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Richardson Wellness Lab
Advancing community‑engaged research to reduce suicide and strengthen mental wellness.
We partner with communities most impacted to design, test, and scale culturally responsive, evidence‑based solutions, so that life is truly worth living for all.

OUR MISSION

We build caring, collaborative spaces where research and community wisdom drive innovation in mental health and suicide prevention. Our goal is to transform systems and close equity gaps by elevating culturally grounded interventions and implementation strategies.

WHAT WE STRIVE TO DO

  • Center communities most impacted. We co‑create studies and solutions to ensure relevance, trust, and real‑world fit. 

  • Advance culturally responsive interventions. We adapt and evaluate care models to improve engagement, persistence, and outcomes in mental health care. 

  • Translate evidence into practice. We provide capacity‑building, technical assistance, and policy‑relevant education that move research beyond papers into programs.

OUR RESEARCH AREAS

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Contact Us

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Research Lab Team

Richardson Wellness Lab
Attn: Dr. Sonyia Richardson
325 Pittsboro Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Email: Sonyia.Richardson@unc.edu
Phone: 919-445-1234

© 2026 Richardson Wellness Collective Lab
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