SRA is first organisation selected for pilot wellbeing programme
RESET Pilot Well-Being Programme for Workplace Intervention has been launched in Waterford
The Southern Regional Assembly has been selected as the first organisation to participate in the RESET pilot well-being programme for Teams, a new initiative to address workplace well-being at its root cause: people’s self-image and their early life experiences.
Developed by international coach and author Doug Dane, RESET is based on his acclaimed book 'Mistaken Identity' and the program helps individuals and teams break free from limiting beliefs, strengthens resilience, and aligns who they are with how they live and work.
A spokesperson for Waterford City & County Council said the the pilot is being delivered in partnership with Healthy Waterford - an initiative within the local authority.
Key insights into the Waterford business landscape were initially provided by the Waterford Chamber of Commerce.
In addition, the RESET programme has submitted a bid for EU Research funding in 2026 and that bid, in partnership with the Walton Institute, and Waterford-based microbiome company BiomiCare, aims to further enhance scientific data on the exploration of mind and gut health.
Following an application process, the Southern Regional Assembly, which is one of three regional-level bodies that form the regional tier of Government in the Republic of Ireland, was selected as the first organisation to host the pilot.
Welcoming the news, Eoin Morrissey, Healthy Waterford City & County Coordinator, said: “Well-being is created in the places where we live and work. Work takes up a huge percentage of where we spend our time. The RESET programme aligns with Healthy Waterford’s mission to support workplaces in becoming healthier, more resilient environments."
"This is a further example of our ongoing collaboration to advance the good work of promoting well-being and health leadership in the region," he said.
Linda Barry, Project Lead, Workplace Wellbeing Facilitator and Lifestyle Consultant, added: “Partnering with Healthy Waterford to bring this pilot to Waterford has been a passion of mine since I first encountered Doug’s work and his book 'Mistaken Identity'. Its prescription for healthy mental living and lifestyle balance is an innovative solution that every business should make available to employees.”
Pauline Toomey, Assistant Staff Officer HR & Finance, Southern Regional Assembly, also commented on the pilot scheme and said: “We are delighted to be the chosen organisation for the RESET Pilot. It’s a great opportunity to support our staff and strengthen our workplace culture."
"Our goal is to empower our people — we believe this pilot will help us achieve that and give us greater awareness of our true potential," she said.
Meanwhile, Doug Dane, Creator of RESET, said: “We are excited to partner with the Southern Regional Assembly as the first RESET pilot site. This is more than another wellness initiative; it’s a transformational approach that empowers leaders and employees to take control of their thinking and mental health, improving both workplace culture and organisational impact.”
The RESET Pilot Programme officially launched on October 8, at the Southern Regional Assembly in Waterford, with sessions running through November.
Reults and insights will be shared with partners and will inform the wider rollout of RESET across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. A second phase of the pilot will also be offered later this year to the original applicants.
“We were truly impressed by the calibre of leaders who came forward to support employee well-being,” said Mr Dane.
“This inspired us to create a special secondary pilot, supported by Healthy Waterford, to give more organisations a chance to experience RESET.”
