The CO-Directors
Alane K Daugherty, Ph.D. - "Dr. Alane"
Dr. Alane Daugherty is a writer, speaker, and Professor. Her work focuses on teaching people how to transform chaotic and limiting emotional patterns to ones that are self-affirming, life enhancing, and truly transformative. She is the author of Unstressed: How Somatic Awareness Can Transform Your Body's Stress Response and Build Emotional Resilience from New Harbinger Publications, From Mindfulness to Heartfulness: A Journey of Transformation through the Science of Embodiment from Balboa Press, The Power Within: From Neuroscience to Transformation from Kendall Hunt Publishers and De-stress with Dr. Alane - an Audio meditation CD available on Amazon and Itunes. She also has several articles published by Psychology Today, including "Recover Your Wellbeing", "Your Panic is Increasing Your Risk" and "Why you Freak Out". For access to her books and articles see the Co-Directors / Dr. Daugherty link on the home page.
Dr. Daugherty's passion, professional training, research, and teaching experience are grounded in the neuroscience of transformation, emotional literacy and the importance of the mind/body/spirit dynamic.
She has received recognition for both her scientific research and her university teaching, and has taught courses at Claremont Graduate University, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, The Claremont School of Theology, Claremont Lincoln University, and Colorado College. Dr. Daugherty routinely speaks, presents workshops and conducts seminars on these subjects. Her work with the Mind and Heart Lab focuses on programmatic outreach through tailor made face-to-face workshops and seminars, directing the psychophysiology lab, and the day to day operations of the de-stress lounge.
For contact information and an abbreviated CV for Dr. Daugherty see the resources tab.
Kristine Fish, Ph.D.
Dr. Kristine Fish is a teacher, researcher, and professor of Health Education and Health Promotion. Her work focuses on teaching people how to permanently adopt healthy behaviors, building up emotional resilience, understanding the importance of the mind body connection, and improving overall health and well-being.
Dr. Fish’s passion, educational training, and teaching experience are in the area of developing, implementing, and evaluating effective and comprehensive health education programs, especially those pertaining to stress management and emotional resilience. Her primary research interest lies in the area of online learning and stress management.
Dr. Fish is the author of stress management textbooks, audio meditation CDs, and several journal articles. Among her publications is “Student Preferences for Live, Recorded, and Text-Based Lectures in a Stress Management Course” and “Learning Outcomes in a Stress Management Course: Online vs Face-to-Face.” She has presented at national and international health promotion conferences. Additionally, she has given seminars and workshops on stress management to a myriad of local community organizations including medical care workers, senior adults, and business management professionals.
Her work with the Mind and Heart Lab focuses on designing and producing tailor-made online stress management and emotional resilience programs. She has created and produced over 100 videos for her stress management programs.
Dr. Fish was one of the first faculty at CPP to offer online courses and has taught online classes since 1999. She is the creator of one of the largest online courses on campus, Stress Management for Healthy Living and has created several additional online courses such as Health & Well-Being and School Health Education. Her online courses have been adopted into the Course Match Program within the California State University (CSU) System, which allows students at all 23 campuses throughout California to enroll in her online courses.
Dr. Fish has taught undergraduate and graduate courses at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (SIUC); Florida Atlantic University (FAU); Brigham Young University (BYU), Brigham Young University, Idaho (BYI); Nova Southeastern University (NSU); and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CPP).
For contact information and an abbreviated CV for Dr. Fish, see the resources tab.
Dr. Kristine Fish is a teacher, researcher, and professor of Health Education and Health Promotion. Her work focuses on teaching people how to permanently adopt healthy behaviors, building up emotional resilience, understanding the importance of the mind body connection, and improving overall health and well-being.
Dr. Fish’s passion, educational training, and teaching experience are in the area of developing, implementing, and evaluating effective and comprehensive health education programs, especially those pertaining to stress management and emotional resilience. Her primary research interest lies in the area of online learning and stress management.
Dr. Fish is the author of stress management textbooks, audio meditation CDs, and several journal articles. Among her publications is “Student Preferences for Live, Recorded, and Text-Based Lectures in a Stress Management Course” and “Learning Outcomes in a Stress Management Course: Online vs Face-to-Face.” She has presented at national and international health promotion conferences. Additionally, she has given seminars and workshops on stress management to a myriad of local community organizations including medical care workers, senior adults, and business management professionals.
Her work with the Mind and Heart Lab focuses on designing and producing tailor-made online stress management and emotional resilience programs. She has created and produced over 100 videos for her stress management programs.
Dr. Fish was one of the first faculty at CPP to offer online courses and has taught online classes since 1999. She is the creator of one of the largest online courses on campus, Stress Management for Healthy Living and has created several additional online courses such as Health & Well-Being and School Health Education. Her online courses have been adopted into the Course Match Program within the California State University (CSU) System, which allows students at all 23 campuses throughout California to enroll in her online courses.
Dr. Fish has taught undergraduate and graduate courses at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (SIUC); Florida Atlantic University (FAU); Brigham Young University (BYU), Brigham Young University, Idaho (BYI); Nova Southeastern University (NSU); and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CPP).
For contact information and an abbreviated CV for Dr. Fish, see the resources tab.
