PEERS Wellness Ambassadors - Cabrillo College

P.E.E.R.S Wellness Ambassadors

People Empowering Each Other to Realize Success

PEERS focus on the Eight Dimensions of Wellness to support a healthier community. How we care for our children, our elders, our families, and ourselves. PEERS Wellness Ambassadors help promote wellness and student success in our campus community. Wellness Ambassadors work with Student Health Services to optimize wellness skills to support the achievement of academic and personal goals.

About Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Member Bios

About Active Minds Club

PEERS Application

About PEERS Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Members & Bios

PEERS Application

Active Minds Club

Dimensions of Wellness Assessment

Health Education & Wellness Coaching Interest Form

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For Questions Contact Claudia Peixoto

Claudia Peixoto

Student Outreach and Wellness Coordinator

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About Wellness Ambassadors

What do Wellness Ambassadors do?

A Wellness Ambassador will work one-on-one with a student to identify strengths, goals, and plans addressing each dimension of wellness. The PEERS Wellness Ambassador will share resources, teach new skills, help the student develop healthy habits to overcome challenges, and will also be an accountability partner to the student. They also connect students to valuable resources on campus and are leaders in the Active Minds Club.

What can Wellness Ambassadors help with?

SMART Goals for Academic & Personal Objectives
Time Management
Stress Management
Studying Tips and Tricks
Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise Support
Budgeting
Accountability
Organization
Campus Connections
Overall support around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social, and Spiritual.

Want support from a PEERS Wellness Ambassador?

Make an appointment by calling (831) 479-6435 or emailing Claudia Peixoto, clpeixot@cabrillo.edu when school is in session. You can also complete this Dimensions of Wellness Assessment where you can request an appointment.

Dimensions of Wellness Assessment

Want to become a PEERS Wellness Ambassador?

PEERS needs you! Bring us your talents to Student Health Services view requirements, application, and recommendation forms through the link below:

PEERS Application

Want a brief PEERS presentation in your class?

Complete this form or email Claudia Peixoto at clpeixot@cabrillo.edu

Presentation Request Form

PEERS Members & Bios

2025 Wellness Ambassadors

Andrew

Andrew is 23 years old and has lived in Aptos his whole life. He is majoring in psychology. He loves connecting with people and helping others. He is currently the Active Minds Club President and the Health and Wellness Representative on Student Senate. He is happy to be in a leadership position that allows him the ability to help build a strong and supportive community at Cabrillo while advocating for mental health awareness.

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Apollo

Apollo is in their 3rd year at Cabrillo College, pursuing a degree in psychology to become a marriage and family counselor. They are in a leadership role for the Active Minds Club. Apollo enjoys getting to know their peers on campus and strives to help cultivate a community at Cabrillo through Active Minds. In their free time, Apollo enjoys touching grass, thrifting, journaling, making flower arrangements, and getting coffee with pals.

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Bridgette

Bridgette is pursuing an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Health Science. She aspire to become a Physician Assistant (PA) and work closely with community members and non-profit organizations to promote healthier living. In her free time, she enjoy hiking, powerlifting, and creating homemade crafts.

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Daniella

Daniella enjoys working as a Wellness Ambassador at Cabrillo College, where she focuses on her passion: building supportive connections within our community through compassionate, meaningful interactions. She is deeply interested in mental health and enjoys sharing tools and resources that help people cultivate peace, joy, and fulfillment in their lives. As a psychology major, Daniella plans to earn a Doctorate in Psychology and work as a licensed clinical therapist, focusing on healing from early childhood attachment traumas. Outside of work and school, Daniella enjoys writing songs, designing posters, and weightlifting. Most of all, she cherishes spending quality time with friends and family and expressing herself through art and music.

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Olin

My name is Olin Henricks II. I was born and raised in Watsonville. I have 3 wonderful kids. My major is Socialogy and my goal is to extend my education by transferring to CSUMB in the fall. My hobbies are volunteering my time at the Student Health Services at the Aptos campus. My passion is coaching football and coaching at the YMCA in Watsonville when I have free time. I like to read and use my free time to enjoy walks on the beach or take a hike in the Mount Madonna Mountains.

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Andreina

Hello, my name is Andreina. I was born and raised in Santa Cruz, then went to Montana State University where I earned a degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. Ultimately, my career goal is to become a physician. In my free time, I like to spend time with my dog, Delta. I also enjoy backpacking, running, and horseback riding.

Email Andreina

Join the Cabrillo College chapter of the national nonprofit Active Minds Club. As a club we empower our members to change the conversation about mental health and suicide prevention by raising awareness, sharing resources, and inspiring action.

The importance of awareness and education about the signs and symptoms of mental health disorders and encouraging students who are struggling to reach out and seek help are extremely valuable, now more than ever. We've all been in a situation where we or someone close to us has shown signs of distress, did you know what to do? This club will help you find the words and learn the resources to help.

Learn about the ways you can be a part of changing the conversations around Mental Health in our school, community and beyond with a supportive group of your peers. If you're ready to be a part of the Active Minds Club or have any questions email cabrillopeers@gmail.com or complete the Active Minds Club Member Form.

Visit the Active Minds Club Linktree for their Instagram, resources and more information.

Active Minds Club Member Form

About Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Member Bios

About Active Minds Club

PEERS Application

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