Careers in Positive Psychology
How Did You Get That Job?
Positive psychology is a newer branch of psychology focused on human well-being and the conditions, strengths, and virtues that allow people to thrive. There are many real-world settings where positive psychology is utilized to help people prosper and lead healthy and happy lives, such as:
- Schools, universities, and colleges
- Health care settings and hospitals
- Facilities that offer counseling services
- Private practice
- Businesses, law firms, and nonprofits
- Government agencies, like the military
- And more
In this How Did You Get That Job? on-demand series, you’ll hear from people applying the principles of positive psychology to their work.
This program does not offer CE credit.
A Chat With Professor and Researcher Llewellyn van Zyllogin required
van Zyl’s research is concerned with optimizing talent and enhancing well-being through data-driven, strengths-based positive psychological assessment and development initiatives
A Chat With Think Tank Founder Julie Broadlogin required
Broad works with organizations to help them build psychological strength to enhance employee well-being and performance
A Chat With Nonprofit Executive James McConchielogin required
McConchie writes and speaks about how positive development can help individuals become thriving members of society
A Chat With Adam Reiber, Well-Being Director at Morgan Lewislogin required
Reiber uses the principles of positive psychology to help make the challenging work of litigation manageable and rewarding for staff

