“I’m here today, because there were individuals… who weren’t afraid to do things differently.”

Abigail

Speaking Engagements

Abigail offers speaking engagements that integrate lived experience, clinical insight, and research to provide a deeper and more accurate understanding of child maltreatment, developmental trauma, and systemic responses to abuse.

These talks are designed to challenge assumptions, highlight gaps in current approaches, and support more informed, ethical, and compassionate responses to trauma.

Potential Topics

  • The “Second Assault”: When systems meant to help cause harm

  • Understanding developmental trauma beyond PTSD

  • Dissociation and complex trauma

  • The neurobiology of chronic stress and trauma

  • Trauma and dissociation in forensic and legal contexts

  • Rethinking trauma-informed care

FAQs

Who are they designed for?

These talks are intended for professionals working with trauma-impacted populations, including clinicians, healthcare providers, educators, social workers, legal professionals, and academic institutions, who are seeking a deeper and more practical understanding of developmental trauma.

Can speaking topics be customized?

Yes. Speaking engagements can be adapted to align with the goals, audience, and context of your organization, including specific focus areas or populations.

What makes us different?

Talks integrate lived experience, clinical insight, and research to deepen understanding of developmental trauma. They move beyond traditional frameworks while examining how systems intended to provide care can contribute to further harm, and are designed to support more ethical and effective responses to trauma.

We are always happy to connect to see if our work aligns with the needs of your organization and audience.

Get in Touch

For questions, collaboration inquiries, or to learn more about trainings, speaking, or courses, please complete the form below.

We look forward to connecting.