Shahar obtained her Ph.D. in Health Education and Behavior from the University of Florida, where she continued as a postdoctoral associate for one year. Her master’s degree is in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology (UF) and her bachelor’s degree is in Physical Education. So far, her research focused on the effect of natural environments on substance use-related decision making within the Behavioral Economic framework, real-world medical use of ketamine for psychiatric and pain conditions, and combining pharmacological and nonpharmacological approaches for PTSD such as medical ketamine and trauma-informed yoga. Shahar is excited to continue developing her research skills at C-P.A.W.W. and combine different approaches to advance the holistic healing and well-being of veterans. Shahar is a mother of two sons, who always say her favorite kid is Pizza - her feral fluffy orange cat.