Helping communities thrive through planning, environmental review, and training.
The PlanWell Project is a path to doing better work.
Resilience, Reflection, and Readiness for the People Behind Planning
The PlanWell Project is more than just a wellness initiative — it’s a professional support system built by planners, for planners. Whether you're in a public agency, a private firm, or navigating the space between the two, this project is designed to enhance planner wellness, helping you stay mentally grounded, professionally sharp, and personally aligned with your purpose in this work. We believe that clarity of mind fosters clarity of process — and that when planners are supported through effective planning support, our communities thrive.
Why the People Behind the Plan Matter
Planning is hard. It requires technical knowledge, emotional resilience, political awareness, and a steady hand — often all at once. Many planners are carrying heavy workloads, tight timelines, and the pressure of making decisions that directly affect people’s homes, livelihoods, and futures.
And yet, the people behind the work are often left to figure it out alone.
The PlanWell Project exists because planner wellness, mental health, confidence, and clarity should not be afterthoughts. They are essential tools — just like a zoning code or a CEQA checklist. Providing planning support to the individuals behind the process is a critical piece of building better outcomes, better institutions, and better communities. By encouraging project sign ups, we can ensure that planners receive the necessary resources to thrive.
What The PlanWell Project Offers
What You Can Expect
The PlanWell Project offers essential planning support, inspiration, and structure for those involved in land use planning — particularly for those on the front lines of public service and project delivery.
Weekly Text Messages: Grounding thoughts, gentle reminders, and encouragement tailored for planner wellness, crafted by professionals who understand the work.
Workshops & Conference Events: Quiet spaces, badge ribbons, and conversations that highlight the complexity and meaning of your role in planning.
Planner-Focused Tools: Printable resources, self-reflection prompts, and mindfulness frameworks designed specifically for the planning profession.
Peer Stories & Shared Experience: Real-life accounts from planners across California — showcasing the challenges, breakthroughs, and human side of the work.
Soft Skill Support: Quiet leadership, boundary-setting, and communication under pressure — because planners do more than just process permits and truly benefit from project sign ups.
Why It’s Part of Our Practice
As a consulting firm, we’re serious about CEQA, zoning, and supporting our clients’ success — but we’re equally committed to planner wellness. We’ve integrated The PlanWell Project into our culture because we understand how the well-being of planners directly influences the quality and sustainability of their work.
By providing planning support that encourages planners to pause and reflect, we facilitate smoother project sign ups, foster more constructive conversations, and lead to more thoughtful decision-making. The PlanWell Project isn’t a detour from productivity — it’s a pathway to achieving better work.