Speaker's Profile

Susanna Y Park, PhD is a behavioral research scientist at Skylight where she conducts research on spirituality as a resource for mental health among Gen Z and Millennials. Susanna obtained her PhD in Global Health and her MA in International Development and Health.

Susanna has experience as a public health professional working both internationally and domestically in the US on programs that aim to reach health equity for marginalized populations. Susanna is also involved in community work such as leading therapy fund distribution programs and executing Colorado’s first AANHPI Mental Health Summit. She has also partnered with Indigenous behavioral health organizations in Southern California to understand how survivors of intimate partner violence seek support.

Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cuddling with her dogs, and caring for her plants.