Speaking engagements are one of the ways we serve the wider community with compassion, clarity, and practical wisdom. Whether your group is seeking support, education, spiritual formation, or encouragement, we thoughtfully craft presentations to meet the unique needs of your audience. Our approach blends clinical insight, pastoral sensitivity, and a deep respect for the lived experiences of those we serve.
Grief and loss are common topics for our talks. However, our work extends far beyond that. We take genuine joy in understanding the heart of your community and shaping content that resonates, empowers, and brings meaningful connection. We tailor every event because each community carries its own stories, questions, and hopes. In other words, nothing is one‑size‑fits‑all.
Topics for Speaking Engagements
(We can customize every presentation to your group’s needs)
Grief & Loss
-Understanding grief
-Supporting others through loss
-Grief in faith communities
-Navigating holidays and anniversaries
Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
-Anxiety and stress
-Burnout and compassion fatigue
-Trauma‑informed care
-Emotional resilience
Spiritual Formation & Soul Care
-Spiritual rhythms in difficult seasons
-Healing from spiritual trauma
-Faith and mental health integration
-Discernment and identity
Relationships & Community Care
-Healthy boundaries
-Caregiver support
-Communication and connection
-Supporting young adults
Professional & Ministry Development
-Ethical care in ministry
-Supporting congregants through crisis
-Trauma‑aware leadership
-Creating compassionate communities
Also, if your group has a specific topic in mind, we are happy to collaborate and create something unique for your event.
What to Expect
Collaborative, Compassionate, and Tailored to Your Community
We begin by listening — learning about your group, your goals, and the heart behind your event. From there, we design a presentation that is engaging, accessible, and grounded in both clinical and spiritual wisdom. For example, sessions may include teaching, storytelling, reflective exercises, Q&A, or guided practices depending on what best serves your audience.
We offer speaking engagements in person or virtually, making it easy to bring meaningful content to your community regardless of location.
Our Speakers
Dr. Nici Richardson‑McFarland and Jessica Shannon bring a combined background in counseling, chaplaincy, grief support, trauma‑informed care, and spiritual formation. As speakers, their teaching style is warm, grounded, and deeply relational — always honoring the dignity and diversity of those they serve.
Interested in Booking Speaking Engagements?
So, if your community is seeking a speaker for an upcoming event, workshop, retreat, or training, you are welcome to reach out through the contact form. We would be honored to learn more about your needs and explore how we can best support your group.