Mental Health / Psychology Keynote Speakers
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Mental Health and Psychology keynote speakers allow us to find purpose in turning anxiety and other challenges into opportunities and freeing ourselves from negative messages. Mental Health and Psychology speakers are psychologists, scientists, life-coaches, survivors, and doctors. GDA Speakers has a diverse roster of mental health and psychology speakers who address depression, fear, bipolar disorder, suicide, trauma, and violence in order to face one's journey with courage and determination
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 15
Chris Bashinelli Featured
National Geographic Explorer & TV Host; United Nations Moderator; Actor from The Sopranos (HBO); Expert on Human Connection & Happiness in Business
Chris Bashinelli, National Geographic Explorer, TV host, and celebrated speaker on human connection, travels the globe researching what drives happiness, purpose, and belonging in life and business. Drawing from immersive experiences in over 40 countries, Chris helps organizations boost sales, reignite employee inspiration, and build cultures of genuine connection.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 2
Amy Cuddy Featured
Social Psychologist and Bestselling Author
Dr. Amy Cuddy is a social psychologist, bestselling author, and keynote speaker. Her work focuses on presence and performance under stress, feeling powerful vs. powerless, prejudice and stereotyping, nonverbal behavior, the delicate balance of projecting trustworthiness and strength, and most recently, the psychology of bullying, bystanding, and social bravery.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Michelle Gielan Featured
Founder of The Institute for Applied Positive Research
Michelle Gielan is the bestselling author of Broadcasting Happiness: The Science of Igniting and Sustaining Positive Change and was named one of the Top 10 authors on resilience by the Harvard Business Review. She is now an Executive Producer of “The Happiness Advantage” on PBS.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 6
April Hernandez Castillo Featured
Actress; Author; Survivor and Advocate for Intimate Partner Violence; Tedx Speaker
April is an actress, author, and speaker. As a survivor of Intimate Partner Violence, April now serves as a role model. Her mission is to educate her audiences about the power of their voice, the effects of abuse, and understanding the components of a healthy relationship.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 4
Patrick Kennedy Featured
Former United States Representative, Rhode Island; Co-Founder, One Mind and Founder, The Kennedy Forum
Patrick J. Kennedy is one of the world’s leading voices on mental health and addiction. He works to unite government leaders, philanthropists, the private sector, and advocates in transforming our health care system to finally treat illness of the brain on par with illnesses of the body.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 7
Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D. Featured
Acclaimed Clinical Psychologist & Coach; Author of Get Out of The Red Zone; Positive Psychology Expert
Success starts from within. Whether you want to have a healthy body, booming business, or flourishing relationships, the first step is to rewire your brain and cultivate your peak mindset. Dr. Lombardo teaches practical skills to make lasting transformations in your life.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 9
Paul J Long Featured
Maximize fulfillment, change perspective and manifest more of “What's GOOD!”
Paul J Long thrives in creating energy and genuine connection. His concept of Fundamism helps attendees create more meaningful interactions while providing tactical behaviors to maximize fulfillment, change perspective, and manifest more of "What's GOOD!"
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 6
Ben Nemtin Featured
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Organizational Culture Expert, Co-Founder of MTV's The Buried Life
Ben struggled with depression growing up and was forced to drop out of college. Searching for purpose, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three childhood friends.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 2 Videos: 0
Jennifer Ayers-Moore
Mental Health Advocate
Jennifer Ayers-Moore, sister to Nathaniel Ayers, the subject of the book and film The Soloist, is a passionate, outspoken advocate for the artistically gifted mentally ill. Her journey began over 30 years ago when her charming, intelligent, talented, and handsome brother, Nathaniel, developed schizophrenia.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Minaa B.
Social Worker, Mental Health Educator, Author, Founder
Minaa B. is a mental health educator who explores the intersection of growth, culture, and community. As an author, founder, and licensed social worker, she partners with organizations to foster psychological safety through impactful keynotes and workshops that uniquely integrate art and entertainment as tools for healing and connection
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 9
Kristel Bauer
Corporate Wellness and Performance Expert; Award-Winning Author of Work-Life Tango; TEDx Speaker; Host of Top Podcast "Live Greatly”; Contributing Writer for Entrepreneur
Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness & performance expert helping her audience find more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work. She has appeared on NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather and more.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 6
Amy Blankson
Expert on Flourishing, Presidential Point of Light, Award-Winning Author, AI Innovator
As a Harvard- and Yale-educated thought leader at the intersection of happiness, technology and innovation, Amy delivers engaging, actionable keynotes that empower audiences to cut through the noise, reclaim their human edge, and shape the future with confidence.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 3
Dr. Michael Breus
The Sleep Doctor
Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have taken and passed the Sleep Medicine Boards without going to Medical School.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 7
Adolph Brown
Founder, President, and CEO of The Leadership & Learning Institute
As a recognized Master Teacher, business leader, educational/clinical psychologist, anthropologist and motivational speaker, his outrageous and energetic outlook will captivate you the minute he walks onto stage.
