Tasha Golden, PhD is a singer/songwriter turned behavioral scientist, and a leading expert in the science of “Creativity x Wellbeing.” From SXSW to the US Conference of Mayors, from POLITICO to state arts councils, from industry summits to universities, Golden’s storytelling and game-changing insights motivate and inspire audiences.

Previously the Director of Research at the International Arts + Mind Lab at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Golden has led pivotal research at intersections of the arts, behavioral science, and well-being. Honored as one of 2024’s "Fierce 50" by Fierce Pharma for her innovative work linking arts and healthcare, Golden is recognized among the top visionaries transforming the industry.

Now a full-time speaker, author, and consultant, Golden has guided thousands of clients and audience members to reimagine their work, purpose, and potential.

Golden’s work is shaped by her early experiences as a career artist and entrepreneur. As singer-songwriter for the critically acclaimed band Ellery, she toured internationally, with songs in TV and film (ABC, SHOWTIME, FOX, NETFLIX, etc). But when severe burnout and depression ended her music career, she began raising questions about mental health, creativity, and wellbeing that led to her PhD, ongoing research, and global work as a speaker and consultant.

Golden is a published poet (Humanist Press), founder of Project Uncaged: a trauma-informed creative writing program for incarcerated girls, and developer of “How We Human”: a training in Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Practice designed for creatives. She is also the lead author of "Arts on Prescription: A Field Guide for US Communities."

With extensive publications in peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Golden combines scientific knowledge with professional experience, storytelling, and a dynamic presence honed over years of performing. Leveraging her unique research and background, she helps clients and audiences raise their own new questions—linking science and creative practice to grow their work.

- Helping audiences move beyond the status quo: "Get out of your lane. There *is* no lane."
- Exploring the roles of *creative thinking* in leadership, wellbeing, innovation, and impact
- Ideation and Re-imagination: How we can think about our work, our lives, and our products/services in new ways
- Challenging assumptions to unlock potential
- Improving mental health, wellbeing, and resilience
- Innovative collaboration across disciplines, industries, sectors
- Linking science with creative practice to ignite self development and organizational growth