Kerry Crofton

About the author

Kerry Crofton, PhD, is a nature-loving mother and grandmother concerned about the wellbeing of all children in this digital age. She trained as a clinical psychologist, mindfulness meditation teacher, yoga instructor and public health educator. Kerry is founder and CEO of the Canadian nonprofit charity Global Alliance for Brain & Heart Health (dba Global Health Alliance) and the consulting company WellBeing International Ltd. She is the commentator on electro-magnetic radiation for the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Kerry's previous books include: "A Wellness Guide for the Digital Age – Safer Tech Solutions for All Things Wired and Wireless." Before that she wrote "The Healthy Type A – Good News for Go-Getters." Her background also includes: working as a public speaker, consulting in the aviation industry; writing a weekly newspaper column; a counselling and biofeedback practice; heart health education; stress management and mindfulness training programs.

As “Momma Zen,” she led the meditation at the first Camp Grounded digital detox camp in the redwood forests of California, as well as podcasts and webinars for Green Teacher, Take Me Outside and other groups. Kerry and other environmental and public health educators deliver Less Screen More Green and Mindful Tech™ Programs, along with the Safer Tech Education Course, for families, schools, workplaces and communities.

You may find Kerry wandering in the woods near her lakeside home, or leading a Forest Bathing walk for teachers, nurses or mental health workers. You may also find her online working to create a community of kindred spirits interested in creating our healthiest lives in low-tech green zones.