Understand yourself. Strengthen what matters. Explore what's possible.
Applied Positive Psychology for wellbeing, mindset, performance and human flourishing.
​Krista Barry is an Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner, researcher and published author.
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She established Flow Like Water Academy as the professional home for her practice, research and applied work in human wellbeing and development.
Krista works with individuals and organisations to better understand the factors that shape wellbeing, behaviour and performance, and to develop the strengths, capabilities and conditions that help people thrive.
Drawing on evidence-based applied positive psychology, coaching psychology, research, and applied neuroscience, Krista translates science into practical approaches tailored to the person, group, or context, supporting people to function well, develop, and flourish.
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​​Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP), with Distinction · Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner · Researcher · Published Author
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How I Can Help
Whether you're looking for individual support, a shared learning experience, or something for your organsation, there are several ways to work with Flow Like Water Academy.
Evidence-based wellbeing programs for organisations that want to support their people in meaningful, practical ways — from workshops and facilitated sessions to tailored programs.
Workplace Wellbeing
Meet Krista
Krista Barry
MAPP (Distinction) | Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner | Published Researcher
My work sits at the intersection of research and real life.
I hold a Master of Applied Positive Psychology (Distinction) from Central Queensland University, and my peer-reviewed research, Connecting by Water, explored the wellbeing benefits of structured ocean experiences for midlife women.
But my work with people began long before my academic training. Across more than 25 years, I’ve worked with individuals, groups and organisations through business, sport, surf education and community programs — helping people navigate change, build capability and function well in the realities of everyday life.
My background as a former elite swimmer and Australian Institute of Sport athlete also shaped how I understand behaviour, motivation, performance and the importance of environments that support people to thrive.
Today, I bring those experiences together through Flow Like Water Academy — combining applied positive psychology, research and practical experience to support individuals and organisations in meaningful, evidence-based ways.
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Krista Barry
Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
