Molly Countermine

Molly Countermine serves as a Teaching Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at The Pennsylvania State University's College of Health and Human Development. She is celebrated for her dynamic teaching approach, blending storytelling and humor to create impactful classroom experiences, and has earned the College's Excellence in Teaching Award for twelve consecutive years.

Dr. Countermine's research centers on human development, family studies, mindfulness, and positive psychology. She investigates how mindfulness practices can be integrated into education to improve student well-being and focus, challenging the notion of constant happiness and promoting a more balanced, fulfilling life. Her work is exemplified by the Program on Empathy, Awareness, and Compassion in Education (PEACE) and her influential TEDxPSU talk on personal growth.

Scientific Awards

• Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Health and Human Development (12 consecutive years)

While specific details about her advisees and research grants are not provided, Dr. Countermine's students frequently credit her classes with transforming their perspectives. She is an active member of the PEACE program and also shares her insights through public speaking, including her TEDxPSU presentation.