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Transform your team's approach to stress management and well-being with Elissa Epel, speaker, bestselling author, and professor.
Elissa Epel is a New York Times bestselling author and a prominent authority on stress, well-being, and optimal aging. Her expertise in these areas makes her a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of human resilience and health. Elissa's work focuses on translating scientific research into practical strategies that individuals and organisations can implement to improve mental and physical well-being.
Elissa's journey in the field of psychology began with a deep interest in the interplay between stress and health. She has faced various challenges in her career, including the need to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application. This has driven her to develop scalable interventions that enhance organisational resilience, making her insights particularly relevant for leaders and teams navigating today's fast-paced environments.
As a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, Elissa holds the position of Vice-Chair for Adult Psychology. She also directs the Aging, Metabolism, and Emotions Center, where she conducts research that explores the biological and psychological aspects of aging. Her contributions to the field have been recognised through various awards and accolades, underscoring her commitment to advancing our understanding of stress and its impact on health.
Elissa is the author of notable works, including "The Telomere Effect" and "The Stress Prescription," both of which have garnered significant attention for their insights into the science of stress and aging. Through her research and writing, she continues to inspire individuals and organisations to adopt healthier practices that promote well-being and resilience.
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Elissa Epel translates peer-reviewed research on stress, ageing, and cellular biology into practical frameworks, drawing on her own published studies — including work on telomere length as a measurable marker of biological ageing — to ground recommendations in clinical evidence.
Elissa Epel specialises in stress, well-being, and ageing, with her work covering resilience, mental health, and the translation of scientific research into practical strategies for individuals and organisations. She is a professor and Vice-Chair for Adult Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, and a New York Times bestselling author of The Telomere Effect and The Stress Prescription.
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