As many readers know, my doctoral research area was focused on health behavior change. Specifically, I was interested in finding ways to inspire groups of people to become physically active. One of ...

The following distills what most often helps my clients effect behavior change. While I frame it as what I do as a counselor, much of it should be useful in self help. Build on one's genetics and ...

Over the course of four sessions, my patient, Stacey, and I worked toward her goals of sleeping more, checking her email less and spending more quality time with her family. She successfully developed ...

At its core, conservation is about behavior change. Yet few organizations have put in place the structure, standards, and ...

Illegal wildlife trade is a complex issue involving multiple actors, such as poachers, processors, distributors, consumers, policymakers, and law enforcement. Furthermore, defensive and retaliatory ...