Farah Downs leading a mental health workshop for parents and educators in Central Florida.

Speaking & Workshops on Mental Health & Resilience

Helping Parents, Educators & Organizations Support Children's Mental Health & Development

Supporting kids and teens in today’s world isn’t easy. Between stress, anxiety, emotional meltdowns, and motivation struggles, parents, educators, and professionals are often left wondering: How do we help children develop resilience, regulate emotions, and build a growth mindset?

That’s where I come in.

I’m Farah Downs, a licensed school psychologist, mental health expert, and experienced speaker specializing in children’s mental health, emotional resilience, and behavior transformation. I offer engaging, research-backed workshops and keynotes to help parents, educators, schools, businesses, and organizations better support youth.

In Partnership with GoZen – A Leader in Youth Mental Health

My workshops are offered in partnership with GoZen, a highly regarded organization featured in USA Today, NPR, The New York Times, and The Today Show. These presentations blend cutting-edge psychology with practical strategies, making complex mental health concepts accessible, relatable, and actionable.

Available for In-Person & Virtual Speaking Engagements

Whether you’re in Orlando, Los Angeles, New York, London, or anywhere in between, I offer both in-person and virtual speaking engagements. I’m available to travel nationwide and internationally to bring high-impact, research-driven workshops to your audience.

Who Should Book These Speaking Engagements?

These workshops are perfect for:

✔️ Parents & Caregivers – Learn evidence-based parenting strategies to support your child’s emotional and behavioral well-being.

✔️ Educators & Schools – Improve student mental health, classroom behavior, and emotional resilience with research-backed techniques.

✔️ Corporate Teams & Organizations – Offer youth-focused mental health training for employees who are parents or professionals working with children and teens.

✔️ Conferences & Events – Looking for an engaging, expert speaker on youth mental health? I bring science-backed insights and real-world solutions to your stage.

Workshops & Keynotes on Child & Adolescent Mental Health

I don’t do boring lectures. These workshops are interactive, engaging, and filled with actionable strategies that parents, educators, and professionals can apply immediately. Whether your goal is to improve student well-being, train staff, or support parents, these sessions deliver real-world solutions to today’s biggest youth mental health challenges.

FEATURED WORKSHOPS:

🧠 5 Keys to Resilience: Helping Kids & Teens Overcome Challenges

Why do some kids bounce back from adversity while others struggle?
Learn the five essential components of resilience and how to help children and teens develop emotional strength, problem-solving skills, and self-confidence.
Ideal for parents, educators, and youth professionals.

🌱 Growth Mindset: How to Help Kids & Teens Develop a Love for Learning

“I can’t do this” → “I can’t do this… yet.”
Discover how to shift a fixed mindset into a growth mindset (for kids AND adults).
Walk away with proven strategies to boost motivation, learning, and self-esteem in children and teens.

🔥 Anger Transformation: From Emotional Outbursts to Self-Regulation

Ever seen a child go from calm to full meltdown in 3.5 seconds? Let’s talk about that.
Understand the psychology of anger in kids and teens and how to help them manage emotions effectively.
Learn step-by-step techniques to teach self-regulation and emotional expression in a healthy way.

Book a Speaking Engagement or Workshop

Looking for a mental health speaker who combines expertise, practical strategies, and engaging storytelling? I’d love to collaborate.

📍 Available for in-person events across the U.S. and internationally

💻 Virtual workshops and keynotes available worldwide

📩 Contact us today to discuss availability, pricing, and custom presentations for your audience.

Let's work together!