Johanna Bock
Johanna Bock
PhD Candidate
she/her
Johanna is a PhD candidate examining the relationships between nature and psychological health, with a focus on the behaviours and values that mediate these relationships. Back in Germany, Johanna completed a Bachelor's and Master's degree in psychology during which she focused on developmental and health psychology. For her thesis, Johanna examined the importance of physical activity for positive development. In her current research she utilzes survey and interview data to learn more about how people interact with urban natures (real and virtual) in everyday life and how this is related to their mental health. She works with working age adults as well as immigrants across Metro Vancouver.
Outside of work/school, Johanna has always played field hockey. She also loves being outdoors, walking, hiking, jogging, or biking – anything that will get her moving in the fresh air.