Watson Caring Science Institute (WCSI)

Watson Caring Science Institute (WCSI) There are thousands of nurses throughout the World in which their professional practice model is based upon Watson’s. www.watsoncaringscience.org

Through education, practice, research and leadership, Watson Caring Science Institute’s mission is to inform, inspire and elevate nurses through its academic and clinical professional programs, focused on deep individual and cultural system change. “Caring Science is like PPE for the mind and spirit!”

Watson Caring Science Institute is an international non-profit 501C(3) organization that advance

s the unitary philosophies, theories and practices of ‘Caring Science’, developed by Dr. Jean Watson, Ph.D., RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, LL (AAN). Caring Science is a transdisciplinary approach that incorporates the art and science of nursing and includes concepts from the fields of philosophy, ethics, ecology and mind-body-spirit medicine. Every year there are only 20 national systems designated as a coveted WCSI Affiliate, Stanford Health being one. The institute has trained hundreds of Caritas Coaches® globally to translate the theory into concrete human-to-human practices to ‘live out’ the theory in their professional and personal lives, improving patient care, and reducing staff burn out.*

Focusing on research, education, practice, legacy and leadership, Watson Caring Science Institute aims to dramatically transform patient/family experiences of caring and healing in schools, hospitals, businesses, the community and our planet.

06/23/2026

Dr. Jean Watson built a theory that changed nursing. This November, she's in the room with you!

This November, we're gathering in Nashville with nurses, advanced practice providers, educators, and health care leaders who believe that the way we care for patients begins with the way we care for ourselves and each other.

The 2026 WCSI Caritas Community Summit at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing isn't just a professional development event. It's a rare chance to sit in communitas with Dr. Jean Watson, international faculty, Caritas Coaches, Caritas Leaders, and colleagues who share your values.

November 20–21, 2026 | Nashville, TN

Early bird tickets are $325 until July 31st. Rates increase August 1st.

Most healthcare conferences teach you what to do. This one asks you why it matters.

🔗 Click here for more information and registration: https://hubs.la/Q04k7FYf0

Congratulations to Lori Gdanetz for her DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award nominated by Kaiser Permanente Nurse Scholars A...
06/22/2026

Congratulations to Lori Gdanetz for her DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award nominated by Kaiser Permanente Nurse Scholars Academy for her outstanding work on the KP CCEP Program 🌸

Honoring all the fathers, father figures, and caregivers who show up with courage, patience, and love—today and every da...
06/21/2026

Honoring all the fathers, father figures, and caregivers who show up with courage, patience, and love—today and every day. 💙

Happy Father’s Day to those caring for others, and to those we hold in our hearts. Your love and example help create a more compassionate, human-centered world.

Today we honor Juneteenth—a day that recognizes the end of slavery in the United States and affirms the ongoing journey ...
06/19/2026

Today we honor Juneteenth—a day that recognizes the end of slavery in the United States and affirms the ongoing journey toward freedom, dignity, and justice for all.

Juneteenth isn't just a holiday; it's a reminder for us to transform our systems for the better so that freedom, compassion, and healing are truly available to everyone.

THE GLOBAL ALLIANCE FOR HUMAN CARING EDUCATION (GAHCE), a WCSI Country Group, has announced that a second edition of its...
06/18/2026

THE GLOBAL ALLIANCE FOR HUMAN CARING EDUCATION (GAHCE), a WCSI Country Group, has announced that a second edition of its course, Foundations of Caring Science Pedagogy and Curriculum Development, is NOW OPEN for enrollment.

The asynchronous, self-paced, interactive, online course will be delivered over five weeks from: Tuesday 04 August - 04 September, 2026.

This offering is Module 1 which, together with Modules 2 and 3, comprise the Caring Science Nurse Education Certificate Program (NECP).
- Module 2: Caring Science Pedagogy
- Module 3: Caring Science Curriculum Development

The course facilitator will be Dr. Marcia Hills, RN PhD FAAN FCAN FCNEI, President of GAHCE and a Distinguished Caring Science Scholar (WCSI). The program is patterned on a graduate level course that Dr. Hills created and taught at the University of Victoria, Canada.

If you are a nurse interested in learning about teaching and learning within a Caring Science perspective, this course is for you.

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) has approved 32 Continuing Education Professional Development Contact Hours to be awarded to those who pass the course.

Students in the first cohort to have completed the ‘Foundations’ module described it as: thought-provoking, affirming, challenging, transformative, reflective, humanizing, insightful, innovative, relevant, informative, expanding, awakening, creative, and engaging.

What stood out?
- The realization of how we teach is inseparable from what we teach; we can’t build caring practitioners through uncaring pedagogy.
- Aligning Caring Science practices, theories, and strategies to successfully incorporate into student instruction, evaluation, and development of practice.
- Constant self reflection - having to put thoughts into words.
- Increased my knowledge of bringing more caring into my journey.
- Caring Science is an essential tool for nurse educators in practicing, teaching, and learning.
- Using an educational theory in teaching.

