Book Dr. Shainna

Transforming Audiences Through Practical, Culturally Relevant Mental Health Empowerment

Dr. Shainna Ali is a licensed mental health counselor, author, and sought-after speaker who bridges research and lived experience to create transformative, lasting impact for every audience she reaches.

Keynotes Workshops Retreats Activations Corporate Events
Dr. Shainna Ali speaking at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Trusted by leading organizations

American Counseling Association
Florida International University
NBCC Foundation
Chi Sigma Iota
University of Central Florida
Harvard Business Review
Essence Festival
Mental Health America
HealHaus
Barnes & Noble
American Counseling Association
Florida International University
NBCC Foundation
Chi Sigma Iota
University of Central Florida
Harvard Business Review
Essence Festival
Mental Health America
HealHaus
Barnes & Noble
100+
Presentations
100k+
Books Sold
35+
Media Features
15+
Years in Practice

What Event Organizers Say

Trusted by Planners Nationwide

★★★★★

"Dr. Shainna's keynote was the highlight of our annual conference. She has a rare ability to blend rigorous clinical knowledge with warmth and humor that keeps every seat in the room engaged. Our attendees are still talking about it weeks later."

Conference Chair American Counseling Association Regional Summit
★★★★★

"We brought Dr. Shainna in for our employee wellness retreat and the response was unlike anything we'd seen before. She created genuine psychological safety in the room within minutes. Booking her again is already in our next-year budget."

Director of Wellness Programs Corporate Employee Wellness Initiative
★★★★★

"From the first planning call to the final standing ovation, working with Dr. Shainna was seamless. She took the time to understand our audience, customized every element of her talk, and delivered far beyond our expectations."

Student Affairs Coordinator University Counseling & Wellness Center

Recent Engagements

Speaking Samples

A selection of recent clips from stages, community events, and activations.

Podcast & Media

Guest Appearances

Selected conversations across podcasts and wellness platforms.

How to Stop Hating Yourself & Set Boundaries

Something For Everybody · 2025

How Toxic Relationships Disrupt Our Self-Esteem

Video Podcast · 2023

Setting Healthy Boundaries For Personal Strength & Balance

Video Podcast · 2023

Also Heard On

More Conversations

Solluna with Kimberly Snyder · Ep. 629 Childhood Trauma and How to Learn Self-Love Listen → Mental — Destigmatise Mental Health · Ep. 329 Boundaries, Anxiety, Self-Love & Better Connection Listen on Spotify → Phoenix Helix · Ep. 202 Self-Love Workbook with Dr. Shainna Ali Listen → Something For Everybody · Ep. 335 Self-Love, Healthy Boundaries, and Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children Listen → Elevated Wellness · Ep. 61 Designing Healthy Boundaries with Dr. Shainna Ali Listen on Spotify → High Vibe Mindset · Ep. 59 Mental Health Meets Empowerment: Transformative Self-Love Practices Listen on Spotify → She Believed She Couldâ„¢ Podcast How To Practice Self-Love And Create Healthy Boundaries Listen on Spotify → Fit Womens Weekly Podcast How To Set Boundaries Unapologetically With Dr. Shainna Ali Listen on Spotify → Veggie Doctor Radio · Ep. 144 Modern Friendship with Dr. Shainna Ali Listen on Spotify → Veggie Doctor Radio · Ep. 85B How Self-Love is an Act of Service Listen on Apple Podcasts → Mind Money Balance · Ep. 42 Self Worth and Money with Dr. Shainna Ali Listen → It Starts With Attraction The Seven Components of Self-Love Listen on Apple Podcasts → Mama Knows Reparenting Your Inner Child, Now That You're a Mom Yourself Listen on Spotify → Live Happy Now Self-Love for Kids Listen on Spotify → Angus Eye Tea What Happens When You Ignore Self-Love? Listen on Spotify → Greatest Day Podcast · Ep. 14 Self Love with Dr. Shainna Ali Listen on Spotify → Thank You Heartbreak · Ep. 101 I Used To Think I Didn't Need Help Listen →

Topics

What Dr. Shainna Speaks On

Every presentation is customizable to your audience and organizational goals.

Mental Wellness Self-Love Generational Healing Designing Healthy Boundaries High-Functioning Anxiety Stress & Coping Burnout Prevention Self & Community Care Emotional Intelligence Reparenting Respectful Parenting Creativity in Counseling Intersectionality Identity & Culture Guyanese Mental Health Matrescence

Formats

Ways to Engage Dr. Shainna

Keynote Presentations

High-impact 45–90 minute keynotes designed to inspire, educate, and move audiences from insight to action on mental wellness and self-love.

Interactive Workshops

Hands-on, participatory sessions (half-day or full-day) that equip attendees with evidence-based tools they can apply immediately in their lives.

Retreat Hosting

Immersive multi-day experiences that bring wellness to life through facilitated learning, community building, and transformative practices.

Event Activations

Bespoke wellness experiences curated for conferences, expos, and brand events — from live demonstrations to branded wellness booths.

Panel & Moderation

Thoughtful facilitation of expert panels and community conversations that surface meaningful insights on mental health, identity, and wellness.

Customized Courses

Multi-session educational programs tailored to organizational goals — ideal for universities, healthcare systems, and corporate wellness initiatives.

Process

How to Book Dr. Shainna

A simple, collaborative process from first inquiry to standing ovation.

01

Send an Inquiry

Share your event details, audience, goals, and preferred dates via email or the contact form. All inquiries receive a response within 48 hours.

02

Discovery Call

A 30-minute call to align on vision, customize the content, and confirm logistics — so every element serves your audience perfectly.

03

Exceptional Experience

Dr. Shainna handles preparation end-to-end. On the day of your event, she shows up ready to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Start the Conversation

Workshop Offerings

Interactive Learning Experiences

Tailored to your organization, grounded in evidence-based practice.

Self-Love Intensive Workshop

A transformative session helping participants build sustainable self-love practices and challenge negative self-beliefs through evidence-based strategies.

Mental Health in the Workplace

Equip your team with practical skills for recognizing mental health challenges, supporting colleagues, and creating a culture of psychological safety.

Boundary Setting & Communication

Assertive communication techniques and practical strategies for establishing healthy boundaries across personal and professional contexts.

Trauma-Informed Practices

Understand trauma responses and implement trauma-informed approaches across education, healthcare, corporate, and community settings.

Cultural Competence & Inclusion

Develop culturally responsive skills and awareness to better serve diverse populations and foster genuinely inclusive environments.

Counselor Self-Care & Burnout Prevention

Strategies for mental health professionals to sustain personal wellness, prevent burnout, and model healthy practices for the clients they serve.

Consulting

Building Stronger Mental Health Initiatives

Beyond speaking engagements, Dr. Shainna offers specialized consulting to help organizations develop culturally responsive programs and sustainable wellness strategies.

Whether you need a one-time consultation or an ongoing partnership, Dr. Shainna works closely with your team to understand your unique needs and deliver solutions that last.

Discuss Your Needs

Services Include

  • Organizational consulting & strategy
  • Staff training & professional development
  • Curriculum development
  • Mental health program design
  • Mental health literacy initiatives
  • Workshop facilitation & customization
  • Cultural responsiveness assessment

Curious about the full conference & presentation history?

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