Keynotes: 11 Books: 6 Videos: 5
Valorie Burton
Best-Selling Author, President and CEO of The Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, Personal and Executive Coach and International Speaker
Valorie Burton, life strategist and international speaker, is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology - the study of what happens when things go right with us.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Caleb Campbell: NFL Athlete, West Point, Former Army Officer
A transformative framework resulting in growth oriented leaders and teams and a culture where well-being and performance thrive together.
People everywhere are tired. They’re running on empty, trying to meet relentless demands in a world that refuses to slow down. But the answer isn’t doing more—or doing less. It’s finding the courage to face the discomfort we avoid head-on and, in doing so, expand into something greater.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Ryan Campbell
Youngest Solo Pilot to Circumnavigate the Globe; One of Australia's 50 Great Explorers; Plane Crash Survivor
A leading speaker on burnout, resilience, and mental health, Ryan helps leaders create JoyFueled teams. Despite the highs of a Guinness World Record solo flight around the world and the lows of a plane crash and paraplegic diagnosis, Ryan’s greatest lesson was parked in his driveway - a 1960 Pink Cadillac.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 8
Alison Canavan
Acclaimed International Speaker, Wellness Coach, and Mindfulness Advocate
Alison Canavan is the change agent every company needs to help regulate the nervous systems and manage the energy of individuals and companies as a whole. Alison's teachings and techniques around saving, regulating, and investing your energy leads to deeper connections to yourself and those around you.
Keynotes: 15 Books: 1 Videos: 17
Chloe Carmichael
Clinical Psychologist; Consultant; Wellness Expert
Dr. Chloe is a clinical psychologist, author, and TV personality who works with high-performing people. Her new book, Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety shares relatable stories and teaches practical techniques to help transform anxiety into a constructive source of energy and improvement in self-care.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Boris Cherniak
Celebrity Hypnotist, Team Building, Motivational Expert, Mental Health Speaker
Unforgettable interactive presentation to energize and empower. Boris Cherniak will keep your group in stitches, while providing valuable tools and information to improve well being and bottom line.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 0 Videos: 2
Tara Conner
Former Miss USA; TV Host; Tedx Speaker; Recovery Advocate
Tara is a former Miss USA, TV Host, Tedx Speaker, and recovery advocate. After facing the stigma as someone recovering from a substance use disorder and mental health challenges, Conner decided to turn her mess into her mission by sharing her experience, strength, and hope to audiences around the globe.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 6 Videos: 3
Dr. David Cook
Sports & Performance Psychologist; Consultant; Best-Selling Author on the Mental Advantage
Dr. David L. Cook, top sport and performance psychology expert, best selling author, and award winning film producer. Dr. Cook served as the mental training coach for the San Antonio Spurs for eight years that included their two World Championships.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 0 Videos: 5
Johnny Crowder
Mental Health, Resilience, and Company Culture Expert; Founder & CEO of Cope Notes
After overcoming debilitating mental health challenges, Johnny Crowder has emerged as one of America’s exciting new voices on self-care, company culture, and people-first leadership. He is a suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, Billboard-charing heavy metal musician, and Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, the global mental health company.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 11
Susan David
Management Thought Leader; Award-Winning Harvard Medical School Psychologist; Emotional Intelligence Expert
An award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist, Susan has been named one of the world’s most influential management thinkers. She offers unique expertise on cultivating more agile, healthy, resilient, and authentically happy people, families, workplaces, and communities.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 3
Tasha Eurich
Organizational Psychologist, Researcher, and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Blending scientific savvy, hands-on tools, and powerful stories of leadership transformation, Tasha's programs are packed with interactive discussion, real-world application, and experiential activities. Audiences don’t just walk away inspired and entertained—they are ready to transform.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 6 Videos: 2
David Feherty
Host, Golf Channel's "Feherty," New York Times Best-selling Author
David Feherty‘s sharp wit and colorful personality have made him golf’s favorite TV announcer. Feherty is open about his struggle with addiction and depression saying, “Far too many people are owned by addiction and devastated by depression.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 7
Dennis Gillan
Mental Health Advocate
Dennis Gillan is on a mission to reverse the current trends in completed suicides & to seriously reduce the stigma associated with getting help for one's mental health. The audience loves his comeback story of surviving the loss of two brothers to suicide. You will be glad you heard him speak.
