The health care industry has long been recognized as one of the most stressful work environments, a reality that was dramatically intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to this unprecedented challenge, the Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth was created. Drawing on the Mount Sinai Health System's extensive expertise in post-disaster mental health and psychological resilience, we developed a comprehensive program to address the profound psychosocial impact on our health care providers and staff. The success of our program, coupled with the realization that the need for such services extends far beyond our walls, led us to an exciting new chapter: expanding our services to our broader community.

This expansion allows us to extend our expertise in stress management and resilience building to individuals, organizations, and communities beyond the walls of our health system. Whether you are a health care professional, a corporate executive, a student, or anyone facing life's challenges, our Center is here to support you. We believe that the tools and techniques we have developed can benefit people from all walks of life.

In addition to hands-on services, the Center devotes a significant amount of time to research in the field. Our team has developed a new measure of psychological resilience. This tool represents a significant step forward in our understanding of resilience and how to cultivate it.

We pride ourselves on our comprehensive approach to mental health and resilience. Our services address a wide spectrum of stressors, from work-related pressures to personal life transitions. We understand that stress does not discriminate, and neither do we. In line with our commitment to equity, we strive to provide care regardless of an individual's position or insurance status. Everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health support, and we are dedicated to making that a reality.

Looking ahead, we are exploring new ways to make our services even more accessible. We are developing online educational courses on resilience and stress management, which will allow us to reach a global audience. Our goal is to create a ripple effect of positive change, helping individuals and institutions build stronger, more resilient communities.

Deborah B. Marin, MD
Director, Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth
Professor of Psychiatry
Associate Professor of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD
Associate Director, Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth
Associate Professor of Psychiatry
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai