I am proud and pleased to share that I have been acknowledged by the National Wellness Institute, Division of Academic Accreditation, as a Certified Wellness Practitioner. The application included a 1500 word essay documenting my professional commitment and expertise, as well as three professional recommendations for the award. This certification states that I have “met standards set by the National Wellness Institute for the development of an individual’s competence to practice as a Health Promotion/Wellness Practitioner”. That’s me!