Keynotes: 7 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Lawana Gladney, PhD
Media Personality; Trainer; Best-Selling Author; Powerful Success and Wellness Expert
Dr. Gladney is a leading expert in the field of success psychology and emotional management. She is a best-selling author that has reached millions internationally helping people to shift their brain for success. She is passionate about helping others create amazing lives.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 4 Videos: 2
Jonathan Haidt
Professor of Ethical Leadership, New York University—Stern School of Business and Author of New York Times Best Seller
Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist who is widely considered to be one of the world’s leading experts on the psychology of morality. His early research radically transformed the field, pulling it away from its earlier focus on moral reasoning.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 6
Heidi Hanna, PhD
Best-Selling Author, Speaker and Consultant on Stress Mastery, Brain Based Health and Performance
Dr. Hanna provides a grounded, realistic approach to integrative neuroscience, teaching and facilitating dynamic and engaging conversations about all things related to making brains work better. She can also assist with programming to energize your meeting through workouts, nutrition planning and meditation breaks.
Keynotes: 0 Books: 8 Videos: 3
Benjamin Hardy
Organizational Psychologist; Author; the World's Leading Expert on the Application of the Future Self Science
Dr. Benjamin Hardy is an organizational psychologist, author, and the world’s leading expert on the application of the Future Self science. His books have sold hundreds of thousands of copies, and his blogs have been read by hundreds of millions.
Keynotes: 12 Books: 5 Videos: 1
Lee Hausner, Ph.D.
Lee Hausner Consultant
Dr. Hausner, an internationally recognized clinical psychologist and business consultant, provides family consulting services. These services include assisting families in learning effective communication and conflict resolution skills, facilitating family retreats, resolving generational issues and increasing personal effectiveness.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Kevin Hines
Survivor, Storyteller, and Filmmaker
Kevin is a best-selling author, speaker, filmmaker, and suicide prevention/mental health advocate who has reached millions with his story of an unlikely survival and his will to live. After he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, he attempted to take his life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Charlie Rocket Jabaley
Grammy-Winning Music Mogul; Emmy-Winning Nike Athlete; Ironman and Marathon Runner; Social Media Innovator and Creative
Charlie Rocket inspires those around him. He’s lost 135 pounds. Became vegan. Ran 3 marathons. Reversed the growth of his brain tumor. Became an Ironman. Recently finished his nationally-known Dream Machine bike tour across America. He also made the cover of Runner’s World and secured a partnership with Nike.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Shari Karney
"Roar as One" Founder Social Innovator on Resilience, Change, Adversity and Triumph–Speaker for Women's Empowerment
Shari specializes in helping people transform their lives to feel happier, inspired, listened to, respected and understood. You will experience profound results. Devloped a campaign, #Menwithyoutoo - #MeToo Campaign is not slowing down anytime soon. Time for good men to stand with your wives, sisters, daughters, co-Wworkers, and friends
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 10
Michelle MiJung Kim
Korean American Immigrant; Award-Winning Author; Activist; Entrepreneur
Michelle MiJung Kim (she/her) is a queer Korean American immigrant woman writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur. She is CEO and co-founder of Awaken, where she has consulted hundreds of organizations and leaders from Fortune 500 companies, tech giants, nonprofits, universities and beyond on their equity education journey.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 4
Shane Kruchten
Triumph Over Adversity: A Marine's Journey of Resilience, Advocacy, and Empowerment
From the heartland of America to the bustling streets of San Diego, Shane Kruchten's biography is a testament to the transformative power of unwavering determination, unyielding patriotism, and an unshakeable commitment to making the world a better place.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Isaac Lidsky
Eyes Wide Open
Isaac Lidsky has the ability to speak on several topics based on his life experiences including a retinal degenerative disease that lead to his progressive sight loss and blindness, entrepreneurship, leadership, teams & motivation. Side Note: Isaac played Weasel on NBC's Saved by the Bell.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Omar Manejwala
Keynote Speaker, Author, Addiction Expert
Omar Manejwala, M.D. is an addiction psychiatrist and former Hazelden Medical Director. He explains addiction in simple terms -how addiction changes your brain to how your thoughts, actions and experiences play a role in making self-destructive behaviors worse - and provides practical actions to control your cravings and recover.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 4
Dr. Luana Marques
Author, Scientist & Innovator, Associate Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School
As an Associate Professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Luana Marques has helped millions in her relentless efforts to equip everyone, everywhere, with the skills to thrive. Dr. Marques offers the roadmap for high performers in high-octane environments to stay self-regulated, motivated, and thriving.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 7 Videos: 1
Caroline Adams Miller, MAPP
Goals & Grit ™ Expert
