How I Can Help
Prevention and Translation Science
I am available to deliver presentations and trainings to companies and organizations, offering insights into behavior change, holistic wellbeing, lifestyle medicine, and strategies to improve communication and connection within teams. I am welcome the chance to talk about how I can contribute to longer-term projects such as curriculum development, wellness initiatives, and research translational and dissemination efforts.
About Dr. Lauren Messina
Much of my career has focused on translation science and transforming published research into actionable health education resources. I’ve developed articles, handouts, worksheets, and videos for Service Members and their families, focusing on social fitness, relationship health, and holistic wellbeing, all designed to influence positive behavior change. My skills extend to presenting and educating at the Consortium for Health and Military Performance, where I led curriculum development and created week-long courses for Service Members in collaboration with government partners and a multidisciplinary team. I currently hold an appointment of Assistant Professor at the School of Medicine within the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland.
I teach as an adjunct at the University of Maryland, College Park, in the Department of Family Science, School of Public Health – where I obtained my graduate degree. Mostly recently I taught FMSC340: Mental Health and Healing in Families. In the past I’ve taught Children in Families and at Trinity Washington University in DC I taught Counseling Child and Adolescents and a Group Therapy course in their Masters of Counseling program.
Presentation Topics
Can You Spoil a Baby? Lessons and Myths on Baby Well-Being
When Baby Arrives: Fortifying Your Romantic Relationship
Mental Health in Families
Family Health Optimization
Strategies to Thrive as a Working Parent
Social Connection and Relational Well-Being
Eat, Sleep, Move, Regulate, Connect: A Primer for Mental Well-Being
And More!
Check out Evergrow
At Evergrow you’ll find a collection of resources for busy families. Many caregivers have questions about parenting but are not in need of therapy. We can help with things like: How do I help my child develop self worth? How do we stay connected with our busy schedules? How do I keep my cool during her tantrums?
Listen to a podcast I was on here.
Follow me on Instagram here.
Free Phone Consultation
Let’s schedule a phone consult to thoroughly discuss your needs and interests and how my skillset might be an asset to your organization.
Availability
I’m happy to speak about my availability to deliver presentations or contribute to your research translation and dissemination efforts. I can contribute to company retreats, wellness events, and ongoing series.
Fees
I am available on a contract-basis for longer term collaborations and offer competitive rates for short-term speaking engagements and projects.