Innovation Research Lab
Strengths and Wellbeing
We engage in cutting-edge research utilizing strengths-based and positive psychological frameworks.
Mission
Strengths & Wellbeing-Innovation Research Lab
SW-IRL
Nestled within the Department of Counseling at University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio), SW-IRL's mission is to champion wellbeing and innovation through a strengths-based and positive psychological research lens, aiming to promote counselor competence and foster holistic flourishing among diverse individuals, groups, and communities.
PI: Priscilla Prasath, Ph.D.
Our Research Focus
Our lab focuses on key, innovative research topics to advance the field of counseling and better serve those in our community.
Strengths-based and creative counseling approaches
Counselor education and leadership
Psychological well-being and student thriving
Integration of technologies, artificial intelligence and social media, into mental health practice and education
Mental
Health &
Wellbeing
Social Media
Artificial
Intelligence
Higher
Education
Leadership
What We Do
At the Strengths & Wellbeing-Innovation Research Lab, we are dedicated to advancing wellbeing and innovation through our multifaceted approach:
Original Research and Scholarship
Conducting Research
Next Gen Researcher Development
Research Mentorship
Grow Knowledge and Elevate Skills
Inform Clinical Practice
& Education
Personalized Training and Education Programs
Training and Education
Build One Another
Community Engagement
Discover New Horizons
Dissemination of Knowledge
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