Kathy Forrester, M.S.

kathy forresterKathy Forrester is the project manager of the Teacher and Staff Wellbeing Project and Oregon Healthy Teens project at Oregon Research Institute. She has a background in data analysis, population studies, and methods of research, and a Master’s Degree in Sociology from University of Washington. Over the past 10 years at ORI, Kathy has developed a keen interest in working with school-based prevention programs, and more recently, with Acceptance and Commitment Training. Outside of work, Kathy is a dedicated volunteer leader for Girl Scouts, runs a dance studio, and spends as much time as possible, hiking and camping with her husband T.J., her two teenage children Haley and Adam, and her Cairn Terrier, Darby.

 

Testimonials

 

 

“It has made a huge difference in my life.”


“People are more supportive of one another.”

 

“Willingness to take feedback has increased as we are working together on common values.”

 

 

- Comments of Staff Who
Participated in ACT Workshops