Learn to identify self-sabotaging thought processes that underlie perfectionism, imposter syndrome, worry, low motivation, and uncertainty and begin to reframe them.


Learn how to identify maladaptive coping strategies (e.g. avoidance and procrastination) that tend to impede our success, and explore more effective (and healthier) short and long-term strategies.


Learn to shift your mindset to create more mental space and energy to think, to create, to be present, and to thrive.

Hi, I’m Desiree

I specialise in the mental health and well-being of our academic community. As a former postdoc in the neurosciences and a clinical psychologist, I live in Europe and work globally with universities, lab groups, and academics themselves in the pursuit of a healthier approach to research.

“It changed the way I see things now. Best workshop ever.”
— PhD Student, University of Vienna
"This is an excellent opportunity for academics to understand how to manage your stress and focus on your well being. Fantastic course".
— Senior Lecturer, University of Portsmouth
“I would consider it as one of my most useful experiences since my doctoral studies started.”
— PhD Student, Università della Svizzera italiana, Switzerland