Learn more and enroll here: https://hubs.la/Q04lMhqC0

06/17/2026

Dr. Jean Watson built a theory that changed nursing. This November, she's in the room with you!

This November, we're gathering in Nashville with nurses, advanced practice providers, educators, and health care leaders who believe that the way we care for patients begins with the way we care for ourselves and each other.

The 2026 WCSI Caritas Community Summit at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing isn't just a professional development event. It's a rare chance to sit in communitas with Dr. Jean Watson, international faculty, Caritas Coaches, Caritas Leaders, and colleagues who share your values.

November 20–21, 2026 | Nashville, TN

Early bird tickets are $325 until July 31st. Rates increase August 1st.

Most healthcare conferences teach you what to do. This one asks you why it matters.

🔗 Click here for more information and registration: https://hubs.la/Q04k7vH50

Exploring Hypnosis: Understanding the Mind–Body Connection Through Guided ExperiencePresented by: Sarah RubensFree Event...
06/16/2026

Exploring Hypnosis: Understanding the Mind–Body Connection Through Guided Experience
Presented by: Sarah Rubens

Free Event on June 20th via Zoom
https://hubs.la/Q04k4K6Z0

Join Tree Star Hypnosis founder Sarah Rubens for an experiential introduction to hypnosis designed for anyone curious about the subconscious mind and transformational change work.

This workshop will explore what hypnosis actually is (and isn’t), how hypnotic states work within the nervous system, and the ways hypnosis can complement existing healing and energy-based practices. We’ll discuss common misconceptions, the science and psychology behind trance states, and how hypnosis can support emotional regulation, behavioral change, inner resource building, and deeper mind–body awareness.

Participants will also experience a gentle guided group hypnosis session firsthand, offering an opportunity to directly experience focused awareness, subconscious imagery, and deep relaxation in a supportive group setting.

This workshop is educational, experiential, and beginner-friendly - no prior experience with hypnosis is needed.

In this workshop, we’ll explore:
- What hypnosis is and how it works
- The relationship between hypnosis, the nervous system, and subconscious processing
- Common myths and misconceptions about hypnosis
- How hypnosis can complement energy healing and holistic practices
- What trance states feel like experientially
- A guided group hypnosis experience for relaxation, insight, and inner connection
- Whether you are simply curious about hypnosis or interested in how subconscious work can integrate with your existing healing modalities, this workshop offers a grounded and approachable introduction to the field.

Facilitator Bio: Sarah Rubens is the founder of Tree Star Hypnosis and a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Grief Coach, and End-of-Life Doula. She works one-on-one with clients using hypnosis and facilitates groups and professional workshops that integrate hypnosis with coaching, reflection, and experiential practices. Her work supports individuals and organizations navigating grief, identity shifts, and major life transitions, with an emphasis on practical tools, nervous system awareness, and real-life integration.

Exploring Hypnosis: Understanding the Mind–Body Connection Through Guided ExperiencePresented by: Sarah RubensFree Event...
06/10/2026

Exploring Hypnosis: Understanding the Mind–Body Connection Through Guided Experience
Presented by: Sarah Rubens

Free Event on June 20th via Zoom
https://hubs.la/Q04k6s-j0

Join Tree Star Hypnosis founder Sarah Rubens for an experiential introduction to hypnosis designed for anyone curious about the subconscious mind and transformational change work.

This workshop will explore what hypnosis actually is (and isn’t), how hypnotic states work within the nervous system, and the ways hypnosis can complement existing healing and energy-based practices. We’ll discuss common misconceptions, the science and psychology behind trance states, and how hypnosis can support emotional regulation, behavioral change, inner resource building, and deeper mind–body awareness.

Participants will also experience a gentle guided group hypnosis session firsthand, offering an opportunity to directly experience focused awareness, subconscious imagery, and deep relaxation in a supportive group setting.

This workshop is educational, experiential, and beginner-friendly - no prior experience with hypnosis is needed.

In this workshop, we’ll explore:
- What hypnosis is and how it works
- The relationship between hypnosis, the nervous system, and subconscious processing
- Common myths and misconceptions about hypnosis
- How hypnosis can complement energy healing and holistic practices
- What trance states feel like experientially
- A guided group hypnosis experience for relaxation, insight, and inner connection
- Whether you are simply curious about hypnosis or interested in how subconscious work can integrate with your existing healing modalities, this workshop offers a grounded and approachable introduction to the field.

Facilitator Bio: Sarah Rubens is the founder of Tree Star Hypnosis and a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Grief Coach, and End-of-Life Doula. She works one-on-one with clients using hypnosis and facilitates groups and professional workshops that integrate hypnosis with coaching, reflection, and experiential practices. Her work supports individuals and organizations navigating grief, identity shifts, and major life transitions, with an emphasis on practical tools, nervous system awareness, and real-life integration.

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