About Us

About Dr. Gazal Bharara (Developer of the PSTRS)

Dr. Gazal Bharara is the Founder & Director of DrWellbeing Inc. and a published researcher specializing in adolescent wellbeing and school transitions. She developed the Positive School Transition Readiness Survey (PSTRS) through doctoral research in psychology, mentored by globally recognized leaders in school health and wellbeing. She is currently a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a registered member of the Psychologists' Association of Alberta.

With experience spanning psychological assessment and school-based practice, Dr. Bharara integrates research with real-world application to create practical, evidence-informed tools that support schools, educators, and families worldwide. In addition to her research work, she brings a multifaceted professional background as an adolescent wellbeing consultant, trainer, program developer, and professional speaker, supporting schools through evidence-based workshops and programs.

About DrWellbeing Inc.

DrWellbeing is guided by a mission to help individuals and organizations flourish by translating research into real-world impact. Through workshops, evidence-based tools, programs, and consultations, it focuses on sharing research-informed knowledge and practical insights into what wellbeing is, the factors that reliably predict it, and how this knowledge can be applied in educational and organizational settings. In doing so, DrWellbeing equips communities with the knowledge and tools to promote wellbeing and foster positive school transitions. Learn more at drwellbeing.ca.