MEET PROFESSOR KRISTEN

Kristen Johnson, MSN-Ed, MAPP, RN

Hi. My name is Kristen

I am a dedicated health educator with a diverse background in integrative health and wellness. After years of continuous education and research, I’ve recognized how essential integrative and lifestyle medicine is for supporting well-being. This path led me to the simple, beautiful, and powerful realization that everyone deserves the opportunity to flourish. It’s a fundamental human need underscored by the importance of learning and teaching these valuable skills.

After writing the Waterwell Integrative Wellness Guide + Planning Journal, I opened the Waterwell Center for Well-Being, a virtual sanctuary for immersive well-being education and experiences accessible from anywhere. At the Center, I offer organizational training, immersive retreats, and educational resources centered around human flourishing, relaxation, and flow.

Kristen has received several healthcare awards and was biographed by the Marquis Who’s Who in America in 2022 for her work in well-being through WellSpa360. She previously served as a consultant and subject matter expert for WellSpa360, Dermascope Magazine, and Skin, Inc.

Background, Education, and Experiences

  • MSN in Nursing Education

  • M.S in Applied Positive Psychology, the study of Human Flourishing and Well-being

  • Registered Nurse Specializing in Integrative Health, Well-being, and Relaxation for 10 years

  • Certified Higher Education Professional

  • Certified Tai Chi Easy Practice Leader through The Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, with continuing education in Qigong for Worry and Anxiety, Qigong for Upper Back and Neck Pain, and Qigong for Stress and Anger through White Tiger Qigong

  • Certified Trauma Professional

  • Certified Holistic and Integrative Health Professional, ANCC accredited program

  • Certified in Guided Meditation

  • Certified in Sound and Breath Meditation, with continued study in Integral Sound Healing with Gongs and Tuning Forks

  • Certified in Clinical Aromatherapy

  • Certified in Mindfulness, with continued practice under Dr. Steven Hickman through the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Biofeedback Stress Reduction Certified Provider for Individuals and Groups with continued work on the Education Committee of the Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback

  • Usui Reiki Master/ Teacher with continued study of Tibetan Reiki, Indonesian Reiki and Modern Reiki practices

  • A Happier You Certified Group Facilitator through The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine under Dr. Scott Glassman

During her time working in integrative health, Kristen developed a passion for teaching and visual storytelling through photography. Outside of the center, she now works as a Psychology/ Sociology Professor, Nursing Professor, and Multimedia Designer. Kristen believes in cultivating a life of beauty, creativity, curiosity, and well-being. Her favorite mornings are spent sipping coffee while spending time with her husband and children, smiling peacefully with just the right amount of facial serum and sunscreen on. She has a deep love of dark chocolate, breakfast foods, art, and stargazing.

Turning the Page for Better Well-being

I am honored that the Waterwell Integrative Wellness Guide + Planning Journal has been featured in respected publications like WellSpa360 Magazine, Dermascope Magazine, and Beginnings Magazine through the American Holistic Nurses Association, as well as on The Beauty Biz Show Podcast with Lori Crete and on Sounds Like Spa.