Caroline is the world's leading expert on Goals & Grit. She helps people get more grit, achieve their goals, and find happiness. A Harvard graduate with a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology fro the University of Pennsylvania, she has authored seven books inclusing Creating Your Best Life and Getting Grit.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 1
Erica Miller
International Best-Selling Author; Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology; Entrepreneur; Holocaust Survivor
When Dr. Erica Miller shares her stories and wisdom, people can’t help but listen and take them to heart. A five-foot tall dynamo with an effervescent spirit, she has overcome challenges through her life that are difficult to fathom.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Morris Morrison
Speaker, Futurist, Author and Entrepreneur
Morris Morrison is a world-class entertainer, futurist, and author who became obsessed with building stronger, kinder, more focused human beings after being orphaned in New York City, then, being orphaned a second time as a teen — before a doctor’s words changed his life forever.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 6 Videos: 6
Dr. Mildred D Muhammad, D.Hum
Award-Winning Global Keynote Speaker, Maryland State Board of Victim Services, Speaker/US Dept of State & Author
Dr. Mildred D Muhammad, D.Hum, speaker and advocate for domestic abuse survivors, offers profound insights on resilience, mental well-being, and navigating hidden abuse. A survivor and former wife of the D.C. sniper, she uses her story to inspire change, empowering individuals and communities to create safer, more compassionate environments.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 3 Videos: 2
Shasta Nelson
Social Relationships Expert, Author, Media Resource, and Keynote Speaker
For over 15 years, Shasta Nelson has been translating the science of human connection into actionable practices that lead to greater belonging in communities and workplaces. Her expertise activates organizations to intentionally create and accelerate high-trust and resilient relationships that lead to higher employee retention, engagement, and collaboration.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 3 Videos: 4
Kristen Race, Ph.D.
World-Renowned Mindfulness Expert; 2x TEDx Speaker; Host of the Train Your Brain Radio Show
As a world-renowned expert in the field of mindfulness, Kristen’s programs are rooted in neuroscience and designed to build resilience to modern-day stress and create a mindset that helps us live our lives better. Her work focuses on making mindfulness practices accessible and easily incorporated into daily life.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Dan Reidenberg
Suicide Prevention & Teen Mental Health
Daniel J. Reidenberg is currently the Executive Director of SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education), a national non-profit agency working to prevent suicide and help suicide survivors and those suffering with depression.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Ashley Rhodes-Courter
New York Times Best Selling Author of Three Little Words
NYT & International Bestselling author of her memoir Three Little Words (2008), currently being made into a major motion picture; ran for the Florida State Senate, featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Nightline, Nancy Grace, ABC Primetime
Keynotes: 2 Books: 7 Videos: 1
Delaney Ruston
Physician and Documentary Filmmaker
Since the release of her first feature-length film, UNLISTED in 2009, Delaney has been a sought-after speaker. Her engaging presentations weave together compelling stories with cutting-edge science, inspiring audiences to rethink their assumptions.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Dandapani
Hindu Priest; Entrepreneur; Former Monk
Dandapani is an internationally renowned and highly sought-after speaker who is revolutionizing the business world with his practical and simple systematic approach to balancing work/life challenges. His talks offer attendees understanding of how the mind works so they can create sustainable changes in their personal and professional lives.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Lauren Sisler
Emmy Winning ESPN Sportscaster; Addiction Prevention & Mental Health Advocate
Lauren Sisler is a national award-winning sports broadcaster who has been captivating audiences with her insightful coverage on ESPN since 2016. Through her grief of unexpectedly losing both parents to their hidden drug addiction, Lauren emerged from the shadows of shame and found renewed hope.
Keynotes: 8 Books: 9 Videos: 7
Laura Stack, MBA, CSP, CPAE
Performance, Execution, Time Management & Productivity Expert
Laura Stack gives speeches and seminars to help leaders increase team and personal productivity. For over 25 years, she’s worked with Fortune 1000 clients to improve output, increase speed in execution, and save time in the office.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 6 Videos: 5
Shefali Tsabary
Clinical Psychologist, 3 x NYT Bestselling Author, CEO Conscious Coaching Institute
Best-selling author Dr. Shefali Tsabury discusses conscious parenting, creating an awakened family and raising confident children.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 6
David C. Williams
Author; Inventor; Technology Executive at AT&T
As Assistant VP of Automation at AT&T, David leads the largest Robotics Process Automation program worldwide driving billions in savings & revenue. David also received the 2021 Black Engineer of the Year Award, 2022 IT Team of the Year Award, and has been featured on all major media outlets.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Dr. Jade Wu
Board-certified Sleep Psychologist, Researcher, and Speaker
Dr. Wu is a Duke-trained sleep psychologist, speaker, media expert who translates cutting-edge science into real-world solutions. A frequent guest on NPR and ABC, she helps audiences—from new parents to corporate teams—sleep better, live healthier, and navigate life with clarity, calm, and evidence-based strategies.
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