Hettler's 6 Dimensions of Wellness

In 1976, Dr. Bill Hettler created a six dimensional wellness model represented by a hexagon design.  Referred to as the 6 Dimensions of Wellness, this model identifies the following dimensions:  Occupational, Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional and Social.  Dr. Hettler created the National Wellness Institute in 1977 which offers a yearly conference focused on professional development and personal growth in health and wellness.  If you are a counselor interested in adding a health and wellness component to your practice or interested in the latest news on wellness, check out the National Wellness Institute website.  You will find a link for "TestWell" which may be of interest as it is a website designed for health professionals and offers wellness assessments that can be utilized in various settings including high schools, colleges or private practice.  There are also free Holistic Lifestyle Questionnaires that can be taken online for Teens, College Students, Adults and Older Adults.

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