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Maitland Mental Health Co.
  • Home
  • About
  • How We Can Help
    • Psychoeducational Testing
    • Therapy for Kids & Teens
    • Parent Coaching
    • Educational Consulting
    • Academic Tutoring
    • Speaking & Workshops
  • Blog for Growing Minds
  • Common Questions
  • Contact & Location
  • Shop MMHC
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!

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