C Robert Cloninger, MD, PhD
World Renowned Researcher
Professor Emeritus at Washington University
Director of the Anthropedia Institute

Dr. C. Robert Cloninger is a world-renowned psychiatrist, geneticist, and pioneer in the psychobiology of personality and well-being. As the former Wallace Renard Professor of Psychiatry and Professor of Psychology and Genetics at Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Cloninger has dedicated his career to understanding the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual foundations of both mental health and mental illness. Dr. Cloninger is now an Emeritus Professor at Washington University.

Key Qualifications:

  • Over 50 years of experience in psychiatric research and clinical practice
  • Developer of the widely-used Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI)
  • Author of "Feeling Good: The Science of Well-Being" and over 450 peer-reviewed articles
  • Recipient of numerous awards, including the Adolf Meyer Award from the American Psychiatric Association

Dr. Cloninger's groundbreaking work on the psychobiology of personality led to the development of the Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI), a comprehensive personality assessment tool used worldwide.

His research has demonstrated that personality traits can predict vulnerability to various mental health issues, including burnout, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Cloninger's work is particularly relevant to the Global Burnout Recovery Program, as it offers a framework for understanding how personality factors contribute to burnout risk and resilience.

Dr. Cloninger's integrative approach to well-being, which emphasizes the importance of character development and self-awareness, forms a cornerstone of the program's philosophy. His research on the science of well-being provides evidence-based strategies for personal growth and resilience that are essential for burnout recovery and prevention.

Dr. Cloninger brings his extensive expertise to bear on developing personalized interventions based on individual personality profiles in the Global Burnout Recovery Program. His work ensures that the program's approach is grounded in cutting-edge science while addressing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit.

Dr. Cloninger's contributions to the field of psychiatry and well-being have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society of Psychiatric Genetics and the Judd Marmor Award from the American Psychiatric Association for contributions to the biopsychosocial understanding of mental health and illness.

With Dr. Cloninger's guidance, participants in the Global Burnout Recovery Program benefit from a truly hintegrative, evidence-based approach to mental health and personal growth, tailored to their unique personality profile and individual needs.