the current wellness training needs and preferences of the program pilot participants. This process will include a series of surveys at the beginning, midpoint, and at the conclusion to identify key areas of interest, growth, and concern during the course of the project. We’ll explore topics such as mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, and work-life balance, aiming to tailor our content and curriculum to better serve your needs. The goal is to create a more engaging and effective wellness program that not only addresses the unique challenges you face but that also promotes a holistic approach to health and well-being in the workplace.
Program Evaluation - Coming Soon
Following the completion of our workplace wellness training, participants will be invited to partake in a comprehensive post-program evaluation. This evaluation, accessible through our website, will consist of a concise yet insightful questionnaire designed to gather feedback on various aspects of the training. Participants will be asked to rate the effectiveness of the content, the relevance of the topics covered, the quality of the instructional materials, and the overall impact of the program on their personal and professional well-being. Additionally, there will be an opportunity for open-ended comments, allowing participants to offer suggestions for future improvements or to share specific aspects of the training they found particularly beneficial. The insights gained from this evaluation will be instrumental in refining and enhancing our workplace wellness initiatives.
Core Objectives
Utilize evidence-based methods:
Apply research and data-driven insights to shape a program that’s both effective and relevant to current wellness trends and needs.
Assess the baseline needs and interests of the team:
Conduct thorough evaluations to understand the specific wellness requirements and preferences of the team, ensuring the program is relevant and engaging.
Focus on themes and skill development:
Address key areas such as achieving a healthy work-life balance, maintaining personal and family health, and managing challenging life situations, equipping participants with practical skills and knowledge.
Continuously evaluate and refine the curriculum:
Implement a dynamic approach to curriculum development, allowing for ongoing improvements based on participant feedback and evolving wellness concepts.