Our Mission
The mission of our lab is to improve the lives of those who are disproportionally affected by HIV, substance use and mental health problems, and other related health issues. We focus on exploring the psychological, social, and cultural contexts that shape individual- and community-level health outcomes. Our lab seeks to improve health disparities through the development of innovative, culturally-grounded interventions to reduce risk and improve health.
We are recruiting research participants!
Reintegrate, Inspire, Support, Empower Study
You meet the criteria to participate if you are…
- Over 18 years old
- Released from incarceration in the past month
- Enrolled in a re-entry program
- Have a working email address
Breathwork for Healing Study
Are you a racial-ethnic minority college student interested in trying breathwork for stress management?
We are inviting students to participate in a voluntary UCLA research study to help provide feedback on Breathwork for Healing, a new program designed to support college students’ well-being.
Commitment to Diversity
Since its inception in 2022, SPHERE has focused on developing meaningful, lasting community partnerships. Respect for diversity is crucial in our research and daily work, and we are committed to supporting underrepresented populations and students.
