Selene Kumin Vega

Selene Kumin Vega is a Professor at Saybrook University's College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences, specializing in Mind-Body Medicine. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Saybrook with a concentration in Consciousness and Spirituality, alongside an M.A. in Clinical Psychology and LMFT licensure. Her academic journey includes foundational work in dance and creative expression, which she integrates into teaching methods emphasizing movement, meditation, and group facilitation.

Dr. Vega joined Saybrook in 2011 as a faculty mentor, later developing core courses and the Mind-Body-Spirit Integration (MBSI) seminar for new students. Her leadership roles include revising curricula and overseeing doctoral committees. Her teaching philosophy prioritizes fostering creativity, resilience, and self-exploration to align personal healing with broader societal transformation.

With over two decades of experience, she emphasizes holistic practices that bridge body, mind, and spirit, advocating for interdependence and ecological consciousness. Though no specific awards or recent publications are noted, her contributions to Saybrook’s program development and pedagogical innovation remain central to her profile.