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Dynamic Workshops and Keynotes

Dynamic workshops and keynote presentations designed to support mental health awareness, strengthen communication, and promote sustainable well-being.

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Designed with Your Audience in Mind

Each presentation is tailored to the audience, with opportunities for reflection, discussion, and practical learning.

Psychological concepts are presented in an accessible and relevant way, with strategies and insights participants can apply in their personal and professional lives.

Speaking and Facilitation Experience

Dr. Gillon-Wright facilitates workshops and keynote presentations for businesses, government agencies, community organizations, nonprofits, and other professional groups. Her presentations draw on psychological expertise and professional experience to make complex topics accessible, relevant, and practical.

She has been invited to speak for organizations including the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks.

In addition to her speaking engagements, Dr. Gillon-Wright has served as an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University Maryland and as a graduate student representative on the national board of the Association of Black Psychologists, contributing academic and leadership experience to her work.

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Workshop and Keynote Topics

Topics are tailored to the needs of each organization and audience and may include:

  • Mental Health Awareness and Education

    Building understanding and reducing stigma around mental health.

  • Stress Management and Burnout Prevention

    Practical strategies for managing stress, recognizing burnout, and supporting well-being.

  • Communication and Interpersonal Effectiveness

    Strengthening communication and how individuals and teams work together.

  • Navigating Challenging Conversations

    Developing skills for approaching difficult or high-stakes conversations with greater awareness and effectiveness.

  • Cultural Responsiveness and Workplace Dynamics

    Building cultural awareness and supporting thoughtful engagement across diverse identities, backgrounds, and perspectives.

  • Psychological Safety and Team Culture

    Exploring how trust, communication, and inclusion can support participation and healthier team dynamics.

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Meaningful conversations create meaningful change.

Speaking & Professional Engagements

Baltimore County Recreation and Parks
Brick By Brick Behavioral Health Services
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
National Coalition of 100 Black Women

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