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    Speaking Engagements

    ENGAGING, INSIGHTFUL & PRACTICAL PRESENTATIONS


    With a goal to translate complex ideas about child development, relationships, and learning into clear, actionable insights that participants can apply immediately. 



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Signature Areas & Selected Topics:

These topics are representative of my work, and I am always happy to tailor presentations to meet the specific needs and questions of your school or parent community. Engagements can range from a single workshop to a multi-session series or a more sustained partnership, depending on your goals.

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Child & Adolescent Development

  • Understanding Brain Development in Children and Adolescents
  • Supporting Emotional Regulation and Executive Functioning
  • Helping Children Manage Stress and Anxiety


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Parenting in a Complex World

  • Parenting in the Digital Age
  • Parenting from the Inside Out
  • Setting Limits with Confidence and Clarity
  • Talking to Children About Difficult Topics


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Relational Classrooms & School Culture

  • Working with Students Who Challenge Us
  • Building Relational Classrooms and Strong School Communities
  • Integrating Social-Emotional Learning into Everyday Practice
  • Restorative Practices and Conflict Resolution
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Leadership & Systems Thinking in Schools

  • The Neuroscience of Leadership
  • Supporting Student Mental Health in School Settings
  • Differentiation & Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners
  • Building Villages Together: A Framework for supporting social and emotional learning
    & and strengthening school culture.
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Special Topics & Community Conversations

  • Navigating Friendships and Social Development
  • Raising Resilient Children
  • Raising Your Bilingual Child


Whether working with a parent community or a faculty team, I aim to create spaces that foster reflection, connection, and a shared commitment to supporting children and adolescents in meaningful ways.

Interested in Bringing This Work to Your Community?


If you are interested in scheduling a speaking engagement or exploring how we might work together, I invite you to reach out using the contact form or email below. I look forward to the opportunity to partner with you in supporting your community.

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