Dr. Andrew Pleener is a board-certified integrative psychiatrist and co-founder of the #SameHere Psych and #STARR Alliances, leading a global movement in integrative mental health. Through #SameHere Global, he partners with prominent organizations to raise awareness about the physical impacts of life events on mental health and promotes proactive measures for psychological resilience.
As Program Director of MUIH’s S.T.A.R.R. Certification Program, Dr. Pleener oversees a comprehensive education initiative exploring the intersections of mental and physical health and the science behind self-help healing modalities. Dr. Pleener co-founded 5in5, Inc., a mental health consulting and digital therapeutics firm, and is a sought-after speaker on the “brain-body connection” at mental health summits, podcasts, and corporate events.
Additionally, Dr. Pleener served on the board of the American Institute of Stress from 2022-2023, further solidifying his commitment to advancing the field of stress management and mental wellness.
He also founded Regional Psychiatry, a telehealth company providing virtual integrative mental health services across Florida, Maryland, and Colorado. Regional Psychiatry’s team of integrative psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and STARR coaches deliver STARR Exercises, a comprehensive approach to care that integrates mind-body exercises and psychotherapies, promoting holistic wellness and optimal mental health.