Bio
Valerie offers these facts about herself:
* I’m the Chief Program Officer at The Change Companies, which promotes positive behavior change by combining research on positive change with user-friendly application.
• I’m interested in improving behavior change outcomes for individuals who are incarcerated, in addiction treatment or simply trying to become better versions of themselves.
• I’m interested in what it means to be an effective and positive leader, and in magnifying the voices of teams to create a greater impact.
• Other interests: positive psychology, instructional design, curriculum development, health and wellness interventions, cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, positive habits and lifestyle change
The Change Companies is a national publishing, consulting, training and multimedia company that works with experts in the field of behavior change to develop effective, evidence-based behavioral health program curricula. We are the developers and publishers of Interactive Journaling, a nationally recognized evidence-based practice that guides and motivates individuals in making positive life change and assists those who facilitate their services. These curricula are widely implemented in addiction, mental health, justice services, impaired driving, and prevention programs. The practice is used in over 5,500 service institutions nationally.
