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Giving a Speech

Public Speaking & Parent Education

I offer speaking engagements and workshops for schools, parent communities, and organizations seeking thoughtful, psychologically grounded conversations around parenting, adolescence, and emotional well-being. My talks are research-informed, candid, and practical—designed to normalize complex experiences while offering clear, actionable guidance.

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I regularly speak with parent groups, educators, and community organizations, particularly within high-achieving and resource-rich environments where pressure, visibility, and expectations can quietly shape family dynamics. Each presentation can be tailored to the specific needs of your community and is available in both in-person and virtual formats.

Available Presentations

Raising Grounded, Grateful Kids in a World of Abundance

Parenting in environments of abundance comes with unique challenges that are rarely discussed openly. This talk explores how wealth, access, and opportunity shape children psychologically—and how parents can intentionally foster gratitude, resilience, and internal motivation without guilt, deprivation, or overcorrection.

Drawing from research in child development, family systems, and motivation, this presentation offers parents a framework for:

  • Cultivating genuine gratitude rather than entitlement
     

  • Setting clear, healthy boundaries around money, access, and responsibility
     

  • Supporting motivation and work ethic without excessive pressure
     

  • Navigating complex family dynamics, including multigenerational wealth and expectations
     

This talk is particularly well-suited for parent communities within private schools and high-achieving environments.

Dropping the Veil: Demystifying Therapy for Adolescents and Young Adults

Despite growing awareness around mental health, many families still carry uncertainty, fear, or misconceptions about therapy for teens. This presentation offers a transparent, developmentally informed look at what therapy actually is—and what it is not—during adolescence and young adulthood.

Designed for parents and caregivers, this talk addresses:

  • When therapy can be helpful (and when it may not be necessary)
     

  • What typically brings adolescents into therapy
     

  • How confidentiality works and what parents can realistically expect
     

  • Common myths that prevent families from seeking support
     

  • How therapy supports identity development, emotional regulation, and resilience
     

The goal is to reduce stigma, clarify expectations, and help families make thoughtful, informed decisions about mental health support.

Format & Booking

Presentations are typically 60–75 minutes, with time for Q&A, and can be adapted for:

  • Parent education evenings
     

  • School-hosted workshops
     

  • Community or professional organizations
     

If you’re interested in hosting a talk or would like to discuss customizing a presentation for your community, I’d be happy to connect!

To inquire about speaking engagements, please contact me at (828) 771-6187 or reach out through my contact page.

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