Dr. Jessica Matthews, DBH, NBC-HWC, E-RYT500 is associate professor and director of the Master of Science in Integrative Wellness program at Point Loma Nazarene University. A sought-after consultant and keynote speaker, for the last 15 years she has regularly contributed as a health and wellness expert to numerous national media outlets, including CNN, Women’s Health, NPR, and O, The Oprah Magazine. She has also authored and edited a number of academic textbooks, chapters and articles on topics ranging from health behavior change theory and health and wellness coaching, to stress management, mindfulness and happiness science. In 2019 Dr. Matthews delivered a TEDx talk titled “Reclaiming Wellness” and for her impactful leadership in the field of health and fitness, in 2017 she was honored as the IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year—a top award recognizing superior instructional abilities and positive influence in the global health and fitness industry. You can connect with her at @drjessmatthews (Instagram and Threads) and www.Facebook.com/drjessmatthews.