2020-2021 ASSISTANTS
Val Tapia - 1st Lead Assistant
My name is Valerie Tapia! I am a Psychology major and a rising senior! In addition to educating people about wellness at the lab, I am involved in research on campus, Sources of Strength, and a student grader! In my life away from school I am a bartender, abstract painter, and dog-lover! I love nature, camping, and cliff diving! Since COVID19, what I miss about the lab are the comfty seats, the smell of lavender and the ability to see all of the wonderful people I get to interact with throughout the day! |
LT Pavlatos - Lead Assistant
I am a third year Psychology major at CPP. My goal is to obtain an MD/PhD in Cognitive Physiological Psychology so that I can do research on pain and cognition. I love to sing, sit in the wind, and watch alllll the nerdy series with my fiancé like Harry Potter and Star Wars over and over again. I feel calmer and happier on the days that I come into the lab. The atmosphere brings about this “everything will be okay” peace for me. I absolutely love it. |
Omari Cunningham - Lead Assistant
My name is Omari, a transfer student from Rio Hondo wrapping up my first year at CPP. I’m a psychology major minoring in philosophy. When I first arrived at CPP I was straight lost bro, I didn’t know anyone, but hoped for the best. After joining psi chi and getting to know different faculty and students things began to change. I really enjoy talking to the various students visiting the lab. It's great to hear different peoples' experiences at Cal Poly, so please come by if you’re looking to destress or in need of a friendly ear; everyone is welcome! 😁 |
Lab Assistant - Daniela Rodriguez
Hello I’m Daniela Rodriguez, my major is Kinesiology and I will be graduating in spring 2021. Some things that this lab brought to me was the ability to get more involved on campus and feeling a part of something, being able to help others and creating great friendships. |
Lab Assistant - Sarah Duffy
Hi! My name is Sarah. I’m graduating this year in Psychology, and am planning to pursue a PsyD in clinical psychology. My favorite hobbies include reading, hiking and going to the beach and museums. My favorite thing about the Lab is the actual space itself. My first time walking in I felt a change in the energy that felt very inviting, safe and peaceful. |
Lab Assistant - Sarah Pearce
Hi everyone! My name is Sarah, a Senior at Cal Poly majoring in Kinesiology. I've been working with the Mind and Heart Lab since Spring 2019. My favorite part of the lab is the emWave because I love helping students learn about the importance of the mind-heart-body connection. The community in the lab is so welcoming, and I'm lucky to be able to interact with so many amazing people. |
Lab assistant - Angie Albanez
My favorite thing about the lab is the safe space it creates for students to relax and reset their focus while on campus. As a lab assistant I have been able to further my own knowledge regarding the mind and heart connection and the importance of stress management. Being a part of a program that positively impacts the students at CPP has been truly rewarding. Meditation rules! |
Lab Assistant - Chris Leon
What I like about the lab is that I get to meet new people every time such as new students from different backgrounds coming in for the EM Wave, Meditation, or just to spend time relaxing to de-stress. I also get to build new relationships with fellow lab assistants - creating healthy social wellbeing - which makes my experience in the lab worthwhile. What I get from the lab is learning about others and their experiences there - like using the EM Wave -and being able to use that feedback to see how the lab helps connect and synchronize the mind and heart of different individuals in order to balance their wellbeing. |
Lab Assisstant - Josh Prentice
My name is Joshua Prentice, a junior transfer student at Cal Poly majoring in psychology. I aim to go on to become a clinical psychotherapist. I have a deep love of philosophy and hope to integrate it into my study of clinical psychology. My favorite part of the Lab is the incredibly tranquil atmosphere of the space. It manages to contain more than just helpful tools for practicing mindfulness and conducting research. It also contains a charming and beautiful decor combined with a peaceful ambiance that stirs feelings of safety and acceptance.
Not pictured: Wendy Gonzalez (Comp. Sci) and Naomi Pena (KIN)
My name is Joshua Prentice, a junior transfer student at Cal Poly majoring in psychology. I aim to go on to become a clinical psychotherapist. I have a deep love of philosophy and hope to integrate it into my study of clinical psychology. My favorite part of the Lab is the incredibly tranquil atmosphere of the space. It manages to contain more than just helpful tools for practicing mindfulness and conducting research. It also contains a charming and beautiful decor combined with a peaceful ambiance that stirs feelings of safety and acceptance.
Not pictured: Wendy Gonzalez (Comp. Sci) and Naomi Pena (KIN)
Alumni Consultants |
Justin Gaytan. - Lead Assistant (Alumnus)
I am a proud CPP graduate (KIN), cycling nut, book worm, music junkie and science geek! Working closely with Dr. Alane and Dr. Fish offered me so many opportunities to learn from the incredible people dedicated to student wellness at Cal Poly. I had so much fun participating in outreach and campus events alongside groups like the Wellness Center and CAP’s. The lab was also a place to call home where I was able to do meaningful work with close friends daily. It is a place of service as much as it is a place of laughter and healing where the best of my college memories were had. I am so grateful to have been a part of the Mind and Heart Lab as an undergrad and look forward to seeing the wonderful things to come! |
Dane Petersen
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Jessica DeJesus
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Mary Dianne Lee
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Erick Soberanes
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Michael P. Ramirez
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Gaby Jimenez
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Sampras Wong
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