Jesse Hanson, Ph.D., is the Clinical Director and Co-Founder of MentalHealth.com and the author of This Is the Work: Presence, Embodiment, and Awakening. A clinical psychologist specializing in somatic psychology and neuropsychology, he holds a Ph.D. from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a master’s degree from the Santa Barbara Graduate Institute.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience and extensive training with holistic teachers, Hanson integrates mind-body approaches to support natural healing and personal growth. His work emphasizes presence, embodiment, and honest engagement with lived experience.
Hanson currently serves as Clinical Advisor at HOLOS. His previous roles include Interim Clinical Director at the Ryzio Institute, Clinical Advisor to Rehab.com, and interventionist on A&E’s Intervention for four seasons.
Education
The Chicago School
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Somatic Psychology
2011 - 2015
Santa Barbara Graduate Institute
Master of Arts (MA), Clinical Psychology
2008 - 2010
References
- You Are The Medicine: Catalyzing Your Awakening With Dr. Jesse Hanson. (n.d.). Body Wisdom Rising. buzzsprout.com. Accessed October 10 2026.
- Catalyzing Your Awakening With Jesse Hanson, Ph.D. (n.d.). YouTube. YouTube.
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- The Meaning of Life and the Boy Who Wore the Biggest Smile on His Face. (n.d.). Excellence Reporter. excellencereporter.com. Accessed October 10 2026.
- The Road Back from Trauma Recovery 2.0 Interviews. (n.d.). YouTube. YouTube.
- Hanson Healing. (n.d.). Private Practice Website. hansonhealing.com. Accessed October 10 2026.
Degrees
Ph.D.
Contributions
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