Mission statement
Work and life are increasingly more stressful. For many years, the rates of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and suicide have been rising.
Thrive's mission is for you to take back your life: to learn strategies and tools; to lead a more effective, healthy, and satisfying life; and to engage more fully in your work, relationships, and family.
Thrive will teach you how to feel more present in your life and in your body. To have more joy and gratitude. To be kinder to yourself. To achieve better life balance. To live in a healthier manner. To be more open to life experiences. And to connect more deeply with yourself and with others.
Engage more fully in your journey of life and thrive!
Thrive's mission is for you to take back your life: to learn strategies and tools; to lead a more effective, healthy, and satisfying life; and to engage more fully in your work, relationships, and family.
Thrive will teach you how to feel more present in your life and in your body. To have more joy and gratitude. To be kinder to yourself. To achieve better life balance. To live in a healthier manner. To be more open to life experiences. And to connect more deeply with yourself and with others.
Engage more fully in your journey of life and thrive!
Well-being consultation
Thrive provides well-being consultations for your organization or business. Our needs-assessment analyses are a “deep dive” into the emotional health and well-being of your students, staff, or team members. We have particular expertise in assessing students in graduate and post-graduate environments. In our needs-assessment analyses, we administer tailored questionnaires and focus groups that evaluate the emotional health and well-being of your organization or business. Our deliverable is a quantitative report that summarizes the current emotional health of the individuals in your organization. Additionally, we provide specific programming recommendations (i.e., workshops, groups, and/or individual coaching) to help your students or team members flourish and thrive. Please contact me for more details.
WorkshopsWorkshops and presentations are brief sessions that provide a group with the skills and tools needed to achieve more effective and satisfying work and/or personal lives. |
Groups Groups provide specialized and longer term support for (1) specific populations that may be encountering shared difficulties or (2) those sharing similar identities. |
coaching
Coaching provides the tools and skills that help individuals clarify and accomplish goals while working to achieve and to live a more optimal life. |
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WHAT CLIENTS are saying
"Heather is the first person I contact when I need help with any kind of wellness issue for students in our graduate program. She does a wonderful job connecting with the students, in one-on-one meetings or larger group settings, and always provides thoughtful tips and advice."
Professor Joshua Gold, Professor of Neuroscience, Chair of the Neuroscience Graduate Group
Co-Director of the Computational Neuroscience Initiative, University of Pennsylvania
"Dr. Hersh provided an engaging and interactive talk on imposter syndrome to my undergraduate class. She made the students feel comfortable enough to discuss sensitive topics including how imposter syndrome relates to gender, ethnicity, race, financial status, and parenting and to discuss how it can manifest in mental health issues. Even students who do not usually speak up about basic course material were willing to ask questions and discuss personal observations during this session. She was able to provide the platform for a meaningful discussion."
Professor Catherine Schrand, Celia Z. Moh Professor of Accounting, Wharton School of Business
Former Vice Dean, Wharton Doctoral Programs, University of Pennsylvania
"Heather gave an imposter syndrome workshop for graduate students at UPenn and it was very informative as well as encouraging. Heather was funny and easygoing throughout the workshop and made me feel comfortable to open up about my struggles with imposter syndrome. She gives good feedback about how to work with overcoming imposter syndrome but remains realistic about how it affects us all in our careers and personal life. I would 100% recommend Heather and am looking forward to attending more workshops with her."
Ana, PhD Student, University of Pennsylvania
"I look back on the time I spent working with Heather as one of immense growth and development, something that I attribute largely to her. As a counselor, Heather is incredibly observant and never failed to help me pin-point the root of my anxiety in a given situation. She always gives honest, kind feedback paired with actionable items that are tailored to a person’s needs. She is also very approachable and never judgmental; she pushed me without ever making me feel uncomfortable. She is a fantastic coach and counselor, and I would without a doubt recommend her to anyone I know!"
S.P., Student, University of Pennsylvania
"Heather Hersh is undeniably committed to sharing strategies for the betterment of others. In addition to hosting two thoughtfully composed imposter syndrome workshops formatted to cater to the needs of graduate students, Heather has now also committed to providing wellness consultation to further her contributions to us. When one of her workshops struck a chord for me, Heather quickly offered support, and her guided questions and kindness helped me reconcile my emotions mindfully and with comfort. I strongly recommend her to anyone that seeks her services, and look forward to working with her again."
Catharine, Ph.D. Student, University of Pennsylvania
“In spring 2020 I requested Dr. Hersh's expertise in helping our clinical team of vets and vet techs navigate the many challenges our staff were facing-- everything from difficulties posed to Essential workers during the pandemic, issues related to compassion fatigue, and heightened stress due to the civil unrest across the country. Our group met with her in small group discussion sessions over the course of several months, and the staff deeply valued their time with her. I strongly believe that she played a significant role in helping numerous members of our team manage during this extremely difficult time.”
Blythe Philips, VMD, Associate Director for Veterinary Care
ULAR, University of Pennsylvania
“Dr. Hersh provided a comforting network of support and guidance for myself and many of my coworkers during an exceptionally difficult time. Mental health has always been an important concept in my life and Dr. Hersh really helped me learn how to better care for myself and others around me with her compassionate nature. She provides tools and concepts tailored to individual needs and always shows understanding and care. Without a doubt, if you are seeking a greater sense of well-being with a knowledgeable and caring provider, I would recommend Dr. Hersh.”
Leah Makaron, DVM, Assistant Professor
Department of Pathobiology, University of Pennsylvania
“Dr. Heather Hersh… has the most interesting and unique perspective of our group. [Not] only is she a mental health doc, she has a good understanding of the things we deal with on a daily basis [as animal care professionals]. Heather was also able to restore my faith in psychology…Since talking to Heather, I’ve not only gained confidence in myself, but her entire profession! She is an amazing listener and offered sound advice every time we talked. I enjoyed the group format and personal check-ins and how she arranged the meetings. I would highly recommend Heather!"
Veterinary Technician, ULAR, University of Pennsylvania
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