Moderated by IONS CEO Claire Lachance, and featuring panelists Dr. Garret Yount, Dr. Michael Sapiro, and Nina Fry-Kizler.
Please join us as we swing open the doors for ConnectIONS Live! Normally available only to IONS Members, we are making this special series on noetic wisdom available to all who are interested. Moderated by CEO Claire Lachance, our first installment features members of our research team who will share their insights and offer perspectives on inner tools that can support physical, emotional, and mental health — especially in times of uncertainty. There will be ample time to ask questions so bring your inquisitive mind!
Noetic Approaches to Health & Wellbeing
Friday, March 27, 2020
11:00 am – 12:15 pm (Pacific)
Panelists
Garret Yount, PhD, is a Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences. Dr. Yount’s primary interest is bridging molecular neurobiology with aspects of consciousness and the nonmaterial mind. He began his formal studies in consciousness research with a small grant from the Institute of Noetic Sciences in 1995, which allowed him to work with biofield practitioners and spiritual healers in the laboratory. Read More
Michael Sapiro, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist, Dharma teacher, and former Buddhist monk. He is on faculty at Esalen Institute and is a Fellow at the Institute of Noetic Sciences where he engages in research on meditation, transformation, and consciousness. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship in advanced psychology at the Boise VA Medical Center where he specialized in rural health, PTSD, and combat trauma. Dr. Sapiro teaches nationally on the art and science of transformation, expanded human capabilities, self-care, and meditation for personal and community growth. Read More
Nina Fry-Kizler, MA, is a Program Development Specialist & Science Liaison at IONS. A former professor in the Holistic Health Education Masters Program at JFK University, she teaches classes on the psychology and physiology of stress, the challenges of change/transformation, energy models of healing, wellness coaching and mind-body approaches to self-care. Nina was trained in the Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training program from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine and as a Birth Doula through Doulas of North America. Read More
